a day with NYC photographer, Jas Leon -- Walkie Talkie NYC episode 45

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[@bandelero2139]

It's nice to see someone who says they struggle getting close to their subjects go for it. I struggle with this a lot. The idea of carrying around the travel portfolio is a great idea too!

[@marioarias9942]

Jas didn’t seem to struggle with taking pictures of people as she asked a man sitting for a photo. No one would do that if you had a problem getting close to people.

[@cdnott]

@@marioarias9942People make the daftest comments... If you find something difficult you can still push through the discomfort to make yourself do it. And if you're asking strangers for photographs then a key part of what you're pushing through to do will be projecting an air of engaging confidence, won't it?

[@JayquanDeMarcusWashington]

@@marioarias9942 asking people is easier than just snapping a candid photo IMHO... There's very little chance for confrontation when asking, but if you just get up close and take photos to capture a moment, some people get very angry... and street photography is typically more candid.

[@Coyah93]

I really enjoyed this episode of walkie talkie with Jas! She's such a vibe! It's always refreshing to see a female photographer on this series, being a female photographer myself.

[@_r0bert]

I love the episodes with photographers having way too much fun shooting to answer the questions.

[@Donnadoesphotography]

So good to see more female photographers on Walkie Talkie. I find this channel really informative and inspirational, it’s my fav channel to check in with 📷

[@RayRomanMedia]

18:53 This is my favorite moment from this! It's always a balance of entering the space of others but she couldn't help but say "I like your hat!" and then approach the man. I think I liked this because in comparison to 1:39 where she talks about shooting with 28mm and being forced to push the boundaries - she really connected with this individual and went for it. I Really enjoyed this episode. Let's get a part 2 down the road!

[@vinylisland6386]

When she said I have to shoot every day I picked up my M11M and went out to do some night street. This is how the street photography community inspire and keep each other going. Big thanks, Paulie, your hard work and dedication is much appreciated, even on this Greek island!

[@AlejandroVisuals]

Everybody else, I picked up my camera and went out to shoot... Leica people: I grabbed my Leica.....

[@Ar-tv8hj]

@@AlejandroVisuals Was about to comment this hahahahhahahahaha

[@AlejandroVisuals]

@@Ar-tv8hj hahaha

[@simonking_v]

17:48 Pigeon Paul! I met and photographed him in 2019, really lovely to see him in this video, and to know he's still around NY with his pigeons 🤗✨🐦

[@xdmtrv]

one of the best episodes of "walkie talkie"! very dynamic and interesting. great mix of self-reflection and actual photographing. what a lively and focused girl taking steady, accurate steps towards her goal as a good street photographer. such a gem 💎

[@paulasmith4017]

Really enjoyed this episode - more woman street photographers please. It was interesting hearing Jas's perspective on taking pics on the streets as a woman!!

[@donjagoe]

What a delightful positive person!

[@lukemerrill1272]

Paulie... this series is so valuable in so many ways. I just want to say thank you!

[@chrisathanasiadisphoto]

My favorite part of this one was when she said "raw dogging the metering." Wasn't expecting that and had me laughing. Another great episode.

[@fishymm5905]

The way she keeps her meter on one of those retractable zippy keychain things is so smart. I've been kinda struggling finding a comfortable spot to carry my meter so I might just try that

[@thevoiceman6192]

Long live film. It's all I use. Jas's photos are nice. I am not a fan of street photography but her work reminds me of the coffee table books I used to look at at bookstores of famous photographers from back in the day.

[@lloydhunt8343]

What a joy Jas is. Street photography is in a good place with people like Jas on the streets

[@RetsamStark]

Did the truck at 2:13 make it into the parking spot? The world needs to know.

[@PointlessDrummer]

no way. Maybe hed fit if you pushed it in sideways, but he cant parallel park in that spot i dont think.

[@SirRyneaux]

Thanks for introducing me to this photographer. I loved seeing her procedure and completely admired her commitment to film.

[@AnthonyKongSYD]

The photo of the first Indian flag waving lady looks amazing! I also really like the daily challenge idea.

[@martinglb]

Really appreciate the video and discovered the work of Jas! Thanks!

[@hughamogus]

Her interaction with the guy in the hat was so wholesome

[@markvinton1047]

What energy and spirit! Really loved this one...

[@Alkademiks]

Jas is awesome. been a long time admirer of her work.

[@graceroams]

A fellow Guatemalan-American latina photographer!!! Thanks for sharing her work and process.

