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Chasing Light, Moments and People In Akihabara
Chasing light and people in Akihabara
Akabane is a Must-Visit Spot for Tokyo Street Photography
Akabane, Tokyo’s northern transport hub, has mostly missed Japan’s tourism boom. Modern buildings slowly replace old ones, keeping a timeless local feel.
A Love Affair With The Charming and Enigmatic Kanda
In a large city like Tokyo, street photographers often find special places to return to, and for many, that place is Kanda. Though it has few restaurants and is largely unremarkable for tourists, this very quality makes it ideal for street photography. The alleys are filled with salarymen navigating a labyrinthine area that feels forgotten by time.
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.
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.
Exploring Eye Contact in Tokyo Street Photography
Eye contact makes an image stand out. Some of the most outstanding shots in fashion, sports, portrait, and journalism are centred on eye contact, and street photography is no different. Whose eyes connect with who is often overlooked.
Exploring Tokyo's Street Photography Collections: Texture
Creating image collections like textures is a way to sharpen skills. Cities are full of textures, including Tokyo. Textures can be literal, such as grime on bricks or an abandoned bicycle. I see textures as history—a layer behind the beauty of a neighborhood.
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.
One Month Off, Any Keepers?
I went into the day with low expectations and a plan. It was sunny and I planned to photograph commuters shadows near Kawaguchi station. The large pedestrian causeway and high foot traffic in the area provided ample opportunities for success.
Color Reflections 2
Kawaguchi city has a number of working phone booths. Their large glass exterior makes for a perfect canvas. A reflection of both the character and characters of the city. This was the main goal of the day, aside from a couple of spots I check on each visit. The plan was to shoot primarily in color, though some black and white does make an appearance.
Reflections in Color
Kawaguchi city has a number of large nostalgic-looking phone booths. The glass booths allow me to shoot through as well as what’s reflected in it. Combing the two realities in one image can be difficult. A great deal of patience is required.
No Time? Lunch Shoot!
