My first try at Street Photography

[Rshuler]

Like the title says this is my first random street photography picture. I am curious as to some opinions on , Content, Exposure, Focus, DOF, or any other critiques that could apply..



Camera Nikon D50
Exposure 0.003 sec (1/320)
Aperture f/5.6
Focal Length 200 mm
Focal Length 201.6 mm
Exposure Bias 0 EV
Flash No Flash

[daddyoproductions]

It's too dark, and I'm not sure the tree is helping things...looks like a nice painting though, and I like her expression.

~C

[MrJones]

you took a photo in B&W but there is no black nor white in that photo.. just gray.
I hope you don't mind but I've edited your photo a little adding contrast and a little brightness.

[wal]

I'll try to comment on the composition.. Honestly, i' like it better at a different angle.. maybe more showing her face in front..?, The tree is a bit distracting with the arm on the right.... If you wanted to show her work, i'd (suggest) go nearer and focus on the canvas with part of her arm in frame.
Well, that's my idea anyway.

[Rshuler]

Mr. Jones , I do not mind the liberties you took! I feel I can learn more by examples than just word of mouth..



Thanks to everyone else as well. ..

[Exiztence]

Well this is the critique section, i'm going to give you some tips.
Although doing streetphotography with a 200mm can work and is effective in some circumstances, it's better to get a lens with a short focal distance (like 35mm on a crop-sensor).
That way you really can make more dramatic photos with a natural point of view, allowing the viewers to feel like they are there, on the spot where you photographed from, close to the story.

The feeling I get from this photo is a bit uncomfortable. It feels like I'm spying on someone and the narrow field of view, the tree and the arm don't help either.
Just get up front past the tree and take a picture over her shoulder, also adding more of the surrounding in the picture.
You can also go for the painter herself and shoot from a different angle. Be sure to ask her if you can photograph her while she is busy. If you have permission, wait a little and let her paint on and forget you're there and then take the shot.
Also look in the background for some special things that can add to the shot.

It can be a bit scary at first getting so close to your victims, but you can also look at it from another point of view. Some people looking at you will ask themselves "What is that guy doing there with that big-ass camera (/lens) and why is he acting so suspicious!"

If you're on the street with a little 35mm prime lens, people won't give you a second look and with such a wide field of view you can even photograph people without them knowing they're in the picture. They'll think you're photograping something behind them.

Anyway I hope this will help you in becoming a streetphotography addict. Just keep looking for those golden special split-second moments

Greetings!