[@dysvids8893]

31:35 such a beautiful comp. Can't believe she just snapped it like that.

[@theblackmanarmedwithacamera]

WELL...I LIKE HER STUDIO PORTRAIT WORKS THAT WERE IN THE BEGINNING!! I DIG THE EPISODE...JUST LIKE ALL THE REST!! KEEP BRINGING THESE! 💯🤘🏾🤘🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@sixeightphotos]

M4-P Gang. Love it Paulie.

[@JimiMiki]

Carrying a portfolios is quite frankly one of the best advice I have heard. She is as sweet as she is talented.

[@Frankhanzen]

Just gotta thank you for making these portraits. So inspiring for my photo hobby and for learning about life too. Fantastic! ❤

[@r.wilson8095]

Great Walkie Talkie! Just need a disclaimer that coming to NYC and depending on the Universe to guide you doesn't work for everyone. Loved her photography and positive attitude!!

[@writershootsfilm]

Oh wow, Madison Ave... brings back some really good memories. The 28mm is tough to use. Grats on Jas for sticking with it.

[@seandavey7085]

I really like her compositions and observations. Very chill. Great vibe.

[@shanestorozukphotography]

Jas with some seriously dope hacks for shooting street. Awesome episode you two 🙌🏼

[@JoshuaMeiksans]

What a great day to be out shooting! I feel like so many interesting things happened to shoot in this video. Jas is great. More videos with her please.

[@StuartWeir]

The Color Skopar 28 finally getting some love on KZbin!

[@narikamckenzie]

I love these videos, it's been so great to see bits and pieces from other photographers that I can relate to, super inspiring ❤

[@IHMadeThis]

I did not expect to watch that much of this but...here I am at 24 minutes.

[@naomispence7190]

Had to rewind the "It's love" part so cute!

[@CMCSenior]

Really enjoyed this video.Jas strikes me as a very purposeful photographer with unassuming energy.

[@JanneRanta]

Awesome positive vibes and I think it shows in her work 👍

[@allendrexel7622]

Great episode Paulie, and gorgeous work, Jas!! So happy to have discovered you and your work.

[@willsmith975]

That medium format film reload game is strong if i tried to reload mine in the street the film is 100% getting dropped. And that idea of carrying a portfolio is genius im getting one made up just cheap prints i can hand out

[@coastalartistlivingonislan8395]

She has a great vibe and love her answers and photos!

[@Mikey_streets]

I also have a full time job and time management and planning is important when you go out and shoot twice a week. I can relate there 🤙

[@henriquemoraes9297]

Such a great video! Very inspiring.

[@thinkpadx60]

I like the idea of carrying a small portfolio

[@NateJackson_]

I love what she said about gear causing inspiration. I got my x100vi a month ago and I carry it with me everywhere

[@alien6551]

I love black and white photos my grandson asked me was everything in black and white in the old days i said no lol its just the film

[@bobafett5323]

I could never with that LOUD ass film shutter and 28mm! LOL Jas seems cool as hell though. I enjoyed this video.

[@rybread81]

I've only be to NYC twice but I love doing street photography. I sometimes forget to eat since there is so much to shoot.

[@nickatnite16]

I love street photography but I'm not comfortable(nor will I be) walking up and taking pics of someone's kid(s)

[@angelocaudle93]

Halfway through and she kills it ✊🏾✊🏾

[@fromanotherdayfilm]

wow she has some great shots I particularly love the one of the girl in the quince dress with the little girl posing the same way in front of her

[@outtathyme5679]

I enjoy learning about female photographers

[@tonyf2a_]

at 2:15 ish you almost witness the Tesla getting hit in the back😂

[@markivkovic7235]

😆 Damn it! I was about to drop a comment as I'm wondering if they even got that truck into that space (without using the Parisian tap technique)?

[@sommelierofstench]

all cars are bumper cars in big cities haha

[@tonyf2a_]

@@markivkovic7235 there’s no way he got that trick in 😂😂

[@tonyf2a_]

@@sommelierofstench luckily I don’t live in the city 😂

[@MaritzahK]

the message about how the universe will help you figure it out as long as you’re putting in your best efforts. it’s so true 💕🫰🏾✨

[@35mmOn35mm]

Shoutout The canon P! rangefinder patch blows when you try a Leica but love my P’s

[@ribsy]

Home darkroom is the cheat code!

[@delaolla__]

Another banger!

