10 Street Photography Tips For The Rest Of Your Life

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[@stevefix1112]

Here's a good tip, especially if you're introverted. Have business cards printed with your photograph on them indicating that you're a "photographer." I also have a separate email address on them. I travel internationally so I include "photographer" in about 8 other languages as well. It's amazing how much credibility one gets with a simple business card!

[@trustnugget280]

I imagine that could have the exact opposite effect with some people as a business card suggests that you print or have a bigger internet presence which some people don't like. But that's just my 10 cents

[@stevefix1112]

@@trustnugget280 That's not been my experience, possibly because of the "off the beaten track" places that I travel. That said, I'm willing to take my chances!

[@MTO_KT]

I think the 'learn to observe' skill is invaluable in photography. Really, it could be said that in many ways it's the foundation for the craft.

[@instagramphotocritiques-ig6447]

agreed

[@alexxx4434]

00:20 *Get Good Footwear* 01:08 *Keep It Simple (Stupid)* 02:03 *Learn Your Gear* 03:18 *Learn to Observe* 04:56 *Develop Your People Skills* 06:16 *Stay Curious* 06:57 *Albums Over Single Hits* 08:35 *Go Somewhere You Enjoy* 09:38 *Enjoy the Process* 10:36 *Put Your Camera in Front of Something Interesting*

[@amosk24]

The real hero

[@DarioSolera]

Regarding keeping my kit simple, I couldn't agree more. I don't want to even have to think about changing lenses, so I only take one with me - zoom or prime - and that's it. Recently I've been doing night street photography quite a bit in my city (Milan, Italy) and I have to admit that I really enjoy it. I observe a lot, take some shots, don't obsess over missed ones (which are, of course, many), and I usually go back home with quite a few photos that I can call myself proud of. I really enjoy it. Great video, as always!

[@jordohayes]

The best advice you have given me that I’ve applied is keeping my kit simple, with only having one or two lenses max. Furthermore, I’ve been taking only the x100v out to force myself to tell stories based on its fixed focal length. This alone is really improving my ability to tell stories by focusing on what’s around me. Thanks for these videos and the time you put into them :)

[@efiveangwalangkwentanguploader]

hello, may i know what kind of camera and lens are you using on this video? thank you.

[@charliejg]

You're spot on with the part about learning your camera. Also, knowing that proper setup you need for various situations in terms of exposure settings. I'm still not at that level and feel that pain in situations that need quick reflexive responses. Have a great week!

[@saltypeach]

Quality video Roman, the section about going out to enjoy the experience and creating an album rather than just gunning for that one banger, definitely going to apply that to my photography more now. And learning to "observe" or "see" in photography is such an overlooked (punintentional?) skill, quality content dude.

[@DanielBryn]

Cheers Roman, another great video. Really like your content and appraoch to photography. So easy to get caught up in our own heads with results instead of enjoying the process. Ill add one thing ive found helpful; alongside album, having a specific theme for a certain period of time helps with focus and motivation. Last summer I did a 3 month little project about metro stations in and around Oslo which was great! The local photo store also hired me to teach a photoworkshop afterwards from the photos and videos I posted. Winner! Anyways, cheers again for super down to earth content!

[@jillgallagher8982]

Absolutely fantastic video Roman, you help me so much, you give me confidence to try different things when out and about with my camera. I value your knowledge and experience very much huge thanks :)

[@ashittandon9301]

Roman, u always have such great practical advice. I keep forgetting that i should focus on enjoying myself when i am traveling instead of "chasing" the shot. Gonna give this a try next time

[@snapsbyfox]

Cheers!

[@robinbhairam7508]

“Get out there” priceless … that is what it is all about … nice one …

[@paulasimson4939]

Excellent tips, Roman. Especially the one on going for "albums" rather than single shots to tell a story. Something I can work on right away.

[@ggudmundsson128]

Love your videos. Thank you!

[@patrickgrace6966]

Roman - this was a fantastic video ... thank you! You have a wonderful way of keeping things simple. Cheers, Patrick (NYC)

[@davids8766]

Good video. For me I think the tips on observation and enjoyment are the top ones. I think we all take better photos when we are enjoying what we're shooting. Learning what people tend to do in certain spaces and situations is useful, but most of my best shots are where people have done something I wasn't expecting.

[@noracash8297]

Excellent tips for street photography. One of the tips I appreciated hearing was to really get to know your camera. I totally agree.

[@TheJeffDeath]

Great video Roman! All great tips!!

[@evelyngermedia8309]

Inspirational video thank you, your sharing your knowledge for photography 🤗

[@samiturunen5335]

Detailed and reasoned video. Thanks for sharing.

[@f4.therapy]

Nice little video Roman, clear and concise, in a sensible logical order 👍

[@kendrasananikone]

great advice as always! really love your content

[@howardchud9097]

Excellent advice. It mirrors what I always do.

