Alan Schaller: Streets in Mind - SmugMug Films

[@andrewgonzalez6208]

ok but why is this video cinematography so good?

[@etjernlund]

Incredible images-both Schaller's still photos and the moving images. Probably the best looking movie about street photography I've ever seen. Beautiful.

[@cinetoner]

Erik Tjernlund thanks Erik!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Wow thank you for the compliment Erik! Anton is amazing.

[@jamessharp1321]

Yeah that was a great video Allen, great images I'm just getting into the black and white. But you City people have all this opportunity I'm in western Oklahoma small town America. I'll keep watching your videos very interesting and informative.

[@kevnieves]

What?! Really surprised he is just 4 years into the game. I’ve been following his IG for almost 3 years now, and his work always felt ripe unforced right from the start. Just another reason to keep on following Alan.

[@funfor1life]

@Enrique Not at all. He's great. Absolutely great.

[@SketchTurnerZero]

@Enrique your life is overrated

[@VIDJACK]

Bravo Anton Lorimer for a beautiful short film that manages not only to reflect but to amplify the style and substance of the photographer.

[@cinetoner]

Thank you! Really appreciate it :)

[@willmagaming]

This videographer actually has potential become a great street photographer

[@SmugMugFilms]

He is incredibly talented, with an amazing eye, we agree ;)

[@K3zz21]

The camera work and editing in this is phenomenal

[@Promikes]

Yes, color matrix is epic, all speedups and slowmos perfect...I am amazed

[@miguelgomes6849]

not gonna lie, already see this video more than 20 times, simply inspiring, simply amazing

[@NazarBartosikUk]

This is the best video about photography I've ever seen! It shows the essence of street photography so clearly and precisely! Thank you for this amazing piece!

[@msdkadam]

Well Said!!!

[@abelrgarza]

I did some street photography while I was in China and I have to say that it was very liberating. The idea that you can create art from just walking or driving down the streets is amazing. Some of my favorite shots have come from this attempt at street photography. Great film, well produced. Congratulations!

[@PhantomPhxer]

Even on my 4th NYC photograhy trip: completely overwhelmed. Thank you for your suggestions!

[@carandmel]

I come back to this video anytime I feel the need of inspiration to get better, the cinematography is not only sublime but expresses the art of Mr. Shaller in a perfect and balanced way. Thank you for this.

[@SmugMugFilms]

Happy to hear that! Thank you.

[@jenohogan9254]

I'm blown away anyone would thumbs down this video. Alan Schaller is one of the best street photographers to date. He inspires the hell outta me.

[@WilliamLesourd]

I have been following Alan Schaller on IG for quite sometime. What a brilliant photographer he is. Always coming up with the most wonderful shots.

[@wattmaster4906]

The filmmaking is so well thought-of, balanced, smooth and in sync with the photographer's work, that it makes it actually over-the-top class value, without being too flashy. Truly beautiful, some frames were even better than the photos! Really enjoyed watching this. Keep it up!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Wow, what amazing compliments, thank you so much!

[@msdkadam]

@@SmugMugFilms I really enjoyed the film and I am doing photography since 7 years, but never thought of doing street. Now i am inspired to do it.

[@orsinijeanjerome854]

Magnifique 😍

[@thelegendrubyrodd]

He is so tall. Great words too

[@susancorgi]

There must be 100s of photographers in NYC walking around everyday. But this is the real deal. Wow very nice and professional street photos.

[@Moodboard39]

I be next lol

[@dexvj3332]

Beautiful cinematography

[@girorandazzo8363]

Bravo !

[@steviecrypt]

Fantastic film.

[@walk_london]

'Cities are ..a conveyor belt of interesting subject matter' Spot on ! Enjoyed the video. Thank you !

[@joeschmoe6306]

You put into words what I feel when I do street photography.. very inspiring, thanks you.

[@SmugMugFilms]

Awesome, thank you!

[@radimhorakfoto]

Luxusní video obsahující luxusní fotografie. Nádherná inspirace pro každého kdo chce popadnout fotoaparát a jít fotit street foto.

[@TypikSystemOFFICIEL]

this inspire me so much

[@eirikTP]

living legend

[@mandingowarlord]

Loved this short film. Alan's street photography is amazing and the video editing is stupendous!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@panstar6673]

The magic of the unknown, beautiful work. Thank you

[@pinkcactusfilms6836]

beautifully captured and told!

