a day with Brooklyn photographer Elijah Mogoli -- NYC Street Photography -- Walkie Talkie ep. 17

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[@MJAdams-js7np]

Said it before and I’ll say it again. BEST STREET SERIES ON KZbin. Thanks Paulie. Keep killin it.

[@DelusionalNYC]

love his confidence and sense of purpose/direction at such a young age

[@irishstew2133]

Aye Paulie B is a treasure and a historian. I love every single one of these walkie talkies.

[@DelusionalNYC]

Same -- I watch them as soon as he uploads a new walkie-talkie video

[@Nedumgottil]

Same here, I’m not even a street shooter

[@nw_lhp]

elijah is one of the realest and hardest workers out of the city rn! its incredible to have this documentation, of hearing what he has to say.

[@BOTGRINDER]

cant get enough of these walkie talkies, keep up the good work bro.

[@EJFox]

Paulie this documentation you are doing is so valuable, these interviews will last generations, thank you for these blessings!

[@Mooli]

Yes man, Big up the Grenadians .. fellow Grenadian here . Love this guy

[@gengazar]

First time watching a Walkie Talkie video and man this just might get my interest back into shooting photos! Great video.

[@filipinobackpacker6040]

Love your walkie talkies. Very inspring to hear different stories from fellow photographers.

[@davymike761]

Cool episode and series! Love it how he gravitated to film relativity quick.

[@scottfineshriber5051]

I remember when that Nikon was made, Nikon was the most trusted 35mm camera brand for working pros. Another great video. I’m now following Elija. 👏👏👏

[@taner388]

I love seeing how laid back people are there and don't mind being photographed.

[@juampslidiam4833]

Thanks guys for this video!

[@KeithBeTatted]

Inspired me to get more meaningful photos of my culture.

[@coastalartistlivingonislan8395]

That's some serious darkroom time! Thats what it takes to build up a body of fiber work, time, lots of time and patience. Glad to hear of younger artists enjoying the darkroom arts.

[@francisbombus3949]

So young and already so reflected...cool dude

[@Jala_haru]

2019 made everyone a photographer! I started because of Covid

[@RolandKaufmann]

This series makes me love street photography even more. Didn’t know that was possible.

[@covrt2899]

this series has made me go out, buy a new camera and start shooting. youre a legend Paulie!

[@JeDxDeVu]

'You'll live' haha I'm rocking a 13mm in Germany. Germans don't appreciate you up in their grill at all.

[@officialslimskank4978]

Man forever loving your Walkie Talkie's ,so inspiring as a street photographer keep up the amazing content , love from London ❤

[@ivadebellotte9599]

Nice job !

[@peter2712]

Very personable guy, well spoken. Love my F2 never heard anyone say their Nikon F2 is in the shop getting fixed. Good luck on the future.

[@kingephotos]

The struggles of being tall, man. Hearing someone explain the advantages and disadvantages, I feel ya brudda 😂 great stuff also! Keep it up!

[@bakeee]

dude these walkie talkies hit right every time.

[@michaelcorleone7598]

This series is so interesting, shout out to all the people keeping the art alive

[@paultaylorphotography9499]

Love this series Paulie thanks. The thing about Elijah apart from his incredible photography is despite his height which could be seen as intimidating his smile is so disarming love his attitude. Even though I stand at a lofty 5'6" and have a face like a confused slapped arse I do have the advantage of getting lower angles I just wish I had a smile like Elijah's. Keep up the amazing work fellas cheers

[@DamionPhoto1]

Great interview. Never, never go to Staten Island.

[@usuallyroamingrob3427]

I've been binge watching these walkie talkies. I just got an old russian 35mm Leica copy at a flea market for $20.

[@Skateantics]

::: Dude be acting mad awkward after he takes a pic of somebody :::

[@muzicgr8]

Elijah has a serious talent and a serious passion. I am amazed by his power and determination. An awesome human being.

[@blendcry7025]

"whats the advantage of beeing tall?" "...look at all the negative space in the photographs..." haha love this guy :D

[@DelusionalNYC]

I thought he was citing negative space as a negative and that's why he tilts his lens downward

[@elijahmogoli6142]

@@DelusionalNYC lol that was one of the downsides haha working with it though

[@blendcry7025]

@@DelusionalNYC Ah yes youre right, in the fotographs. I understood it then as a positive, that he has the option, but opts for tilting... but Im not a native english speaker.

[@purwi69]

Another thing that could be interesting to ask, is what is your daytime job? Do you have one? How are you able to live from photography? All the Best Jakob

[@intrinsicimagery]

I’m not even interested in becoming a street photographer. I watch all of these. So damn good.

[@IceBergs]

The photo at 13:10 is absolute heat and might be one of my favorite photos ever and I just can't explain why. Great stuff

[@IceBergs]

I had to come back to see it again, this sequence is now the reason why I started street photography seriously and before I get super lost in this I had to document it. Legitimately took some amazing images I'm so proud of yesterday because of the motivation form this video and elijah

[@IceBergs]

now the proud owner of a rolleiflex automat 3.5 type 1

[@taylornoel]

Kids got a lot going for him. Really enjoyed this one Paulie!