[@stuartpotter4923]

A bucket of great tips... thanks!

[@Brightsparks1960]

Really useful advice even for experienced street photographers. I can acknowledge all of the points you raised. Great video

[@norainaemran4035]

Wonderful video. Very useful tips not just on technical parts with steet photography.

[@brianwalker6849]

The best advice I’ve had for along time ??? Thanks man.

[@carmenfissenden2530]

You nailed that perfectly Roman. I enjoyed your video and felt it said it differently and that was a positive . Well Done !

[@peterjohnson1012]

Great video. All very valuable lessons and all the truth. Went on a group shoot last weekend focusing on murals but my 28mm was not wide enough, then the light was too harsh, etc...and I was miserable. A coffee and a switch to a 50mm led me to begin to focus on parts of the murals and relax and enjoy the day. Lesson learned.

[@THEGRIMREAPER5650]

This is the first time seeing any of your videos and it couldn't have come at a greater time for me. Absolutely fantastic and practical tips that many other content creators of this genre miss or take as a given that you've put a voice too. I'll check out your channel now but just wanted to say thank you and we'll done. Your video editing skills are on point. Once I get my dream camera, the Fujifilm XT-4, I'll check out your link for details and functions of the camera. We'll done. Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺.

[@snapsbyfox]

Thank you!!

[@opotopo1]

Top original stuff. Thanks Roman for your work. Simon

[@torinsall]

Simplify gear is so true and something I discovered when using 35mm film cameras...the 50mm rarely left its bag and the Soligor 90-230mm lived on the camera whether hiking backcountry and mountains or walking the city. The camera was always ready, plus not changing lenses kept the sensor clean. Thus was born my love of a good zoom lens.

[@BGTuyau]

A great set of tips for the art.

[@derbyshirewalker]

Excellent video….you’re an inspiration

[@KellerChewning]

Love the tips Roman! Definitely going to use these my next time shooting! 🔥🔥

[@snapsbyfox]

Cheers!

[@fReAkNatha]

Thank you so much😍its so helpful. I bought a xt2 and want to start with streetphotography. I love your videos. I already shot in nyc in may with a rented xt4. It Was so much fun. My shots may not be perfect but i like them🥺😍😃thx for the inspo

[@skskitta4940]

You really developed as a yt creator. I think this video is much better than earlier and there is lot of b roll that match the topics! Just good overall

[@edgarsilva3433]

Lisbon streets are amazing to apply your tips

[@aljosacebokli]

I think I've visited every London borough by now (20 km walks and all) and my favourite thing by far is to "get lost", set a very rough direction but otherwise just meander and wind through the streets. Getting off the main roads and streets in particular can be very interesting, for example offering vantage points to popular buildings otherwise always photographed from the same few locations. In addition there are so many surprises tucked away in a city like this. Not in too dodgy areas though haha. One of my favorite places has to be the barbican, it's like being teleported 50 years back!

[@CosmicOwlChild]

Great pointers Honest just go with what feels natural and understand yes the situation at hand the atmosphere that's there. Should you bring your camera out or should you just sit and enjoy the chill moment Again great tips simple break down. Hope everybody understood the simplicity of it all

[@instagramphotocritiques-ig6447]

Cool video, thank you for sharing! I second wearing good shoes!

[@ohmwai]

holy sh*t almost 55k subs. that's 50k more than when i joined. your consistency and hardwork is paying off

[@davidclode3601]

Excellent, thank you!

[@subrotomitra]

Another gem, Roman!!

[@bmeclipse]

Excellent tips! Thanks!

[@jules_mac]

Good points and advice, thanks 👍

[@ChannelVH1]

Great video. Very relatable content. I have a couple of questions for you - 1. Do you shoot raw images or jpegs? Fuji cameras are known for their jpegs so was wondering what do you prefer. 2. Do you use view finder or live view for composing a shot? Hoping to get a response from you and really appreciate all the content on your channel! Cheers!

[@beeth1362]

Those are useful tips. Thanks!!!

[@markmacgrath4142]

Brilliant. Agree with everything you say in the video.

[@WernerHarrerFotografie]

Great Tipps. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@brianameyen6962]

I know some of them is part of others videos you have already done, but they say you put them together. Blend them. It’s great Roman ! This one really it In my opinion. Especially the part about creating album. Keep up the wonderful work man !

[@louisedasilva6046]

Very informative video. Thank you.

[@petuniacortes3860]

Hi Roman, I'm from Mexico, but I'm living in NYC. I love London, I was there in 2019. I want to Thank you for all your work and time, you inspire me to be better and keep going with my hobby. A big hug and one recommendation, my favorite coffee place on my visit was Formative Coffee, also a great spot for photos.

[@snapsbyfox]

Thank you so much!

