Thoughts – Page 24 – Chris Athanasiadis

Just Walk Away Man

Confrontation seems to be a popular topic in regards to street photography. It will likely happen to you. If it doesn’t, you better shoot more. I was confronted a lot early on, but it was mostly my fault. Be an actor on the streets. Walk around with a smile, be a goofy tourist. Don’t shootContinue reading “Just Walk Away Man”

Street Photographers Are Problematic

Strolling through short form content like Reels, Shorts and Tik Toks you’ve most definitely seen people recording individuals doing goofy things, pranking and creating drama for likes. Carrying a camera used to be cool, seen with prestige. Now people look at photographers with suspicious eyes. Who wants a video of themselves at their worst momentContinue reading “Street Photographers Are Problematic”

Shooting Street Photography In Color or Black and White?

This is the question, something I’ve struggled with. I recently purchased a Leica M8 to shoot in color. My only camera at the time was a Q2 Monochrom. Come to find out, the M8 is a wonderful black and white camera. The photos in the post all have some things in common. A 28mm focalContinue reading “Shooting Street Photography In Color or Black and White?”