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100 Things I Have Learned About Photography

by Eric Kim

1. Just because someone has an expensive camera doesn’t mean that they’re a good photographer.
2. Always shoot in RAW. Always.
3. Prime lenses help you learn to be a better photographer.
4. Photo editing is an art in itself
5. The rule of thirds works 99% of the time.
6. Macro photography isn’t for everybody.
7. UV filters work just as well as lens caps.
8. Go outside and shoot photos rather than spending hours a day on photography forums.
9. Capture the beauty in the mundane and you have a winning photograph.
10. Film isn’t better than digital.
11. Digital isn’t better than film.
12. There is no “magic” camera or lens.
13. Better lenses don’t give you better photos.
14. Spend less time looking at other people’s work and more time shooting your own.
15. Don’t take your DSLR to parties.
16. Being a photographer is sexy.
17. Making your photos b/w doesn’t automatically make them “artsy”
18. People will always discredit your work if you tell them you “photoshop” your images. Rather, tell them that you process them in the “digital darkroom”.
19. You don’t need to take a photo of everything.
20. Have at least 2 backups of all your images. Like they say in war, two is one, one is none.
21. Ditch the neck strap and get a handstrap.
22. Get closer when taking your photos, they often turn out better.
23. Be a part of a scene while taking a photo; not a voyeur.
24. Taking a photo crouched often make your photos look more interesting.
25. Worry less about technical aspects and focus more on compositional aspects of photography.
26. Tape up any logos on your camera with black gaffers tape- it brings a lot less attention to you.
27. Always underexpose by 2/3rds of a stop when shooting in broad daylight.
28. The more photos you take, the better you get.
29. Don’t be afraid to take several photos of the same scene at different exposures, angles, or apertures.
30. Only show your best photos.
31. A point-and-shoot is still a camera.
32. Join an online photography forum.
33. Critique the works of others.
34. Think before you shoot.
35. A good photo shouldn’t require explanation (although background information often adds to an image). *
36. Alcohol and photography do not mix well.
37. Draw inspiration from other photographers but never worship them.
38. Grain is beautiful.
39. Ditch the photo backpack and get a messenger bag. It makes getting your lenses and camera a whole lot easier.
40. Simplicity is key.
41. The definition of photography is: “painting with light.” Use light in your favor.
42. Find your style of photography and stick with it.
43. Having a second monitor is the best thing ever for photo processing.
44. Silver EFEX pro is the best b/w converter.
45. Carry your camera with you everywhere. Everywhere.
46. Never let photography get in the way of enjoying life.
47. Don’t pamper your camera. Use and abuse it.
48. Take straight photos.
49. Shoot with confidence.
50. Photography and juxtaposition are best friends.
51. Print out your photos big. They will make you happy.
52. Give your photos to friends.
53. Give them to strangers.
54. Don’t forget to frame them.
55. Costco prints are cheap and look great.
56. Go out and take photos with (a) friend(s).
57. Join a photo club or start one for yourself.
58. Photos make great presents.
59. Taking photos of strangers is thrilling.
60. Candid>Posed.
61. Natural light is the best light.
62. 35mm (on full frame) is the best “walk-around” focal length.
63. Don’t be afraid to bump up your ISO when necessary.
64. You don’t need to always bring a tripod with you everywhere you go (hell, I don’t even own one).
65. It is always better to underexpose than overexpose.
66. Shooting photos of homeless people in an attempt to be “artsy” is exploitation.
67. You will find the best photo opportunities in the least likely situations.
68. Photos are always more interesting with the human element included.
69. You can’t “photoshop” bad images into good ones.
70. Nowadays everybody is a photographer.
71. You don’t need to fly to Paris to get good photos; the best photo opportunities are in your backyard.
72. People with DSLRS who shoot portraits with their grip pointed downwards look like morons.
73. Cameras as tools, not toys.
74. In terms of composition, photography and painting aren’t much different.
75. Photography isn’t a hobby- it’s a lifestyle.
76. Make photos, not excuses.
77. Be original in your photography. Don’t try to copy the style of others.
78. The best photographs tell stories that begs the viewer for more.
79. Any cameras but black ones draw too much attention.
80. The more gear you carry around with you the less you will enjoy photography.
81. Good self-portraits are harder to take than they seem.
82. Laughter always draws out peoples’ true character in a photograph.
83. Don’t look suspicious when taking photos- blend in with the environment.
84. Landscape photography can become dull after a while.
85. Have fun while taking photos.
86. Never delete any of your photos.
87. Be respectful when taking photos of people or places.
88. When taking candid photos of people in the street, it is easier to use a wide-angle than a telephoto lens.
89. Travel and photography are the perfect pair.
90. Learn how to read a histogram.
91. A noisy photo is better than a blurry one.
92. Don’t be afraid to take photos in the rain.
93. Learn how to enjoy the moment, rather than relentlessly trying to capture the perfect picture of it.
94. Never take photos on an empty stomach.
95. You will discover a lot about yourself through your photography.
96. Never hoard your photographic insight- share it with the world.
97. Never stop taking photos
98. Photography is more than simply taking photos, it is a philosophy of life
99. Capture the decisive moment
100. Write your own list.