[@HaykeBerdenPhotography]

Awesome video, i really like it.

[@paullafleur6112]

Cool. Your videos are getting better

[@Jazzaaaaa]

Some cool advices, thanks. I shoot with the 85mm even for streets photography at 90% of the time. My lens to go with, for theses long city walk. I like the idea, trying to see how I can compose a photograph that would be great with a 24-35mm. So addicted to this lens !

[@videobyjnt]

Thank you, another informative video. Great advice regarding knowing your camera. Everythime I'm tempted to get another body I ask myself, do I always have 100% knowledge of the cameras I own when their in hand??? Sometimes when one sits for a while, you tend to need to get reacquainted. Will you be adding any camera guides to you list? (X-T30 or the oldie but goodie X-E2)

[@damien5558]

The photo with the man in the long jacket in the market is the best shot in your work its an amazing shot when I saw it I was like wow

[@rivenberg]

Completely agree, except one point. As a pro, you still need to enjoy the process. Yes, there is the pressure and duty to deliver the shots, but the artistic process of getting those shots has to be enjoyed. It is imperative as creatives that we never lose our own enjoyment of out craft. Thanks for another great vid Roman!

[@snapsbyfox]

very fair point mate

[@mkmak4344]

very informative and enlightening

[@lightroomedit2192]

Hey. Been watching you for awhile. I enjoyed watching you.

[@jjjj5452]

good point about keeping gear simple. I'd say also keep your itinerary simple too. If you plan to see many places, you'll end up rushing through each area. Just choose a location for a day and to your 4th tip, just slow down and observe.

[@MarcusDolby]

Just subscribed. I’ve seen about 5 of your videos now and you give great advice. I’m an introvert too and it’s not an excuse! I just got my first Fuji (switching from Canon) and my plan is to learn it like the back of my hand. Did you know they come with manuals?! 😊

[@islandbyfilm]

Great Video. Thanks

[@martinportilla9372]

I totally agree about the importance of really know your camera, way more than which one are you using

[@mikefoster6018]

I went to Brixton in London today to do a bit of street photography and, even though I was being discreet, I got hassled every 15 minutes. Possibly it was because I was wrangling my phone a bit too much, but honestly (judging by what they said) I think it was more a cultural thing. Brixton probably has a history of tension with police etc and that was the vibe - that they didn't trust my intentions. In one case, I was in an unoccupied alleyway pointing my camera skyward to take a picture up the side of a tower with the sun above and a woman came down the alleyway and said "HEY. ARE YOU OK?" ... showing that there was an issue even when I was pointing it far away from people. On the plus-side, I was quickly called into a fishmongers to take some fun snaps of the staff and I've already emailed them 3 favourites :)

[@zimin175]

Love this; different than the stereotypical tips dished out by most other but super relevant nonetheless!

[@vargavideo]

Excellent!

[@tiagosf5749]

Would love a video on fujifilm settings for street photography! Just bought a new fujifilm and am new to photography, would be awesome bro

[@DavyEnglish]

Great video, I love taking photo's. I've never printed any nor made any money. I just love taking them.

[@ZemiEmperor]

Hi Roman, thanks for your good content! Do you use LR of C1 for post? Do you have a video working on your pics in post?

[@rockywaters9592]

Couldn't agree more about the first tip, I've got a pair of Adidas samba with amazing dynamic range, just sometimes I get funny looks when I'm attaching my telephoto lens to the soles.

[@knottylinda-leathercrafter9605]

Thank you!

[@markwalch702]

Yes everything you said is right when you do your streets photography also Zone photography is a good way to get your images on the streets?

[@xsaviangames2705]

Nice Video And Awesome Advice... I Shoot With The Sony a7riv with the 85mm FE 1.8 And With The Sony a7iv With the FE 24-70mm F4 And You Are Right About A Good Pair Of Sneakers lol I Sure Do Walk A Lot..

[@quilhon7644]

great advice!

[@newtonsantos_photo963]

Those tips can be applied to any Photography theme 👏🏻 and, much more, they can transcend to Life as well 🤙🏻🍀📸 see ya, blue skies. Peace

[@Needacreate]

Normally, I'm almost put off by the ubiquitous 10-tips format, which is so worn by now and can feel a bit forced. But every single tip that Roman shares here makes a lot of sense, feels based on solid experience, and taken together they will likely benefit any people-related kind of photography, both process- and resultswise. Plus, Roman presents them in an authentic, entertaining, and tasteful way that is just fun to watch. Highly recommended.

[@trustnugget280]

True! I was pleasantly surprised that these are all great, practical tips with a very healthy mindset.