[@alejandroortiz4565]

Is so amazing he is a real master with a great equipment.

[@tylero8595]

The best street photographer in my opinion is Fred Herzog. He lives in my city, Vancouver. And has the most amazing photos ever captured.

[@eddyjcreative100]

Love Allans bag...a great video...need to come to Toronto (T.O.)

[@raycat9301]

the umbrella shot gave me chills

[@SamuelStreetlife]

Damn. Sound design is excellent here!!! Thank you for this masterpiece.

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you for the compliment Samuel! Our filmmaker, Anton Lorimer, gets all the credit for this incredible production.

[@panstar6673]

That it is, silky and light!

[@MartysWhiteSuit]

You can see Alan really works at being effortless.

[@sheldonmurphy6031]

This guy is the one whom inspires me to get off my bum, and figure out the BnW world. I love BnW Photography, and Mr Schaller style and knowledge is truly 1st class and perfect in my opinion! Mary Alpern, still inspires me from her Dirty Windows project. I have made several photos that have competed well because of her. (Not directly, though that would be awesome) Thank You For Sharing This Video; 😁 Iowa

[@jodobaggins26]

Beautiful doc. Alan is one of the greats.

[@BlastTheBeatTV]

Can i just say the black and white video clips look absolutely incredible. Id love to learn more about how to get this look

[@htorres1stk]

Stunning

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you for the kind words Henry! Our filmmaker, Anton Lorimer, does a great job with our films!

[@fahmiyustiza]

Mesmerized.. so beautiful. I had to watch it twice. First enjoying the beautiful cinematic video and the jaw dropping street photo, and second, actually hearing what the master said in the video. just wow.. truly inspiring

[@SmugMugFilms]

What an outstanding compliment, Fahmi, thank you for watching!

[@pierangelolanfranchi5895]

Dear Allan, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your exceptional work. I am constantly inspired by your creations, and every time I have the privilege of witnessing your work, I gain valuable knowledge and insights. Thank you for sharing your expertise and passion with the world. Yours truly, pierangelo

[@Osesno7]

El trabajo de Alan Schaller es una gran inspiración para continuar amando las fotos a blanco y negro.

[@markuspfeiffer9275]

you are a great inspiration to me👍

[@darryl_young]

Beautiful video. Thanks to all who were involved in making it.

[@llikarex]

Wonderful video and photos. Congratulations Alan Schaller!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you Maria!

[@patrick_vande_ven]

Absolutely stunning 👌

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Chromekk]

This is fantastic piece of art. Both video and photos.

[@fletchlives66]

Love it

[@SajidaShaikh-l7g]

Great work I can say this is the exceptional lesson about street photography I have learned. Thank you

[@HimanshuKhanna]

Amazing !!!

[@waawaaweewaa2045]

I'm floored by the filmmaking, top notch.

[@GOLDSMITHEXILE]

I just came across Alans work on Flickr, and am stunned by it. His photos are about the only ones I've seen on there that are really genuinely visually interesting. They are sensational, his ability to sense space, condense a composition, evoke drama, include powerful graphic elements, while making it look effortless and spontaneous. They capture your attention! Even though they are digital, they have that deep contrasty old school feel like Capa's, Kertesz'sor even weegee's pictures. I VERY rarely dish out compliments willy nilly, but Alan is a truly gifted artist

[@artundertheinfluece]

I can each this video over and over and I love it

[@StevePhillips]

Amazing how this video shares so much information and detail in just over 5 minutes. Indeed, nicely put together and well presented short doc/film. Thank you!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you Steve! Anton is a master at these short films

[@cyrilstheone]

Spot on Steve.

[@StevePhillips]

So true! Cool upload.

[@Monochromephotos]

Thanks @Alan sir Watch Again & Again every time when i watched looks beyond the Word

[@bodudas8346]

"A conveyor belt for photographing" -- brilliant observation Alan. Sometimes overwhelming. Other times frustrating. Yes, music and photography have much in common -- If there are no harmonics then even the most beautiful scene will be flat and atmosphere-less. I agree with your approach- as you put it "space" // as I put it "location location" are essential to a well created street photo. Cheers from Chicago ----

[@avniceka9145]

amazing

[@edgarwallace6943]

Great Video !

