More strangers (Part 1 of 2)

[DReali]

Some new pics from my recent trip to Vienna, let me know what you think. (I will be moving there in January, I love the city AND I've been offered a job as a photographer for an international newspaper there! Hurrah!!!)



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(A holocaust survivor. I spoke to him after taking this shot as I was intrigued by the patch on his coat. A truly fascinating and wise character.)


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Can you believe it? I actually got a couple smiles/smirks!
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[DScience]

Did you ask them if you could take their photo? just curious...


Some of them are really good, thanks for sharing!

 

[DReali]

Did you ask them if you could take their photo? just curious...


Some of them are really good, thanks for sharing!

Thanks DScience, this may sound arrogant but I never ask. Asking people if you can take their picture usually results in strange smiles, poses, and the aswer "No". If anyone has a problem with it I always offer to send them a print or digital copy, if that doesnt suffice I offer to erase the picture....it seems to work. Shoot first, ask questions later!

 

[DScience]

Good idea! I like the thought of offering them a print or digital copy. However I have gotten some good responses from asking people. All of the ones i've taken I asked first, but I like the idea of the spontaneity of your methods. :thumbup:

 

[Brian L]

How can a photo be candid if you ask....LOL! Shoot and ask later if you intend to use for commercial use.

 

[gian133]

I just saw part 2 so i went looking for part 1(not far away lol)

i love all these. 1 is awsome. those glasses are great. and its cool to meet people and hear the interesting stories.

awsome

 

[Mitch1640]

i think they are great shots, im not a fan of the way you processed them though.

 

[WimFoto]

nice photographs.
but more importantly; congrats on your job at the paper!

 

[DScience]

How can a photo be candid if you ask....LOL! Shoot and ask later if you intend to use for commercial use.

Who said anything about candid?

Street photography doesn't always imply candid.

 

[Sirene]

They are just amazing, Wow !!

 

[Brian L]

Who ask if there photo could be taken?

How can a photo be candid if you ask....LOL! Shoot and ask later if you intend to use for commercial use.

Who said anything about candid?

Street photography doesn't always imply candid.

 

[mooode]

very nice

 

[Sachphotography]

Good shots. What are you shooting with. The contrast is great.
I agree shoot first then ask.
I like the complete look of the series.

 

[Maajkel]

Great pictures!! I really love them.
I tried taking pictures of strangers in the street for the first time last week. I really felt awkward :blushing:
I guess it's something to get used to.

Good luck with the new job!!

 

[DReali]

I just saw part 2 so i went looking for part 1(not far away lol)

i love all these. 1 is awsome. those glasses are great. and its cool to meet people and hear the interesting stories.

awsome

Thanks gian133

i think they are great shots, im not a fan of the way you processed them though.

Thanks Mitch1640, could you be a more specific?

nice photographs.
but more importantly; congrats on your job at the paper!

They are just amazing, Wow !!

very nice

Thanks everyone!

Good shots. What are you shooting with. The contrast is great.
I agree shoot first then ask.
I like the complete look of the series.

Thanks Sachphotography, I use a canon 50d and 50mm 1.4 prime(predominantley) and natural light.

Great pictures!! I really love them.
I tried taking pictures of strangers in the street for the first time last week. I really felt awkward :blushing:
I guess it's something to get used to.

Good luck with the new job!!

Thanks Maajkel, maybe it does take getting used to for some but i fell in love with it right away...i did feel awkward/strange/intrussive but it was fun.