[@subrotomitra]

So matured for so young an age...wonderfully refreshing

[@cw7422]

Excellent

[@FRDFX]

Youre right… but some of us have to be at home at your family and kids. Sometimes theres no money or time to travel around the world. Sometimes you have to take photos in your garden of your kids or something like this. But honestly this can be satisfing too… with the colours from the xt4. 😄 Thanks for the video Rom, greets from Germany✌️

[@mortenthorpe]

one more important thing - Learn to identify the difference between scenarios which look great, when you’re in them, and those that photograph well - they are often quite different

[@uex6317]

The being introverted section was excellent. Understanding that we too need to grow aside from our camera skills is really solid advice. Great content as always Roman!

[@SimbiusStreet]

I am a hybrid, I love to walk around until I find a strong spot then I will camp the spot for shots, I always stick to a 35/50 because I know I'm shooting street. I learned sunny 16 when shooting film so I known how to adjust my settings for the lighting situation. My favorite thing is directing people where I want them to walk by how I walk towards them 😄. I have had a few situations where people freaked out but In general most people think I'm shooting something else how I act, I even had a person think I was shooting them when I wasn't. I tend to go for a cinematic style shot so I like your advice on a catalogue because it's very similar to film making.

[@davidhunter9434]

Thank you for these solid tips. Well done! On another subject, did you see that Capture One has a working iPad version in the hopper? From what I was saw, it looks promising with quite a bit better UI than the desktop version as well. Here's hoping!

[@snapsbyfox]

yeah it looks alright for sure. i hope final cut moves over too so i can finally go ipad only

[@davebee70]

Hi Roman, Just starting out, been been doing lots of street photography with an iPhone 8 just trying to learn. Time to upgrade and was thinking of upgrading to a canon RP, my budget is limited and around the RP price point. Do you think this would be a good option for the task at hand, for street photography day and nighttime shots? Thanks

[@user-pq3oq2nq2h]

great advise.......

[@mattyloucas]

'Learn Your Gear' - unreal / essential tip my guy

[@ggudmundsson128]

Thanks!

[@snapsbyfox]

Thank you so much!!

[@zacharypump5910]

This might be a bit controversial but depending on who you are, if you’re going on vacation (especially with friends or family), consider only taking your iPhone and leaving your fancy camera at home. I tend to be quite obsessive when my brain is in street photography mode, constantly scanning for opportunities and people. Being in this frame of mind makes it very hard to be in the moment and enjoy my vacation properly. If you have a modern iPhone there is no risk your mess that magic shot if you get lucky

[@LauraSpinaLS]

I loved that "Walking around Soho on a friday night , which is full of drunks and loud people is my idea of hell".

[@kenneth_mirez]

you're my favorite street photographer

[@mariussplinter8300]

I also want tips hoe to select the best foto's I made aftershave a streetwalk.

[@lsamoa]

Tips about keeping things simple: make a short custom menu with just the settings you use the most, so you don't have to fiddle through long menus to find them :)

[@kai64]

I agree! Some people may say zoom lenses are good for street photography but it could be a backfire! You would try to find the best composition cuz you know you have zoom capability. But composition isn’t essential element in street photography

[@johnmoran7238]

Starting to get addicted to your videos. How can one make a living from photography? I'd love to know the process. Even just something as a side hustle

[@tonyimusic]

Observation…agreed 100%

[@tvariuness]

pretty. the footwear part is underrated. i have specifically purchased sneakers for street photography.

[@MeAMuse]

Best advice in this video is shoot what you like. It's funny... because for the most part... I am not a huge fan of shooting at sunrise and sunset... I find it pretty stressful and I think it is overdone for the most part. Instead of thinking of "good" and "bad" light... its more valuable to think "what is the light doing" - in what most people call "bad light" you can use a lot of shadows to isolate/frame subjects. And weirdly my favorite thing to do is to shoot is bad weather.... I love photos with mood - with wet weather comes great reflections, and realistically there are a lot of fair weather photographers... which means your photos look different and more interesting.

[@travelrecordmusic8265]

Great common sense advice, thank you!

[@galliot5706]

Hi, I stumbled across your channel looking for lenses advices. I really like your content. Your videos helped me greatly but, I’m still facing a dilemma. I will be going to Japan on a uni exchange for about 4 months in May. I am planning to buy a Fuji xs10 to cover the whole trip . My problem is that I can only afford one lens, either the 16/80 kit lens or a 35 f2. (While the 16/80 is more versatile, I am afraid of it’s low light performances for night street photography.) Which one of the two would you recommend?

[@trustnugget280]

In case this isn't too late, it really depends on what you shoot. If you like to shoot various types of photos, from architecture to street to more tourist-like photos, the 16-80 would give you the most flexibility. Being able to capture an image (like a telephoto or wide-angle in thst case) is better than getting a little bit of extra low light capability. But if you have a certain style that fits the 35mm and you're comfortable working around the limitations then it can be more rewarding to have the prime, regardless of the aforementioned faster aperture. Have fun on your trip tho!