http://erickimphotography.com/blog/2010/06/100-things-i-have-learned-about-photography/

101 Things I Have Learned about Street Photography

by Eric Kim

1. Don’t worry about the camera so much, just take the damn photo.
2. Ditch the zoom lens and screw on some primes
3. Carry your camera gear in a messenger bag (it makes your camera & lenses easier to access).
4. Go for the candid look.
5. Go for the shock factor.
6. Smile often.
7. When shooting from the hip, your first 1000 shots will be terrible.
8. Don’t make eye contact with your subjects when trying to be discrete.
9. Imagine that the world is your stage and people are your actors.
10. Feel free to ask people to take their portraits.
11. Try to refrain from taking photos of the homeless (as most shots can be considered as merely exploitation).
12. Crouch when taking your shots, it often makes for more interesting photos.
13. Get close. Now take two steps closer.
14. Shoot with an all-black camera with your logos taped up with black tape (to make your camera look more discrete).
15. Go explore—serendipity is key.
16. The less planning, the better.
17. Ideal exposure for a bright sunny day: f/16, ISO 400, 320th/second.
18. Pretend like you’re taking a photo of something else.
19. Be respectful.
20. Change your lenses to re-inspire.

21. Follow your own style, not trends.
22. Don’t worry about the fear of shooting in public. It will go away over time.
23. In my 4 years of street photography, I have only had two people to ask me not to take a photo of them. (Your experiences will most-likely be similar)
24. Most people like getting their photo taken.
25. If a policeman asks you to delete a photo, tell him that you know your rights and refuse to do so. (edit 9-29-10)
26. There are no rules in street photography.
27. Always bring your camera with you everywhere you go. EVERYWHERE.
28. Don’t take photos, tell stories.
29. Limit the number of street photographs you see from the internet. The more you see, the less you will value your own.
30. You will be called by others as “weird” for your street photography. Ignore them.
31. Look for the beauty in the mundane.
32. Take photos that make people laugh.
33. Street photography is best experienced alone.
34. Constantly experiment and innovate.
35. Street photography doesn’t always have to be in black and white (although sometimes it does look better).
36. Grain is beautiful.
37. Hold your camera with your hand, not your neck.
38. Don’t be afraid of offending people. Most likely you won’t.
39. “The night is often more vivid than the day” – Van Gogh
40. Some of the meanest looking people can be the nicest.

41. Don’t make excuses. Make photos.
42. Never delete any of your photos. Some of the technically-off images make the best street photos (think blurry, grainy, or dark images).
43. Always keep your eyes open for the “Decisive Moment”.
44. If you think your photos are boring, they most likely are.
45. Street photography summed up in one sentence: “I could have taken that photo but I didn’t”
46. The quieter your camera, the better.
47. Don’t be sneaky.
48. Wide Angle > Telephoto for street photography
49. Everybody in the streets has a story to tell.
50. Street photography is not just about the photos, but the experiences.
51. You don’t need to be in Paris to take great street photographs. Your backyard is equally as good.
52. See life through the eyes of your subjects.
53. A well-cropped image can often tell a better story.
54. Juxtapose.
55. Look for the light.
56. Go off the beaten path.
57. Have the mind of a child and wander. This is how you will find your best photographs.
58. Only show your best photographs. This will strengthen your images.
59. If someone says that you are “really lucky,” slap them.
60. The more photos you take, the better.

