I’ve been taking fewer photos lately. Still getting the same amount of keepers though. More selective. I think it comes from realizing what I like to photograph and what not. Finally.
My Favorite Street Photographer…
on Instagram is Richard Sandler. He documents New York in a different way. Turns the chaos in bite size chunks. His photos are riveting.
Sloppy Or Nah
Sloppy like Joel Meyorwitz or compositional perfection like Alex Webb?
Late Start
I didn’t start taking street photography seriously until I was 37. Oh well, better late then never.
Social media validation…
hinders your growth. Likes from strangers influences you to shot for them, not for you.
Sea Lions Last Breath
My goal is to feel something. I ran across this sea lion the other day. All along the California coast, Sea Lions have been poisoned by domoic acid in the water. I watched this animal struggle for a few minutes and then I was on my way. By the time I got to the pier, I looked out and saw the lifeless body laying on the sand. Surely died a few minutes after I left. The next day, yellow tape was placed in the area of the fallen sea lion. I’d rather feel sadness then nothing at all.
Layered Photos
Look cool but kinda lack the spontaneity. Feels a bit staged to me.
A Leica…
is the most fun but watch out for the gear lust. Too many options.
Consent
You just missed a good shot.
Diving Into Film Again
Developed my first roll in a few years. Ilford HP5+ pushed to 800 using Ilfotec HC. Ended up with five keepers. Messed up the emulsion on about half the roll. Not sure what I did. Hopefully I’ll do better in the future but I’m not mad about it. Five keepers is good enough for me. I prefer the film aesthetic to my Q2M photos when comparing them side by side. Both have similar tones but the film just has that vibe all the nerds talk about.
Chris Athanasiadis 