[@Soonaone]

She is chill and great

[@nicolasguillenc]

Man I wish my city in Costa Rica was safe enough for photos There are "photo walk clubs" though but it's just not the same :(

[@AIP404]

Can you insure your camera? That, plus common sense, will allow you to shoot in many places.

[@laymanrob]

Lovely episode Paulie!

[@michaelcorleone7598]

Great episode 🎉

[@andyxmunoz]

2:08 - that truck definitely was not going to squeeze into that spot.

[@fiver-hoo]

that hard drive can very likely be recovered, and if the damage is only support circuitry and not to the platters themselves it wouldn't even be that expensive.

[@_sarah_simon]

Jassss! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@malcolmtaylor518]

Loved the dynamic street interview.

[@konmorse]

Adding the IG handle on the baseplate is so smart haha

[@gisele6961]

Nice work and great to see another woman on the channel. More women, please!

[@maxidiaz5930]

Love this channel!!

[@ConnorRoss]

Dang, someone let her know there are hard drive recovery services. They can be expensive but probably worth a year of photography.

[@tvariuness]

feels like this is the most shooting i've seen in your vids

[@brooklynbound1000]

Fantastic interview.

[@TomKaszuba]

She was incredible.

[@izzyleicanut9190]

Love her images

[@Studio.paulgoo]

M4-P mentioned 🦅🦅🦅

[@Rusty1995_]

Iv had my M4P for a little over 2 years, I legit sold my M6 TTL because I love it so much.

[@kofijezile2098]

yessir

[@kofijezile2098]

@@Rusty1995_ That’s great man. I’m planning on getting my first Leica and I’ve been leading towards the M4-P.

[@Rusty1995_]

@@kofijezile2098 I think its the best bang for the buck personally. Iv had an M2 and M6TTL M4P is great with the 28 frame lines. Feels like a baby M6. if you don't need a meter its great savings. Also if you don't mind a Canadian Leica, I like how she mentions how people say gear doesn't matter but if gear motivates you to go out so be it.. This was a great watch.

[@matthewmeier7065]

M4-P + Sekonic best combo

[@deepman11]

this women have super power..

[@eskotz88]

amazing!!! build that darkroom boo

[@edwassermann8368]

"Trusting the universe" people.

[@randallbadgett4040]

She has the right personality to interact with lots of people and with her beautiful hair hardly anyone would be upset that she snapped their photo. She's pretty good with the camera too! Thanks for another excellent video. 👍

[@shanecaut1063]

Great video and insights! What film does Jas use?

[@jakobolszewski6034]

At least the MF film was a Kodak one

[@RS-Amsterdam]

Excellent 🎉 Like always 😊

[@Hipster_In_Denial]

Lovely individual with some lovely shots.

[@BIGGUCCIS8N]

15:42 that dogs knows what it feels like to

[@40mmSummarit]

Her darkroom work is very good.

[@j75099]

It still amazes me that in NYC strangers can take close photos of kids (without permission) and no one says anything. I'm not sure how I feel about that. Different cultures I guess.

[@carlosleon521]

That bag is cool! anyone knows where I can get one?

[@bobafett5323]

Not the peace sign LOL.

[@djmentosdotcom]

She had me at "rawdogging the metering"

[@healinginfluence]

I love the channel. I don’t understand the desire to shoot film.

[@coastalartistlivingonislan8395]

For me it’s more about using vintage 1950s cameras. They are beautiful. So much chrome! Plus I love the darkroom arts. Silver gelatin hand crafted prints made from a negative.

[@_ped_]

so good 👏

[@joyasafriend1666]

great photog

[@jeffstephens5266]

What a refreshing person. Keep it going Jas.

[@zcounts]

love and blessings!

[@stevensvideosonyoutube]

Looking smart

[@emanuelbief7088]

Hello, just a question of all the street photographers that you have interviewed or that you know from New York, how many are over 35 years old?

[@PaulieB]

At least 40% of them

[@emanuelbief7088]

@@PaulieB I thought the amount would be higher

[@ishanxde]

Paulie it is your sign to come to India :)

[@daledanowski9962]

she is a model and photographer in one package

[@marcusaurel4855]

What kind of light meter is she using?

[@jakobolszewski6034]

It seems to be a Sekonic L-308

[@chinpokomaster8844]

what a lovely lady.

[@JohnAvantiBK]

Leica: Like a. Like her lol

[@pengyu3199]

"Being a woman and shooting out in the street is like a super power"