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Look beyond the obvious

Street photography is challenging on many levels. There are ethics to consider as well as light, safety on busy streets and gear. One thing that I encourage photographers to do is to shoot beyond the obvious. That beautiful scene in front of you may turn into something more interesting if you look around the corner.

The Evolution of the Shot

I found an amazing patch of light in the busy Old Quarter of Hanoi.

Image 1

I discovered how the light was working the corner. The image is not interesting on its own but I got a feel for how the light was working

Image 2

Motion, intention and decent composition here. On a lot of days this image is a keeper but I still didn’t feel the light was working perfectly with the subject…but notice the broom on the right side of the image.

Image 3

Moving away from the color and motion that is so apparent in the Old Quarter to a more simple still-life shot. Used B&W to bring out the starkness and contrast a bit more.

Jim Kerns is a landscape and street photographer who has spent the past year on the road, primarily in Vietnam.