How To Take Photos Like Bruce Davidson

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The Mexico City Subway is nothing like how the New York City Subway was in the 1980s, but as a tourist living in Mexico City, I do feel a bit misplaced and on guard - same as what Bruce Davidson felt when he documented the NYC Subway.
If you have a recommendation for which photo book I should base my next photo walk on, just comment below! And I must say, this is not the last time I’m doing my street photography in the Mexico Metro Station.
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This video is a part of my "how to take photos like" series, where we study the great photographers of our time.
I'd love to do more documentary photography in the future!
I hope you enjoyed my "How To Take Photos Like Bruce Davidson" in the Mexico City Subway.

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  • @ondrapilat7956
    @ondrapilat79564 жыл бұрын

    I am just speechless, so many good pictures...

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Ondra!

  • @TheNewTravel
    @TheNewTravel4 жыл бұрын

    Respect for this one Fred!! Most people don't even make eye contact with strangers on the subway. Here you are making a whole video hahaha. That takes courage, and the photos were well worth it!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Dan! I appreciate it :)! It was a fun video to make and what a place to take photos!

  • @Ana-mp6gn

    @Ana-mp6gn

    4 жыл бұрын

    Maybe in other subways... in Mexico City's metro, people DO make eye contact (and sadly other types of contact as well).

  • @Caracalaba
    @Caracalaba3 жыл бұрын

    The narration of the book while you were taking your photos is a great idea!

  • @erdnussfresser
    @erdnussfresser4 жыл бұрын

    The quality of this video is so high! I love the voice-over, the story telling, the photos and the connection with your subjects. I follow many photographers in social media, but you're definitely the most inspiring one! Keep up the great work :)

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much dude! So nice to hear! I’m on my way out to make another video now!

  • @jasmymakemeyen666

    @jasmymakemeyen666

    4 жыл бұрын

    Frederik Trovatten u captured some amazing pics. Aperture, shutter priority or manual settings? And what r those settings and what lens?

  • @aribetterlari
    @aribetterlari3 жыл бұрын

    It's insane how Fred preped for this. Maybe this can be a preface for a photobook in the future Fred

  • @ChimaChindaDev
    @ChimaChindaDev4 жыл бұрын

    I have no words man. This is spectacular.

  • @FTrovatten
    @FTrovatten4 жыл бұрын

    Watch next episode of this series kzread.info/head/PLQAJ8pSCXDc6eeFnrjnBnvXyPYNNUQzph. Also a big THANK YOU to everyone who has become a member of my channel: geni.us/trovatten. We might only be 5 members now, but it helps me create videos like this :)!

  • @ogilvy85

    @ogilvy85

    4 жыл бұрын

    Dude seriously, come to India! It's thrilling, exhilarating, alive and full of missed shots 😂. You'll have the time of your life! I'm not kidding! I am from India and it's all that for me, despite being a native! Please, please come here. There are TONS of great street photographers here who would LOVE to meet you

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Would love to take a trip to India some time! Anywhere I can get a culture shock, I'm up!

  • @ogilvy85

    @ogilvy85

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@FTrovatten yes and after that, some really comfortable Indian hospitality

  • @JaynieWheelz
    @JaynieWheelz4 жыл бұрын

    Wow, I just loved every photograph, you are a legend.

  • @RodrigoVazquez91
    @RodrigoVazquez913 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video, I'm a Mexico City citizen, and let me tell you something, it's actually impressive how they let you take pictures inside the subway. Police guards from the subway here in Mexico City can be really aggressive if they see you holding a camera, or a camcorder. I remember this one time I was in the subway, I was testing a 50mm lens I had bought for my DSLR, I wasn't even taking pictures, I was just mounting the lens to my DSLR body, in a matter of seconds a police guard noticed me holding the camera, all of a sudden there were 2 of them, they told me that any kind of photography was forbidden inside the subway, and they asked me to delete every picture I had taken, I told them I wasn't taking pictures, my camera didn't even have an SD card inside. They let me go at the end, but it clearly seemed they were actually annoyed.

  • @sonaallahverdiyeva7029
    @sonaallahverdiyeva70294 жыл бұрын

    This was such a beautifully made video, Frederik! Thank you for putting so much work into it.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Sona! Glad you liked it!

  • @cris.cooper
    @cris.cooper4 жыл бұрын

    Man your photos are stunning! I really feel the mood of the México city’s sub. Thanks for capturing that moments forever

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that! Glad you liked it!

  • @creatavet
    @creatavet2 жыл бұрын

    So beautiful to capture people as they are in every day life. You did an amazing job.

  • @jonstivers
    @jonstivers3 жыл бұрын

    You have a knack for keepin' it real. Don't stop!

  • @mfflawed6048
    @mfflawed60482 жыл бұрын

    I was looking for a video of people taking photos in the subway so that I had the courage to do so. When I saw your video taking pictures in some of the stations I pass by everyday to go to school I knew I could do it. Thx for inspiring

  • @shimmeringreflection
    @shimmeringreflection3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing photos. Some of their expressions convey a vast depth of emotion which, I in turn, read into and gain an understanding of their thoughts and, in some cases, their lives

  • @snapsnapspencer2248
    @snapsnapspencer2248 Жыл бұрын

    Well I am way late to this party as you did this video over 2 years ago but I love this and the connection you have with the people in the subway through the shots. I have always loved how people are sort of suspended and put on pause when they rush onto the train.... wait still and almost motionless and then burst into action again as the doors open and they race off. You seem to have captured them so well in that suspended moment. I do not know Bruce Davidson's work and will be investigating more. Thank you for doing this video and the others in the 'Take Photos Like' series. I am loving the inspiration I am getting from them.