[@whogogofd9240]

Paulie B found a Diamond in the rough with these walkie talkies 🔥✨🙏🏽

[@bhop.builds]

Kinda made me sad when he said he hates the F2 🥲 I shoot with a Leica too, but also have an F2 and it’s a great camera as well. I wonder if he’d like it if it had the small meterless prism. 🤔

[@marving1416]

I wish I had started when I was in my 20's! Now when he hits 40 he can look back at his early work and see how much he has improved in 20 years!

[@johnp9890]

Haha. These people are totally at ease with it when they just get their picture taken without even asking permission beforehand. In Germany they would immediately call police or start a fuss!

[@veejaymexico4840]

Never been much of a 'joiner' but I just subscribed! Inspirational stuff and certainly motivational! I carried a Rollei for almost 30 years and then the Leica came into my life, retired in 2000 and today at the ripe young age of 90 I find myself walking the streets of Mexico daily from early light to dusk, making B and W photos in quest of that special scene that keeps me going. The colors here in MX are stunning, but I still love the isolation of subject matter without distracting color that only Mono. can capture. thanks you for stoking my fires! Elijah you are the man!

[@veejaymexico4840]

And to Paul, I say, Your work is extraordinary and I look forward to your next Video!

[@romzaish]

Wow, keep the passion. It would be nice to see some of your work. Any instagram by any chance ?

[@dawster1949]

Great video! Elijah’s images are amazing…proof that curiosity and an open mind can get you a long way.

[@Tenskwatawa4U]

Elijah needs a camera with a removable prism so he can shoot at waist/chest level. People won't think he's shooting.

[@ashton1991]

I was stoked when I saw the Nikon and then...he shit on it. Breaking my broke ass heart.

[@Charlie_YS]

I learn a lot from these walkie talkies, thank you Paulie. Regards from Peru. 👏👏

[@philipnikolaidis4338]

I’m officially addicted to walkie-talkie’s

[@cheeta2705]

Winner...

[@jeffreyzie]

Not too focused on the outcome and he’s more focused on the process, I love that.

[@gregbrummett7762]

I've been shooting black and white for 52 years! Keep up the excellent work!!

[@denver9861]

Paulie you’ve inspired me to start my street photography journey. Your a true inspiration.

[@jrealproduction6381]

Great content Boston

[@stuartwalker121]

Elijah bro, do yourself a favour and trade that F2A in for an F100! Matrix metering, built in motor drive, back button focus, double A batteries, huge clear viewfinder. This is the way bro! No manual thumb wind on and disturbing your view through the viewfinder. Great walkabout bro. Love Brooklyn. P.S. bro, forget fibre, try Ilford warm tone pearl, RC, beautiful paper, practically no spotting, dries flat and quick, great sheen and contrast... P.P.S. bro, you can easy develop 4 sheets of 8 x 10 Pearl at once. Expose each sheet in enlarger having determined all your adjustments on the first sheet and once you have it sorted out put it back into paper safe until you have 4 sheets (of the same image) exposed, then develop the prints all at once... Stu

[@lordotori9063]

Self proclaimed G 😂

[@omoyenosa9078]

Your videos inspire me a great deal , as a studio art photography major , i am finding my way as a female photographer. your conversation is everything something im working towards 😭🙏🏽

[@bigshortsfilms6321]

Great watching this video. " I Love film" I've been shooting since I was 17 and I'm now going on 60 Its a life time Love, keep it up.

[@LMatthewBowler]

when a street photographer uses a Rolleiflex you have to change the name the video isn’t a “walkie talkie” it’s a “rolly polly” 😅

[@writerman242]

Really terrific This guy has some great insights and a strong vision As to lasting Go for it brother I'm 68 and been making photographs since I was in my early 20s Still going maybe stronger now than then lol

[@DessieTots]

How typical. Leica is needing repaired and has to go all the way back to Germany. Meanwhile, the bullet-proof Nikon F2 from fifty plus years ago is ready to just go.

[@TheUrbandilema]

Big up to my brother with Caribbean roots..I am from trinidad 🇹🇹 glad u enjoyed carnival especially jovert..keep up the good work with this series

[@Audiolot27]

Nice shots with the Nikon🤗👌

[@ciarancosgrave]

What an intelligent, driven young man. He has wisdom beyond his years. Great photographer too. Enjoyed that. Thanks Paulie. Love your channel.

[@henbjo88]

Love to see a classic Nikon F. Sure, the leicas are amazing. But Refreshing to see someone use the Nikon F ✌️

[@JackofCubes]

That camera is so pretty 🥵

[@inyangeffiong]

Cool, Elijah - let me know when you are heading to Nigeria...

