Great Street Photographers - Saul Leiter

In this video I look at the work of great street photographer - Saul Leiter - certainly one of my street photography heroes. We'll look at some of his images, picking out some key learning points we can apply to our own work. This is the first in a series of my street photography heroes - I hope you enjoy it and would love to hear your thoughts and comments.
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[@andrewfrost8866]

What an excellent, interesting and informative presentation!

[@StreetSnappers]

That's too kind, Andrew - thanks very much! :-)

[@anatomicshutter3975]

I just started shooting street photography and Saul resonates with me so much. When I started looking up some tips on street photography, I kept hearing "tell a story" or "the moment" but I never wanted to tell a story. I just wanted to share what I saw with the world. Thank you for this video, Brian! Very inspiring.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks for commenting - glad you liked it :-) Happy New Year!

[@anatomicshutter3975]

@@StreetSnappers Thank you! A happy new year to you as well!

[@CARdasians]

In a world of megapixels this channel is pure photography thank you sir

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you - that’s a great compliment:-)

[@innerchild23]

Discovered him cause of RM and I slowly fall in love with his works.. He is so impressive

[@kensometal]

i love that this video is not too much edited, a diferent style for KZbin standards

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks Kevin - I'm a photographer first, a 'youtuber' second! I don't know much about fancy editing or post-production so I tend to stick to the simple stuff :-)

[@mrdanyel73]

Saul for ever,love his work!

[@AlexRV77]

Hi Brian, Thank you so much for all the knowledge you are sharing with us through this way.

[@sedatonat-photography]

An eyeopenning presentation of Saul Leitter 's vision. Thanks a lot!

[@KebsCayabyab]

Saul Leiter and Fan Ho are my favourites! I'm stoked when I saw this video recommended. Thanks for making it Brian! It's inspiring!

[@StreetSnappers]

My pleasure Kebs - thanks for the feedback and good luck with your street photography!

[@susanneandrews2387]

Great video Brian. His work is outstanding. I love that he went against the norm.

[@victoriafilmproduction6803]

Thank you very much for this wonderful introduction to the work of Saul Leiter. The whole presentation is also made with attention to detail and with a good feeling for the artist. Well done, very excellent!

[@mbottambotta]

Love this video. Thanks for producing it. I generally find your videos interesting, but the way you discuss your heroes adds something extra.

[@StreetSnappers]

Kind of you to say so - many thanks :-)

[@pmcbMadeInIreland]

Thought-provoking analysis of the great Saul Leiter. Thank you for taking the time to share your insight, looking forward to the next in the series.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks for the feedback, Paul - much appreciated. There's lots more similar material to come! All the best, Brian

[@suresureYT]

Another top video, great introduction to a legend and loved your take away points. Look forward to your next video! Thank you so much

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks so much - really glad you liked it :-)

[@spiffhappens]

Thanks for your wonderful insights on Paul Leiter. I am drawn to his photography and really enjoy shooting with my 85mm f1.8 lens. He is an inspiration. Thanks also for the so many videos that are helping me immensely in my pursuit of street photography.

[@morrisbagnall2690]

Really enjoyed this and looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much Morris :-)

[@WS-bk7uu]

Thanks, really enjoyed that! Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks for the feedback! - there's lots more to come :-)

[@herbertandrewdutton]

Saul Leiter has been one of my street photography hero's also, and his use of color has been an inspiration to me. great video, thanks.

[@SamiAbuauad]

So glad I found your channel! My respect.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much Sami! :-)

[@jjmummert]

This is so interesting. I, too, am looking forward to future videos. Thank you so much!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much, Jeremy - kind of you to say so! :-)

[@tedayre]

Great video Brian! I'm just getting into photography again, and love Saul Leiter's work as an inspiration.

[@RuskinKyle]

Lovely spotlight on a great artist. Thank you

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks for the feedback - much appreciated :-)

[@mauriciokaplan3400]

Thanks! For those not familiar with Leitner's work, he was very properly introduced.

[@StreetSnappers]

Hi Mauricio - thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video :-)

[@BrisbaneChannel]

Saul Leiter was an absolute legend, and one of my favourite exemplars. I really like the points you drew from his work, nice video!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks Adam - glad it hit the spot :-)

[@stevehooker2482]

I watch this as often as I can. Street photography can get stuck in a rut. Many current photographers simply parrot other street photographers and rules and settings and composition. Saul Leiter reminds me we don't have to get stuck in ruts.