[@toke7560]

What a great skill to have. To see through the jumble and isolate. Few people have that sight.

[@datdudenosense]

Excellent photos....this guy is the real deal. Perfect examples of capturing light.

[@ezekielkokspeaks]

Thanks for sharing! Loved the music and the photos. Both dear to my heart. I feel you when you said we miss a lot of shots. Right place and time but just missed the shot. Many a times, I thought to myself, that would have been a great shot. Then moved on. Hope to see more!

[@quistian]

Brilliant!

[@ekkanofiqandriyana7325]

wow this episode is magic .!! the combo of film and the photos are super incredible

[@RobMatthews21]

Brilliant film making. A joy to watch. 🙏

[@Grant_Seymour_]

Less than a minute in to this... WOW! Someone knows what they are doing!

[@MouhcineAlMansouri]

A very good video. Well done !

[@zarleez]

Oh wow! .. Awesome photographer and video😍

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@StreetsWideOpen]

I've been following Alan's work on Instagram for quite sometime now, I love his work, there is a real quality to it that just grabs you. I follow a lot of street photographers on insta and when I see a new post on there I know it's one of Alan's shots instantly. I think one of the best compliments you can give or receive for an image you've made is when someone says to you "I wish I'd taken it" That's how it is when I see Alan's work. Great short film SmugMug.

[@SmugMugFilms]

So glad you love it! Alan was an amazing subject for this film and we feel lucky to have gotten a glimpse into his process.

[@shadfox1887]

Agreed, same thoughts exactly. His work is so recognizable. I'm so glad SmugMug decided to do this interview.

[@parisbase4639]

Leica in the right hands is truly magical. Plus credits must be given to the director/editor of this charismatic film.

[@Global_1434]

Any fairly decent camera nowadays can be truly magical in the right hands. You place too much faith in tools and brands.

[@parisbase4639]

@@Global_1434 I don't need your general truth opinion. Lenses have different characters. I've been studying them for over 20 years. Leica lenses have their own color science and touch. Leica, Zeiss, Schneider, Voigtlander, Meyers-Optik are not the same. Less mentioning Fujifilms GF, Canon EF or Ricoh GR. And you are too hasty and superficial to denounce with cliche statement. I do place much faith in tools and brands so to speak, as I do enjoy good artistic works taken with Leica, Diana, Polaroids PX100, Pentax 645, and even pinhole cameras LOL. And they are not the same ! If you can't tell the difference between Leica lens and the others, that's your own inadequacy. With all my knowledge, am I not entitled to have my own preference ?

[@Global_1434]

@@parisbase4639 You talk about how superficial and inadequate my knowledge is about lenses and their corresponding characteristic colours. Yet, Alan Schaller's work is visibly in black and white. Now, refer to your initial 'magical in the right hands' comment.

[@parisbase4639]

@@Global_1434 Can you manage a more intelligent argument ? I don't talk about color characteristics in my 1st statement - "Leica in the right hands is truly magical." It's my praise to Alan Schaller and my appreciation of the Leica gear. I only said "color science" in my later retort as a broader example to illustrate the differences. Alan is using Monochrom Typ-246 and coupled with a superb Summilux 24mm f1.4 ASPH. Together they worked magic. Study the photos at 1:02, 1:03, 2:40, 3:38, 4:28, 4:55. Study more at other websites, the Leica masters' works, the large prints in exhibition and even some very well-printed photography books. The beautiful grain (some brands only manage ugly artefacts), the rich tonal gradation, the sharpness/softness blend that the lens could manage...etc. So typically Leica. I don't say other brands' cameras can't take beautiful pictures. But the Leica rendering always has this special touch. If you haven't known and seen enough, be modest and respectful. Too hasty to denounce the others would only expose your ignorance, which after all is not a bad thing at all.

[@Lucas-vj8rr]

My fav photographer

[@walkingmanvideo9455]

Brilliant photos along with the videography. Both look superb. Thanks for making this video!!!

[@tysonator5433]

This video will make me now look at busy city areas with a different perspective. The low and high angles with the focusing in on one minor detail in a very busy environment is a very inspiring, thank you smug mug for the new view !

