Questions tagged [street-photography]

Street photography is a type of documentary photography that features subjects in candid situations within public places such as streets, parks, beaches, malls, political conventions and other settings.

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How to best explain that you are taking pictures in a space for practice reasons?

Often, the honest answer to "what are you taking pictures of and why", when taking them in a public space (not: In a space where it is unambigously inappropriate!), would be "I am practicing and/or testing". Nowadays, with everyone having fully…
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How can I get candid street photographs without causing a reaction — or approaching people for permission?

I'm interested in street photography but always had the fear of how people may react when I'm taking candid pictures. Because, I have seen people snatch away cameras and create a big drama on the street. It seems that other photographers get…
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Need Practical Public Photography Guides?

I'm looking for a general guide for public photography. Is there a set of regulations that applies to various kinds of locations? Any recommendations on where to go first to begin obtaining licenses in other countries?
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