[@StreetSnappers]

Exactly! Do your own thing, be original, enjoy it and don't worry about what others think :-). Happy New Year!

[@sararici47]

Adorable, the first time I saw Saul's work I fell in love with it, great videos you have here, and it’s really appreciated that there is no background music in them. :)

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much, Sara. I also find background much distracting!

[@pjmimages]

Great introduction to Saul Leiter and inspirational commentary. Thanks for another superb video Brian.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much for the kind comments, Paul :-)

[@matthewblackwell8053]

Love this series. I'm learning a lot.

[@BenSussmanpro]

Thank you, this was a great summary of Leiter’s methods.

[@TungstenOvergaard]

This video, and probably the future ones, is a gift for those who love photography.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thant's very kind, Antonio, thank you! :-)

[@neilgoodwin9050]

Excellent video Brian, and the beginning of a great series. - what a great idea! Look forward to the next one.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much, Neil! Who else would you like to see in this series? I'm compiling a list! :-)

[@DxiLanyap]

Outstanding! Thank you, i will be watching.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much for the feedback Jim!

[@azuladnan]

Greetings from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I love this! 15 mins is just perfect for a quick overview of a photographer. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks for the feedback - glad you enjoyed it. Lots more to come over the next few months! :-)

[@FocalPointPhotographyLLC]

I love Saul's work...thanks for reminding me why!

[@StreetSnappers]

My pleasure - thanks for tuning in :-)

[@fredhatman]

I'm thrilled to have stumbled across this fascinating snapshot of the work of Saul Leiter. I've been photographing through patterned glass (the sort you find in old bathrooms) to turn the mundane into something magical (it's very hit and miss and much more miss than hit) while wantonly breaking the conventional photography rules and it's wonderfully playful and experimental - and often rewarding. I believe my technique to be unique. And I love what I (try to) do. So, thank you, Brian, for giving me a glimpse into Saul Leiter's world.

[@andyparker6988]

Excellent video, Brian. It's going to be a great series. Look forward to the next one.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much Andy - lots more to come!

[@helmet212]

Excellent break down. Waiting for the rest of the series.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you Helmet! Lot's more to come in this series - the next will be William Klein, coming next month :-)

[@maximerica]

Great analysis ! I look forward to the next one. I really enjoyed this video

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much - lots more to come :-)

[@jiminnewcastle]

Really interesting, I admire Saul's work

[@dave11a82]

Just discovered this channel after going through the "Mastering Street Photography" book (a must buy if you are starting street photography). Really great content and presentation skills...as excellent as the book...rare today having a channel on photography about photography rather than most of the channels out there which are gear oriented. Well done Sir!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks the the feedback, David. Best of luck with your street photography and do keep in touch!

[@sevsuk2011]

Excellent series. I love the simplistic of Vivian Maier, but Saul Leiter's abstract eye is a delight.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you! I also love Vivian and I'm sure I'll cover her in a future video.

[@Litosjr24TV]

Really excellent way you introduce Saul Leiter to me. Thank you for the great video.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks for your feedback, Carlos - I appreciate your support :-)

[@jmitchell2448]

Very good exploration Brian. "We often look but don't see" is a big takeaway for me. Thank you.

[@bddonovan7818]

I'm excited to see the next video in this series.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks Bryan. William Klein coming next!

[@sliepa]

Enjoyed this video. Saul Leiter is my favorite photographer. His work as a painter of abstractions shines through his photos. His work added to my desire to photograph the mundanely beautiful in life. Also a fan of Fred Herzog

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks Susan. I agree about Herzog - he’s one of my favourites and on my list for a video :-)

[@harvgreenberg3031]

I very much enjoyed your analysis of one of the great photographers of all time. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks, Harv - I’m glad you liked it :-)

[@ivanosrin2126]

Learnt a lot here - from Saul and Brian. Refreshing new insights into street photography.

[@StreetSnappers]

That's good to hear! Thanks, Ivan, and good luck with your street photography :-)

[@robertlingley5300]

Absolutely amazing discussion. Was not aware of Saul Leiter. His work and vision strongly appeal to me because I have a similar approach to making images but hadn’t really given myself permission to let go and follow my natural vision until now. Thank you Brian. I look forward to spending some time studying the work of Saul Leiter in greater detail.

