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Slow Shutter Street Photography in Omiya
Shooting F16 on a Leica Monochrom in Uneo Market
28mm Lens Street Photography in Tokyo’s Jimbocho District
A 28 mm Leica Monochrome Tokyo Photo Walk
Tokyo Street Photography Hot Spot: Ikebukuro
Ikebukuro hits different
How to Trust Your Creative Instincts on the Streets
Learn to Trust Your Creative Instinct
1:1 Aspect Ratio Is Best For Street Photography?
I often use the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Nikon Z9, both with a 24 x 36 mm (3:2) aspect ratio—ideal for landscapes and portraits, and familiar in formats such as TVs, theatres, screens, and prints. Since 3:2 is common, why pick 1:1?
Rediscover Street Photography in Shibuya
Twenty years and three kids later, I lost the confident innocence once captured in Shibuya. I love all photography, especially street, practicing it daily—even without a camera. Complacency can sneak in, inspiring the name Tokyo Forgeries—a daily call to stay original.
Tokyo Changes, Shoot It Before You Lose It.
Tokyo Changes
Cities constantly change. Tokyo, one of the largest and most vibrant cities, undergoes rapid and unpredictable transformations. A favourite shooting spot may disappear, then reappear later.
28mm Is The Best Focal Length For Street Photography!
Is 28mm the best focal length for street photography? Many say yes, and I often agree. But sometimes not. It’s tricky—neither wide-angle nor standard like 35mm or 50mm. This balance makes it popular: wide enough to capture scenes without distortion, yet distinct from typical lenses.
Capturing Eye Contact: Facing Fear in Shibuya
Eye contact is paramount. It resonates with everyone; it doesn’t matter if you enjoy street photography or any other type of photography—we all grasp the impact of eye contact. Why is it so hard to capture it? For me, it is fear.
Fear of the unknown, to be more specific. How will they react to having their picture taken? When I show them, how will they respond to my rendering? All these thoughts, along with the calculations, mathematical and creative to take photographs, plow through my mind instantly—the click of the shutter button is merely the result of all that grey matter processing. If the math is correct, the sum will be a good image.
What Is the Best Focal Length for Street Photography?
What is the best focal length? 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, wider, or longer? The answer: the one you carry and know well, fitting your vision.
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.