Street Photography in Havana Cuba, People, Kids, Dogs, and Architecture using Natural Light

[@oscarhalder]

The fruit vender is so humble. He offered Jason his shirt to wipe his hands. Simple people with good heart, always makes me happy.

[@martyndigitaleye]

Oscar Halder I don't think they are a " simple people " more of a subjugated people.

[@martyndigitaleye]

Darren ... I was meaning from a political point of view. things have changed now..for the better

[@martyndigitaleye]

Darren .. hey! I do it..... 👍

[@David-ry5il]

martyn george things are changing fairly fast and you can feel their hope, my first trip to Cuba ( in 4 days I leave for trip 7) if I said anything about believing Cuba would change soon my Cuban friends responded with a tone of 'not during my life time" a disbelief they would see any real change. I will always miss that Cuba the Cuba with no internet, no real cell phone service. Just people socializing instead of on their cell phone. It was maybe my 6th day in Cuba I recall walking along the avenue of the presidents headed to a shack, along the ocean where I liked to get a beer and have a cigar at the end of the day, thinking how I had never felt so relaxed. Most people do not realize for example the fruit vender most likely has college degree. Most of the Cubans I have met are like that fruit vender really good people and easy to be around.

[@above6129]

The way that little girl was posing....wow so hysterical. Love those silhouette shots!

[@GerardoRoloff]

great job. old havana is a fantastic place for street photography. even at mid day, with the hard light and shadows, it's magic.that being said... the guy scratching his balls in the back was just epic... what a touch of "cubanship"

[@zvkvhs3818]

The kindness of that young man is really something to admire, he noticed you needed a napkin to clean your hands and he offered his shirt. I'm already stoked to see what else you'll capture and who you will meet as I continue to watch. Anyone exited to see Cuba after watching Celia on Netflix?

[@ericbcerra]

The title of this video saddens me. I lived 19 years in Cuba, and now I am 22, so born and raised in Cuba (I am not from Havana). I've never seen so much poverty. But this does not mean that all of Cuba is poor. There are magnificent places, incredible and unique in my Cuba, good for photos and video. Many tourists focus only on the poor, when there is much more to discover. (It is not personal, I already saw that you have more videos in Cuba) Anyway, thanks for treating my people well, and being humble is what matters.

[@pfdcaw]

I love the cars it shows that just because of age don't mean it can't be fixed and not for tons of cash they don't seem to have much. America just throws everything away now and don't want to fix things. Great videos man love how you two fit in and are just real with the people. Love the kid at the end would great for you to get shots of her 10 years from now.

[@dagmarescalona3098]

Jason fantastic job in my Cuba 🇨🇺 and with the cuban people, my respect for you great job.

[@johnw.3636]

The little girl stole my heart and is holding it for ransom. She is one of the most precious little persons I've seen in a while. She's a natural too. She will model for someone later in life for sure. Anyway, cool vid. It really makes me want to travel to Cuba more immediately.

[@andren.5126]

Love the way you engaged with the people. Like always great info and great images.

[@d_e_n_n_i_slifeisgood9984]

Amazing how you can find people from the street and make them seem like professionals models. Thanks Jason👍

[@antoniomarroquin3649]

I really love street photography videos from you Jason keep making them ... gracias

[@bigbaddms]

Fantastic again... you have a great rapport with locals. And a lot of trust too! I like how you incorporate the 'interview' parts with other street photography... it makes it so interesting. Thank you!

[@cweb1988]

the old cars and architecture is so cool

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Thanks for sharing some of your experiences in Cuba, Jason and Brenda. Beautiful.

[@RS-Amsterdam]

Great footage, exciting to watch, beautiful city and people and well presented by your great pictures Thanks for sharing Please MORE !! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@DipeshMehrotra]

love this one as well .. 2 videos back 2 back .. great pics and connection Jason

[@Traveljournalist]

I love street photography videos and the way you interact with people. you should do that in every country you visit :)

[@dannyobrien3876]

Wonderful photography. You have a very disarming way of approaching people, and connecting to them. Great work. :-)

[@MikeWarville]

Brilliant video Jason and the team, I love the way you do have a gift of connecting with the people and great pictures as well

[@videoemilioisis]

Great info for meeting people in the street and taking their photos, your the best!!!

[@manuelzenteno2]

wow! that's so beautiful talking the Angel language Spanish. And now I want to go to Cuba. nice job my friend.

[@epion33]

I love these style of videos from you, great work!