[@RS-Amsterdam]

Man those walkie talkies are so great and the people you are featuring are so interesting and willing to open up to you. Excellent Cries for more man, thanks for sharing.

[@SirBananaFunk]

15:53 I've never been to America, let alone NY. Can you explain what so funny about going to Staten Island?

[@apersonaladventure8707]

my first time coming across your channel. great work!!!

[@jordhon]

So much inspiration from every single one of these episodes

[@LuisGGomezPhoto]

Paulie, excellent Walk Talkie with Elijah. Thanks for sharing.

[@SilatShooter]

Great Video! So glad this came up for me. Subscribed!

[@nathanjol]

Foolio got that Birds Eye view!

[@colinosullivan]

Really enjoyed this one Paulie. Cheers from Ireland

[@dasp125]

I would like to see more contrast in the black and white images. They look very grey and flat. Subjects are great though.

[@shooby529]

Come on out to Staten Island Elijah. We've got plenty of spots to shoot and we aren't all like what you see on TV. @Saveamoment

[@walk_dont_walk]

I love these videos. So inspiring! One of my favorite things on youtube.

[@mynewcolour]

This series keeps giving - such a document. Peace to everyone involved.

[@danieltntbomb]

Love that dude. Don’t forget where you come from. Phenomenal shots

[@elijahmogoli6142]

Much Love P!! Love Felt!! ❤

[@dennydsu]

Wow this precious moment at 04:03 really made strong photo!

[@enc7777]

I had to scroll down pretty far to find this, yes! It’s a brilliant move he made by snapping his fingers.

[@justamanwithanopinion]

I didn't even spot it until I saw this comment. That's pretty clever ngl

[@hugomartinsphoto]

This was awesome, Paulie! Keep them coming!

[@SlotCarNewsOfficial]

Great video, great interview... well done!

[@zuiko9655]

Love the content, Such a unique series, one of the best street channels on YT

[@gregoryrogalsky6937]

Can't stand the Nikon F2a and a Nikkor 28 2.0 AI-s huh ?

[@amidthechaoss]

I want to do street photography but I am riddled with the guilt of taking people’s pictures without their knowledge. I am okay when they aren’t facing me.. backs/sides, faces with masks on but their bare faces.. I fumble each time

[@MrDastardly]

When I started to do street photography, I too was nervous of the subjects reaction, but I have never had an issue. I shoot on silent mode so if anybody ever asked me, I’d say I’m just focusing the camera. There is no law against taking photographs in a public place, but I don’t hassle people.

[@martingreenberg870]

I was born and raised in Brooklyn. Never went to Staten Island other than to go to New Jersey or to take the ferry back to Manhattan. There was no reason to go to Queens. The Bronx? Yeah, the Yankees and my uncle’s stationary store. “It’s Brooklyn. That’s it.,” Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@rollingnome]

Elijah is welcome to make use of one of my beloved cameras, which doesn't get used anymore. A fully serviced Pentax Spotmatic SPll with 28mm F3.5 Super-Multi-Coated Takumar. Beautiful camera & lens, that I'd love to see properly used!

[@jmcgonnell]

i think i would rather the f2 over a leica. thats just me.

[@collinwarren5718]

This whole series is awesome. I hope you're able to keep them coming!

[@mariobravo8253]

Bravo 👏..... Amazing Video - MEGA Interesting 📸 Photographer - Nicely poised questions and interview ❗️

[@MARKLINMAN1]

I am from the Bronx and shoot with an M6, would love to shoot with Elijah, GREAT STUFF HERE. I hope to see him someday down in the city. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@dakotaxu4792]

You seem like such a nice person, who would not want to talk to you. This summer I will reach out to you and maybe I can do a shoot with you. I normally use a Canon 1D X Mark III and the 85mm f12 LII, I’m basically an 85mm portrait street shooter.

[@laymanrob]

I like this kid. Great video Paulie.

[@Nacnud92]

*Finally* some tall-king representation!

[@mynewcolour]

Hahaha that ‘flex setup is crazy

[@MarcoVideoVibes]

Please get Gabe Rivera on the Walkie Talkie !!!!

[@pedropoubel]

is everyone walking in the streets cool with being photographed? i mean i live in Rio de Janeiro and i think most people would be pissed if they see some random person pointing a camera at them

[@jamesprivet]

Love B&W film on Nikon 35mm for street!

[@tulasnaps]

Absolutely correct. Here in Mexico, with the indigenous people you can’t just point a camera at people it will be major problems.. especially in the narco neighborhoods. I got chased down last week.. I thought I was done for. But luckily I spoke Spanish to calm everything down. They just made me delete the photo and let me go. Videos coming soon 😂

[@stephond.photography9867]

man I started shooting street when I Wass using a M4/3rd but I have since moved to Lumix S5, it just felt to big to do street so your channel is making me want to shoot film. the local shop has a ton of used film cameras and I might just go for it

[@hugoslavinski1856]

I'm trying street photography but I'm too shy I guest. I can't do what he is doing like be in front of a person and take the photo.