Full Frontal (Flash) weren’t the only ones to show off their work with a slideshow at Photo Bangkok. The Observe Collective also put on an outstanding slideshow with top notch production values but what’s with those wiggling pics? Hit the jump to watch the video.
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The Two Cute Dogs Guide To Flash Street Photography
Anyone who’s shot flash on the street knows how challenging it can be. There are many technical variables to consider and there’s no way to hide what you’re doing so you need to be prepared for confrontation at every turn. But the results can be astonishing! The Two Cute Dogs guide to flash street photography is a great place to start if you’re interested in street photography’s darkest art. Hit the jump for more info.
Full Frontal Flash Slideshow At Photo Bangkok
Photo Bangkok is an international photography festival that showcases a wide array of photography exhibitions and public installations with large scale slideshow projection. The Full Frontal Flash Collective’s slideshow features cutting edge street photography shot with flash and it’s a great introduction the their work. Hit the jump to watch the slideshow!
Video: Jack Simon On Great Street Photography And The Imagined Story
The guys over at Seeker Stories released a short video featuring Jack Simon on great street photography and the importance of story telling. He talks about his search for surreal, dreamlike images that ask questions rather than give answers. Hit the jump to watch the video!
Interview: Jack Simon On Finding Images And Shooting The Street
Jack Simon is a member of the Burn My Eye Collective and his quirky timing and wonderous sense of composition have established him as one of the top street photographers working today. We talked about everything from gear to his influences and finding inspiration on the street. Hit the jump for the interview!
In Public’s Jesse Marlow On The Street With The Leica Q (Typ 116)
There’s a lot of hype about the Leica Q (Typ 116) but when In Public’s Jesse Marlow takes it for a spin it’s worth a look. Jesse hits the Melbourne streets and talks about his love for street photography and how the Leica Q fits his shooting style. Hit the jump for the video and more.
Garry Winogrand Is Not A Street Photographer
He’s one of the most prolific and well respected street shooters in history but Garry Winogrand hated the term “street photography” because it didn’t tell you anything about the photographer or their work. Garry talks about his methods and philosophy in this short video from 1982 and it’s a great way to get to know this enigmatic and polarizing figure. Hit the jump for the video and more on Garry Winogrand.
Bruce Gilden Digital Street Photography On Display In Paris Subway Stations
Legendary Magnum photographer Bruce Gilden is well known for prowling the streets of Manhattan with his trust Leica M6 as he waits for the right moment to pop up and flash his subjects. Creating captivating images of people caught between moments as they suddenly realize someone is taking their picture. But his latest project is shot with digital equipment it’s interesting to see how the move to electronic film has affected his image making. Hit the jump for more info.
Observe’s Danielle Houghton Wins 2015 Irish Times Amateur Photographer Of The Year
Observe Collective’s Danielle Houghton has been named 2015 Amateur Photographer Of The Year by The Irish Times. She’s a friend of the site and one of my favorite street photographers so it’s great to see her keen eye and wry wit be acknowledged. Hit the jump for more info.
Magnum Photos Adds 6 New Photographers
Magnum Photos is one of the most prestigious photo agencies in the world and its members read like a who’s who of the photography world. The agency typically chooses one or two photographers each year to become nominees (the first step to becoming a full member of Magnum) but this year named an unprecedented 6 photographers to join the ranks. Hit the jump for more info.