Street photography tip: Try a new city

Tuesday 30 July 2024, 20:10 by Michiel Heijmans | 2,116 views | 0 comments

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If you visit a new city for the first time, it can be overwhelming. Paris is that kind of city for me. Huge. When I arrive at Gare du Nord, I already have no idea where to go.

Paris - f/2.0, 1/2.000s, 160 ISO @ 35mm
There are two sensible options: join a workshop or tag along with someone. The workshop naturally depends on what is available, but in many large cities you can find photography workshops that take you to the most beautiful and interesting places in the city.

During my workshop in Paris, the teacher had divided the city into bite-sized chunks. Lovely.

The second option is to tag along with someone else. In many cities, you can go on a walk with a guide. The guide will show you all the beautiful places, and of course you will remember the ones you want to return to.

Photograph the street signs with your phone and walk back later. If you happen to know someone in the city, it is even easier. Make sure you explain clearly what kind of places you are looking for, such as lots of people, a market or tall buildings.

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