[@Jasmine_Sangma]

Thank you so much for featuring one of my favourite photographers! It is such a learning experience to know what goes inside their head when they create such amazing photographs. The production level of this video is fantastic.

[@jacobgolden8599]

Yes! Thank you I love his work.

[@AnandaGarden]

Alan, I found this deeply inspiring. I shoot "street-style" as a utility photographer - i.e., shooting whatever is needed for my yoga sangha and community. I was a staff photographer 1972-74 at Runner's World and still (rarely) do sports. Point being, your approach is mine whether for sports, in K-8 classrooms, scheduled shoots or day-long events: it's always about finding ways to prepare the whole "chain" of photographic tools including heart and mind, by releasing the ego's desires and being as completely in the moment as possible. Like you I find it a wonderfully expansive, quietly moving experience. To recap, this film was a sweet, wonderful discovery. Thank you!

[@SmugMugFilms]

We can't tell you how happy it makes us that we've inspired you. That is always the goal. We hope we can continue to!

[@yisneirysescano713]

Hhh

[@mcmasterphoto]

Alan, you are such a great photographer! Thank you for sharing this.

[@LEGIONGAMESJD]

Thank you for made the video, I just started on it as a hobby but I discovered how wonderful it is, still getting problems to capture what sometimes my eyes sees, frustration and happiness seems to come holding hands. But somehow it is a relief listen a professional talking about sometimes not getting the shot they want, thank you again for share so your experiences and information.

[@geronimo3966]

Excellent! Great work and great approach!

[@cyrilstheone]

Fantastic video. Just stumbled upon this video. You sir have sumed up Street Photography in a nut shell. Glad I have come across your work.

[@lakshyatripathi6095]

Such a powerfull video. Definitely gonna inspire me forever 💗

[@foveonyc]

Absolutely amazing video! Excellent atmosphere!

[@giuseppe.g]

One of the best video on KZbin

[@JonniArmani]

👊👊💥

[@ArifKhan.]

This video production is incredible! Great video, worthy of some great images!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you so much Arif!

[@angelatiu1238]

Woahwoahwoah Art at it’s finest 👏🏻

[@riedelpedrosa2934]

very good.

[@GaryR55]

True, re: the single location. Here in Seattle, I have many of them that I have used over and over again. Come back to the same scene one day, or at a different time of day, or different season, and it will always be different. Some of my scenes have changed over time, due to demolition and new construction. Some don't exist any longer.

[@rayharr1]

Great video quality especially in black & white...maybe you like share what type of film cam were used for? thank you

[@maksimkabolonin7159]

I love NY I! love Leica!

[@kdsanford]

One of my favorite videos. You honesty makes the story captivating. Your talent is natural. Loved this.

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you so much! We're so happy to create stories that inspire.

[@gearreallydoesntmatter]

Love his Instagram feed. Will watch this later with a cold beer :)

[@SmugMugFilms]

:)

[@kikem.t.5757]

Impresionante me encanto!!!!

[@TheDogsSide]

Killer production. Can’t believe he’s only been shooting 4 years. Wow! Huge new fan 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@SmugMugFilms]

We can't believe it either - his work is amazing

[@kingmastersupreme4854]

Excellent Video Editing I must say!!........my passion for this has been RE-kindled! AWESOME!!

[@ProDrummer]

Beside the great images from Alan i love his story because i am pro musician for over 20 years and also need a break. I re-started photography and it is like soul-healing. Also i love black and white, it has so much expression. Thanx for this video such an inspiration :-)

[@AK-hv5yu]

Awesome

[@Eversell-t1g]

broooooo the background of music and the understanding of creating woooow blew up muy mind i am a musician and i am getting into video now cause as u said i needed a hobbie and the creative process coming from music it feels amaxing like it feels like there is no pressure into this as it is sometimes in musics like some part of me just has joy into this is not like study modes for 6 hours no dont know how to explain in but i am pretty sure some may understand i absolutely love your craft man and also your spirit u are hilarious ahahah very gratefull i found your chanel keep it going bro

[@lenkavalles1024]

Amazing video, THANK YOU 🙏🏼

[@JohnKrill]

Nice.

[@Nwa6917]

Beautiful video, very well composed and touching from the beginning to the end. Love it!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you Michael!

[@mwales2112]

Great video and love the images...