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1. Tokyo Photo Workshop Highlights: Dive into Diverse
A busy week of photo workshops in Tokyo
Revisiting the Logic of Past Street Photography
How do you challenge yourself as a street photographer. Do you look at old work? Do you consider the how and why of being an artist? Is street photography art?
Tokyo Is The Premier Street Photography City
Tokyo, the bustling capital of Japan, beautifully embodies the contrast between tradition and modernity. With its neon-lit skyscrapers, serene temples, and dynamic street fashion, it stands out as a premier destination for street photography. Whether you’re an amateur enthusiast or an experienced professional, Tokyo has something to offer every photographer looking to capture the essence of urban life.
The Top Ten Street Photography Spots 2024
Tokyo is a unique city full of life, history, culture, and excitement. These features attract many tourists, which can make street photography harder in busy spots, but they also reveal hidden treasures you might not have found. Here are my top ten street photography locations in Tokyo for 2024:
Are Monochrome Cameras Necessary In Street Photography?
In photography, monochrome cameras stand out for their unique ability to capture images in shades of black and white, delivering striking contrast and depth. While many photographers opt for traditional colour cameras, the benefits of monochrome cameras cannot be overlooked.
The Definitive Guide: Motion in Your Street Photography
Adding motion in photography introduces dynamic and psychological layers that deepen viewer engagement and reflection. This is especially relevant in street photography, with its diverse styles and subjects.
Is Every Street Photo We Take a Self-Portrait?
Do you take self-portraits? I think we all do. I know we all do. From a certain point of view, we all do. At least, I think we do, don’t we?
Returning to the Scene: Roppongi MidTown
Revisiting a location can yield impressive outcomes, exemplified by this image of a woman hurrying past an LED billboard in Tokyo Midtown.
Capturing Shibuya’s Motion: Jeff Austin's Street Photography
The Tokyo constant is motion. I have yet to practice street photography in New York, but I assume she is no different. I take advantage of motion every chance I get. Not for trend but for sincerity. It’s how I feel in the city; I am just like this girl, an observer, not a participant.
Mastering Scene Contrast: Tokyo's Street Photography Secrets
Scene contrast refers to all the contrast within a single frame. Some is obvious, like highlight versus shadow or complementary colours. Others are more complex, involving ideas like stationary versus moving subjects or the visual weight of elements. The goal is not to promote one style but to be aware of multiple concepts so you can create the contrast each image needs.
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