[@StreetSnappers]

Many thanks, Robert. Do try to have a look at the book I mentioned - it will give you a much deeper insight into Leiter’s work. I think he’s the perfect example of how street photography can be relaxed and not always ‘in your face’. Thanks for tuning in!

[@streetphotography.globetro7744]

Great video, Saul Leiter is always an inspiration

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks - glad you liked it :-)

[@60eviman55]

Great lesson in street photography! Great lesson in the History of Photography! You don't say All About Saul Leiter, but you say the essential, stimulating our curiosity, our creativity! Congrats!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much for you kind words :-)

[@peterjoseph3839]

Wow! Saul Leiter, a really nice new acquaintance. Thanks a lot Brian!

[@StreetSnappers]

Glad you like him, Peter - he's an inspiration to many of us :-)

[@sharonkwan5732]

love Saul Leiter's work, also love your video!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much! :-)

[@seamanjive]

A thought provoking reflection...not heardvof Leiter before, I shall investigate. Thx for sharing, really enjoyed it!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks for your comment - glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@barrythompson5631]

Another great video, I have learnt so much,,,

[@desmondtraynor1401]

I haven’t knowingly seen his work, but after seeing this video I will buy the book you mentioned,it’s a style that I would feel comfortable with.Thanks for the video.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks, Desmond. It's certainly a more 'comfortable' style of street photography - hope it works for you!

[@jonathandavy2034]

Brilliant - loved this!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much, Jonathan :-)

[@danielhorvathofficial]

As a street photographer it was nice to listen you and your examples. :) looking forward for next episodes.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks for the feedback Daniel - much appreciated :-)

[@stevehooker2482]

Going for that long lens look for my next bout of street photography! Totally inspiring!!!!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks Steve - best of luck with it!

[@raminizadpanah8229]

Indeed wonderful presentation of great artist.....Thank you for sharing .

[@StreetSnappers]

My pleasure, Ramin, thanks for watching!

[@richardsimms251]

This is a wonderful review and I learned so much today. RS. Canada

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you for the feedback! :-)

[@robertbutts9835]

One of my favorite photographers (he used a zoom)and Robert Frank is another of my favorites.. Great series..

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks Robert. I also love Franks work and he'll certainly be appearing later in this series :-)

[@scottcosta7119]

Came across your video by chance... and what a delight!!! Love all ten points. They go deep. Soulful. An artful presentation. Let me check out what else you have! Thank you!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much for the feedback, Scott - glad you liked it! All the best, Brian

[@wendygdavies3327]

great précis and analysis of Saul Leiter’s work Brian. Reminds me, I must watch “in no great hurry” again - fabulous film!

[@StreetSnappers]

Cheers Wendy! I think Leiter can be an inspiration to us all :-)

[@32ndFoto]

Hello! Where can i find this film online?

[@tublily]

No-nonsense, content rich and minimally edited video, a beautiful find in a world of annoying, fast paced but culturally empty channels. This is very nice!

[@StreetSnappers]

That’s so kind - thank you! I’m trying to keep this channel free of annoying music, editing effects and unboxings!

[@becingu]

This is excellent. Thanks for making it.

[@StreetSnappers]

My pleasure - thanks for tuning in!

[@nastynate838]

both he and Haas are my favorite . the perspective and consistency in their work was in paralleled .

[@StreetSnappers]

Ernst Haas - one of my favourites, too, and I love his New York work :-)

[@chloesastry1252]

Another great video - a great kick start to my research into Saul Leiter - thanks so much. Look forward to seeing more in this series.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you Chloe - I strongly recommend the book 'All About Saul Leiter' which is now about £15 on Amazon :-)

[@chloesastry1252]

@@StreetSnappers indeed - it arrived yesterday :)

[@gregorylagrange]

Cool video. Thanks for bringing him to my attention. And the super cool song at the end is "Like Lee" by the Mini Vandals.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks for your feedback, Gregory :-)

[@zoonaanz3411]

What a great video, thanks Brian!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks again - appreciated :-)

[@davidsierra1574]

One of my favorites.