61. Your subjects are people, not prey.
62. Spread the love of street photography with your friends and family.
63. Less is more.
64. Get meaningful critique of your street photography from an online community. It will help you tremendously.
65. Street photographs are subjective.
66. Look at what other people aren’t looking at.
67. Do not stress over amazing shots that you may have missed. Simply more on and strive to take a better shot.
68. Create a series or a theme for your street photographs. They will help create a style for you.
69. See with your eyes, not your camera.
70. There is no such thing as the “perfect photo”.
71. Timing is key.
72. You don’t have to take a photo of everything. Don’t feel guilty for just enjoying the moment.
73. If you are a beginner, don’t worry about the settings too much. Just toss your camera on auto mode and go shooting.
74. Don’t look for photo opportunities. Have them find you.
75. Children cannot see your camera.
76. If you ask to take a portrait of a stranger on the street, ask them for their email so you can send them their image. (they will love it).
77. Don’t forget to look up and down.
78. No subject is too ordinary to shoot.
79. Always carry a spare battery and memory card on hand. This has saved my ass half a million times.

80. Don’t be afraid to push your ISO higher.
81. Learn how to shoot without using the viewfinder and make it a second-instinct. Thus also…
82. Practice shooting from the hip.
83. You will never encounter the same shot twice. Now swallow that fact and digest it.
84. Street photography is a lot like swimming. You have to do it to truly learn it.
85. Draw inspiration from other photographs, don’t steal them.
86. Street photography is a lot like fishing. Sometimes you catch a whole bunch, sometimes you catch none.
87. Getting one or two keeps from an entire day of shooting is a good number.
88. If someone asks you to delete a photo of them, just do it. It isn’t worth the trouble.
89. Be smart: ie don’t go shooting in the hood by yourself at night with hundred dollars worth of camera gear.
90. Some street photographs just look better in color. Don’t overlook this.
91. There are always photo opportunities regardless of where you are.
92. Less is more.
93. A street photograph is worth an essay.
94. Public transportation is a gold mine for street photography. Learn how to use it.
95. Always keep at least two backups of all your images. Technology is unreliable.
96. Keep a journal of your shooting experiences. Track your thoughts and development as a street photographer.
97. Get lost in your photography and lose track of time.
98. Think before you shoot.
99. Have fun.
100. Live life.
101. Just do it.

http://erickimphotography.com/blog/2010/09/101-things-i-have-learned-about-street-photography/

102 Things I Have Learned About Street Photography

by Eric Kim

25 Ways How to be a Bad Street Photographer

by Eric Kim

1. Never carry your camera with you
2. Be “too lazy” to go out and take photos
3. Only keep your batteries charged half-way before you go out and shoot
4. Take photos of your subjects a mile away
5. Make excuses that “your camera is not good enough” for street photography
6. Be afraid of taking photos of people in public
7. Try to imitate the styles of other street photographers, instead of nurturing your own
8. Spend more time on internet forums than on the streets
9. Never share your photos with anybody else
10. Miss “The Decisive Moment“
11. Always follow tourists when looking for photo opportunities
12. Stop taking photos in a public space when confronted by police
13. Only take photos during the day
14. Never experiment with your shots
15. Be unwilling to accept constructive criticism of your photos
16. Don’t backup your photos
17. Be suspicious in public
18. Look at your LCD more than you look at the street
19. Stick out like a sore thumb
20. Shoot before you think
21. Only take photos of peoples’ backs
22. Walk around in public with a massive telephoto lens
23. Never travel to new places to take photos
24. Run away from your subjects after taking photos of them
25. Only capture extraordinary subjects/scenes, not the mundane

     

http://erickimphotography.com/blog/2010/10/25-ways-how-to-be-a-bad-street-photographer/