Tag Archives: street

Color in the streets

Posted on August 9, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

I don’t know about you, but whenever I think of “street photography”, I think in black and white. But during a very brief walk to my car one morning this week, I was struck by the colors: bright, subdued, warm, … Continue reading →

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Black and white street photography by Hugo Fernandes

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

Keeping with today’s theme of black and white street photography, I thought I’d share this article from TheDPhoto.com, featuring Hugo Fernandes’ impressive photos. This link will take you to the article and his images. Enjoy.

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Photoessay: New York street cinematics

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

I’ve been following photographer Ming Thein for a while, and admire his city photography. Thought you’d enjoy his latest street candids. Ed

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The color of the night

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

“I often think that the night is more alive and more richly colored than the day.”                            Vincent Van Gogh   I have to agree with Vincent. Sony NEX 6, using the Handheld Twilight mode, which takes six photos in a … Continue reading →

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Weekend inspiration: The Vivian Maier Documentary

Posted on February 16, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

By now, most photogs have heard of Vivian Maier. She’s the woman whose surprising street photography was discovered in 2007, and whom Rey wrote about in 2011 here. It’s worth a quick side trip to that post for some background, … Continue reading →

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A little advice from Mark Twain…

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Ed Spadoni

“Learn to ride a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live.” Mark Twain Nikon D90, Nikon 18-200 lens, f/5.3, 1/100s, ISO 320.  Cropped and saturated in Picasa.

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Weekend inspiration: The DigitalRev Cheap Camera Challenge

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Ed Spadoni

Rey has long been a fan of Kai Wong and his website DigitalRev.com. Kai is best known for his informative and entertaining video reviews of the latest gear, but he also has a series known as the Cheap Camera Challenge. … Continue reading →

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Lather, rinse, REPEAT

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Ed Spadoni

Those instructions can be found on just about every bottle of shampoo on the shelf, and I always thought the “repeat” part of the instructions was just to get us to buy more shampoo. So I don’t repeat. But when … Continue reading →

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Family time

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Ed Spadoni

Waiting for a bus, or waiting for a new day, some of us look ahead, some look back.

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Weekend inspiration from Scott Strazzante

Posted on June 9, 2012 by Ed Spadoni

A few days ago, I came upon the work of photojournalist Scott Strazzante of the Chicago Tribune, which I thought I’d share with you, perhaps to enjoy with your morning coffee. Scott hosts a photography blog within the Tribune’s website … Continue reading →

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Daily Photo Phix: No fare

Posted on June 3, 2012 by Ed Spadoni

Last night, my flight had just returned me to Boston’s Logan Airport and I was waiting for my ride home. Across from me, this driver was idling his engine, waiting for his fare to come in. He checked his cell … Continue reading →

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Readers respond: Street photography

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Ed Spadoni

Since we began this blog, we’ve written many posts on or about street photography.  Just enter “street photography” into the search box on the right side of this page and you’ll see what I mean.  And it’s been a popular … Continue reading →

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Street Photography – another approach

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Ed Spadoni

Last month I echoed the question first posed by Popular Photography: “How do you photograph strangers in the street”?  In that post, I shared an article from the magazine that featured two photographers whose street shooting style was pretty much … Continue reading →

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How Do You Photograph Strangers on the Street?

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Ed Spadoni

PopPhoto.com asked that question in an article on their site just recently, and it got me to thinking… how do I photograph strangers on the street? The PopPhoto article includes two videos taken of street photographers who both share a … Continue reading →

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A Street photographer discovery for your Saturday morning coffee

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Ed Spadoni

I just came upon this while having my Saturday AM java fix.  By now you’ve most likely heard of the discovery of Vivian Maier, a nanny who also had a passion and talent for street photography, and whose work wasn’t … Continue reading →

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Boston street scene: “Eat, Pray, Love”, my way

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Ed Spadoni

During our photo walk through Boston last weekend, I spotted these colorful windows and waited for a passerby.  In reading the signs in the windows, I  couldn’t help but think of the book and film “Eat, Pray, Love”. These three … Continue reading →

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2 Guys Walking: Boston, Ed Style

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Ed Spadoni

OK, so yesterday Rey shared his perspective and pics on our early Saturday morning when the rest of the world was sleeping sub-zero photo walk through Boston.  In case you missed it, you can read it here. He told you … Continue reading →

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2 Guys Walking: Boston, Rey Style

Posted on March 27, 2011 by 2guysphoto

2 Guys Photo is both convergence and divergence, a collaboration marked by commonalities and differences. Ed and I share a good bit of genetic matter, roughly similar world views and outlooks… and a relentless fondness for the craft and artistry … Continue reading →

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