[@StreetSnappers]

Mine too :-)

[@luisbaltodano227]

Thank you for this very interesting video. Looking forward to more of your videos.

[@StreetSnappers]

My pleasure, Luis, thanks for watching. Please stay tuned - there's lots more to come!

[@froggyjosh]

Really loving your channel mate. Amazing content. Well done 👍

[@StreetSnappers]

Cheers Josh, kind of you to say so :-)

[@artisfine]

Well done, your aproach to street is experienced and fresh at a time. SAUL is one of my favorites beside Fan Ho for b&w ! Great Job please continue 😀💯👍

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much for the feedback! :-)

[@bryangideon5822]

Great video thanks Brian very inspirational

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you Bryan!

[@ledesclos5321]

Well done, thank you.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you too!

[@abchappell01]

That was thoroughly enjoyable!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much, Anthony - lots more to come!

[@AndrePostTenor]

Thanks a lot!

[@douggottlieb]

Great video. More of this series please!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks Douglas - lots more to come!

[@macbookdieter]

Just came across your channel, very refreshing. Cheers

[@StreetSnappers]

Hi Derek - kind of you to say so - many thanks! :-)

[@michaelgroenewald1114]

Great video on one of my favourist photographers

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much for the feedback Michael :-)

[@tallcorbs]

That was fantastic! Thank you! Subscribed for more!

[@StreetSnappers]

My pleasure, Chris - thanks very much for your support :-)

[@sukadimanasaja1599]

thank you for your sharing in this video. I'll wait your more video. Thank you Brian. Stay safe and healthy.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you very much - good to have you aboard. Are you in the UK or a friend from overseas? (I’m always interested to know where people are watching from!)

[@sukadimanasaja1599]

@@StreetSnappers I'm from Jakarta, Indonesia. Are you have been there?

[@daryljohnson9010]

Excellent commentary! Greetings from Portland, OR.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks Daryl - good to have you on board from Portland!

[@PeteScR]

I was never really a fan of Leiter and wondered what all the excitement was about surrounding his work. I think you have dissected his work well Brian and tempted me to take another look, cheers.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much, Pete :-)

[@leigh6417]

Really great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@StreetSnappers]

Glad you enjoyed it Leigh - thanks for your support :-)

[@mightmushswanseajack]

hey Lex Luthor, great video.

[@queensalnd]

So well spoken as always😉

[@StreetSnappers]

Cheers Matthew :-)

[@janklein6593]

finest video brian! very well done!!!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much Jan - glad you liked it :-)

[@valibrad]

Great lesson. 👍

[@412foto]

Great review of an amazing artist

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much, Scott - appreciated.

[@loushared6602]

This was a wonderful video. I really enjoyed the tone, subject (obviously) and the presentation. It has inspired me to get out shooting at the weekend. You have a new subscriber and I look forward to bingeing on some more videos on another lazy lockdown sunday.

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much, Lou - I'm glad it hit the spot! Good luck with your street shooting :-)

[@thejoyfultripod]

Loved this, very interesting. Thanks!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks very much Brian!

[@patrickbateman6768]

Im glad you brought up the point of vertical composition. No one ever brings it up in his photos.

[@StreetSnappers]

I think it was very much part of his style and nice to see more people doing it lately :-)

[@bryangideon5822]

Thanks Brian Very informative and good tips for me as a new street photographer, your book ‘Mastering Street Photography’ is my bible at the moment.

[@StreetSnappers]

Many thanks Bryan! Best of luck with your street photography :-)

[@gunaseg]

Excellent Video and presentation - In no great hurry

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you - top man!

[@thomas.hintze]

Brian, what a great overview and insight into Saul Leiters art of photography. Thanks a lot for this. Regards, Thomas

[@StreetSnappers]

Hi Thomas - many thanks for your feedback - glad you liked it :-)

[@capoluiz]

thanks for sharing

[@samham3901]

Great video, rich content!!! You offer The REAL DEAL/ the bottom line in photography .. thank you so much .

[@StreetSnappers]

Thanks Samar - I'm glad you find it useful :-)

[@davidontaneda9178]

Beautiful content sir! Cheers!

[@StreetSnappers]

Thank you David - glad you like it!

[@romaindesigalas3937]

thank you for the good video. very inspiring for me

[@StreetSnappers]

My pleasure, Romain, thanks for watching :-)