[@JensChrStrandos]

Wonderful how you communicate with people. Excellent video!

[@garywilson2926]

Great vid. Cuba is definitely on my wish list. Once i get over the fear of flying. Honestly you could fill your boots there. Great shots too. 👌

[@keithsmathers9815]

Sharing with all my Cuban relatives. That was awesome Jason!

[@zvkvhs3818]

This was GREAT Jason! I can't wait to see your workshop there.

[@hawg427]

The little girl at 7:03, WOW! You captured her essence in her eyes, what a sweet smile. little photo ham LOL.

[@chrissayno21]

Jason! This cracked me up! You're connection with people is what's it all about. Definitely a pro tip! Glad I came across your channel!

[@marksharman8029]

+Jason that was really enjoyable. I struggle sometimes to connect as you suggested, especially after you have a bad moment. But I am always respectful and prefer to believe that the exchange should be two way, though that is not always possible. Thanks again +Jason, great work Brenda you continue to make me smile.

[@SPDTDL]

These Cuban videos are LIT! Brenda is ON POINT!

[@adeoguntolasolanke-oguntol5108]

Awesome ! Feel like rolling with you guys. Just as free as a bird.

[@jba3005]

Impresionante trabajo. Excelente como siempre. Muchas gracias

[@jonphoto5078]

When I shot Cuba (along with a group of a dozen or so others) we all got some pretty good shots. However, your shot at 1:18 is the best Cuba shot I've ever seen. Broke some composition rules, too! ¡Felicidades! Love that STF bokeh! As a side note, at 7:57 it looks like maybe you found an up-and-coming Gloria Estefan!

[@GilbertTV]

another great video... love the cars & people

[@maxell19671]

Jason an excellent job on my beautiful island

[@ellengayle8103]

Thank you for this. I am going to Havana and Trinidad on a photography tour soon and I have been checking out different sources for inspiration and tips. No other you tube video was both interesting and informative, but this was both.

[@koreczkowo]

Jason, the best 85mm for a7rii is? in your opinion? Just wondering about canon 1.2 and new sigma...

[@blackubuntu]

WOW! that 100mm lens is amazing! Iv'e got to get down there before we ruin it.

[@bg.2492]

Power shoots! Amazing job!

[@thomaan]

Just great!

[@douglasdrumond]

Loving these Cuban videos

[@Pokefan899]

He offered his shirt my heart 😢💛💜

[@mellemel5]

Awesome video! Glad I subscribed to your channel. BTW little girl was super cute.

[@adrianhydephotography]

Love these Cuba videos. Can't wait for the next one. Thanks for uploading.

[@hughbrennan6445]

Really beautiful pictures man,it's great!!!

[@JohnMccorry]

Mad as always, awesome stuff Jason

[@martyndigitaleye]

Awesome work, Man. the place humbles me.

[@znbh]

"sabes que te amo con todo mi corazón" LOL that one got me

[@riccardociaccheri5452]

So nice !!!

[@Dngrov257]

One of your best videos!

[@kalef1234]

That little girl will probably grow up to be a model, she already has the role down pact!

[@sergioarrebola6258]

Beautiful work, best wishes

[@BamsCam226]

Great piece and awesome photos. You mentioned the photos were all taken with the 70-200 GM but in the video it appeared you were shooting with either the 85 or 100 GM?

[@32albertosantos]

Me recordaste mi País Jason! . Buen trabajo .

[@ziggy149]

Jason, been following and watching you since you first started shooting Sony (before you signed on with them). I left Canon and went to Fuji. That said, I also love lighting and am growing tired of waiting for Profoto to develop/release an Air remote system for Fuji so I can have the ability to shoot HSS. Learning an entire new system is a daunting thought. I had thought of investing in Nikon D810 and glass because the image quality is crazy and proven. I could print huge if I wanted and unlike Fuji files in lightroom, things work and flow as they should. Have not looked deep into how Sony files are handled. Anyway, I'm starting to sort through your videos since you have been shooting Sony and see if it makes sense to consider switching. I love Fuji's form factor and menu navigation, but actual function continues to be limited. Let the research begin

[@arshkfilms8656]

Awesome video looking forward to more!

[@nazsimons]

Beautiful pictures! I´m a Street Photography lover myself. You should come to Panamá! Te va a gustar brother.

[@karpybmf]

Those colors are awesome, great shots there :)

[@mariechua2032]

thanks Jason

[@PHOTOSHOOTSBRENDAREYESTJ]

Gracias Jason, Excelente Video!

[@paultrunfull3324]

Jason get interaction with the locals. Just Lov'n the sunset/silhouette shots, would have loved to shot those myself.

[@kufd]

Man what a great artistic country! I did not see one single hybrid car :)

[@민킴영어]

Which is why I love sur america!

[@only1stefan]

cuba looks amazing!!

[@Armstrong50]

Awesome video

[@safeharbor7]

Jason I can't begin to tell you how much I enjoy your videos brother. I love photography, I have learned more from your videos than all the other photography channels combined. Just wanted to say thanks... Thumbs up as always...

[@seamuswarren]

You should have taken that bag of fruit you bought. :) Looks like most of the images captured using natural light. Not sure how much longer the old Cuba will be preserved as developers finally move in. EDIT: I hope authorities and developers appreciate the historic significance of the existing architecture while also working to improve living conditions.

[@g.ortizphotography3471]

Awesome, I'm planning on going in MAY with the wife for an anniversary.

[@shaynemcmillin2489]

That guy is absolutely hilarious. I love black people!

[@RalfWeyer]

Great video, and I'm love with this shot at 7:37. So fantastic.

[@adamromero2296]

AWESOME VIDEO AND BAD ASS PICS MAN ....

[@Vanguardcredit]

Awesome

[@DolfLammers]

Wow, nice shot's!

[@djsugarbear6079]

That there are my roots! Cuba!

[@shadabshaikh4543]

Awesome stuff!!

[@akshaytalari9351]

Superb sir

[@99751]

Love this

[@kevinmikegrit]

That fruit vendor can make a good career in modelling. The guy looks photogenic.

[@dariusvaitkus965]

You are amazing, Jason ! ;)

[@joecerda630]

great video...this your coming out trip? lol Cuban dudes give you no play...keep up the good work

[@JuanLopez-oz9kh]

Awesome Jason, one question, are the pictures out of focus or is it the DOF causing it BC its so tight? The images look very soft.

[@jfinite]

Awesome!

[@jrodriguez4294]

the Kids are Too much Fun...

[@atishaysingh5114]

Jason that lil girl... poses... wofff...

[@miguel77788]

Really nice pics man :) ... I'm Starting to know photography and for me is really amazing thing to discover I have a canon D5 Mark ii and a lens 24-105 4.5 is really good now I'm planing to get 50 mm 1.4

[@CarpalMute]

What mode do you use when walking and shooting? Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Auto, manual? I find I bounce between Aperture and Shutter modes when moving and shooting, but wanted to know what you recommend?

[@henryfitzthum7563]

Excellent advice... As I'm planning a trip there... I need to learn some basic Spanish... But I have a very good friend as she lives in Havana... Believe it or not she hates it... she thinks Cuba is ugly.... not me I see beauty.... I love rough around the edges architecture

[@tightwad2007]

Jason, what white balance do you use? Do you adjust using kelvin?

[@juanquispe3494]

3:29 muscle shirt guy in the background: "Who wants to dance? I got my dance cane right here."

[@ivelisegonzalez9019]

Hello Jason, I love you videos. When will you come to the Dominican Republic????

[@michaelespeland]

7:38 That shot is just perfect

[@STENCHOVDETH]

love it!

[@d62johnson]

Jason you mentioned the 70-200mm more than once on your Cuba trip. I'm curious if you were just not wanting to carry a lot of gear walking the streets or if that lens range was sufficient for the type of street photography you was doing?

[@MikeWarville]

Hi David I know what you mean, but looking at the video did you notice the large bag he had on his back, I wouldn't want to do that where I live lol

[@TPS2525]

reading the video topic: I thought he would use the expensive 35 f1.4 and 50 f1.4 for local or maybe a 85f1.4...For me it is good to get intouch with local. well 70-200 GM and the 100 is also Great. Wish I had that kind of money.

[@LewisHoodMusic]

JL, What picture profile do you like to shoot with? Everything neutral?

[@rodrigorivasrincon6708]

excelente mi.hermano

[@Mr4estor]

Jason, do you use auto white balance when you shooting on these streets?

[@simpsonsg93]

03:29 "ahh there's my mate. Gotta grab my balls to show who's the man in here"

[@CelesGerardPhotography]

'you have got only one chance to get it right'

[@cubanphotographers]

the toilet paper in his pocket was kind of funny. I'm Cuban wedding photographer . I shoot in Havana and Varadero

[@sgpork]

photo of the fruit rip open is my favorite