  • @A-RA-N
    @A-RA-N3 жыл бұрын

    the main love what we do, here the true photography you are gifted, it feels.

  • @geoffkeogh5848
    @geoffkeogh58484 жыл бұрын

    This is wonderful Frederik. Forget about incorporating flash. Your video shows that the best 'equipment' for street photography is openness and empathy. I'm not sure how much they can be learnt but the take-away for me is to embrace the interactions rather than fearing them (easier said than done). You can't capture what you don't love!

  • @mickhursey4201
    @mickhursey42014 жыл бұрын

    I had fallen out of love with photography for many different reasons. Then completely accidentally, I stumbled across a video of you being interviewed - not sure how, as I was looking at New Orleans Jazz music videos at the time - anyhow, there is something about your unassuming approach that had me hooked and this, only the second of your videos I have watched, has been equally rewarding. Thanks for renewing my interest, I might even get my cameras out again.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    This is so cool to hear! Thanks a lot Mick! And welcome to the channel!

  • @dawidk3636
    @dawidk36362 жыл бұрын

    Shit man... "Subway" is my fav series ever and I have that book on my shelf and I come back to it from time to time. Mad respect for following Bruce's work ethic, that's amazing what you did. Thank you for keeping up with the spirit

  • @GregSamborski
    @GregSamborski3 жыл бұрын

    Wow this was superb... and ballzy. I love the authenticity.

  • @tristanlope93
    @tristanlope934 жыл бұрын

    I love this. I love the poetic narration. Great job Sir.

  • @youtube1sm
    @youtube1sm4 жыл бұрын

    I like how you described your preparation, your set-up, your gears... It gives us the idea how much you wanted this project and how you prepared for it.

  • @RealBesty
    @RealBesty Жыл бұрын

    Your photos in this video are stunning. The Fuji makes such lovely images! 👌

  • @AI-Hallucination
    @AI-Hallucination3 жыл бұрын

    You got balls mate i am going to show my class mates

  • @brandonhibben
    @brandonhibben4 жыл бұрын

    Just stunning frederik

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Brandon!

  • @marcp.1752
    @marcp.17522 жыл бұрын

    Extraordinary mood, one can sense the feelings of the people...brave attempt to street photography. Yes, bruce back at his time, was way cool with subway photography.

  • @gilbertdaroy6080
    @gilbertdaroy60803 жыл бұрын

    Professionally produced video. The editing, sound, narration, and still pics , are excellent.

  • @toriibara2388
    @toriibara23884 жыл бұрын

    I admire your courage and your passion and all of this , I always do.It's been touching somewhere in my heart. Thank you!

  • @medicenmanis
    @medicenmanis Жыл бұрын

    Im from Mexico, and I´m a photographer as well. Seeing this video made me so nostalgic for my city, I´m living abroad now, and getting to watch the look from people was so amazing, the emotion of every photo, made me cry. They are so beautiful.

  • @kentvincentllano
    @kentvincentllano3 жыл бұрын

    So underrated, love the shots.

  • @dancollier4463
    @dancollier44634 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely stunning! Your by far the most talented photographer on KZread, always look forward to your videos, keep up the amazing work!!

  • @matea3026
    @matea30263 жыл бұрын

    I was smiling throughout the whole video. There is something really special behind each emotion these people are carrying within themselves

  • @repxam841
    @repxam8413 жыл бұрын

    love the format of these videos man keep it up, please :)

  • @KwyjiboVanDeKamp
    @KwyjiboVanDeKamp4 жыл бұрын

    Oh man, soooo many damn great photos!!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate it!

  • @TheWesOlsen
    @TheWesOlsen4 жыл бұрын

    Frederik your videos keep getting better and better. This one was amazing and so were the photos. Keep it up and thanks for creating!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Wes! Glad to hear!

  • @atarijunge
    @atarijunge2 жыл бұрын

    Amazing photos and amazing video! Love how the videos show you asking and approaching people.

  • @NextScamdemic
    @NextScamdemic4 жыл бұрын

    Next level street photography. Thank you

  • @ilyazaydenberg9542
    @ilyazaydenberg95424 жыл бұрын

    this is really cool! I’ve never been to Mexico City but feels like I just rode the subway through town. Many thanks!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Ilya! That’s great to hear!

  • @brettwood737
    @brettwood7374 жыл бұрын

    Simply outstanding. My favourite video of yours so far. The context and content is inspirational. Thanks for uploading.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Glad to hear!

  • @crislata
    @crislata4 жыл бұрын

    YES!, make photos of "How to be an explorer of the world"

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Cris :)!

  • @faisalbakar1688
    @faisalbakar16883 жыл бұрын

    great shoot, i really love most of the photos, real street photography..

  • @bartoszchrominski2710
    @bartoszchrominski27104 жыл бұрын

    Im truly impressed, what a great piece of work.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @sascha.gregori
    @sascha.gregori4 жыл бұрын

    Massive! Your best work so far. At least of what I have seen so far! Pure inspiration! Keep it coming! Thank you soo much!!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Much appreciated! Glad you enjoyed it :)!

  • @JamesPearson
    @JamesPearson3 жыл бұрын

    I've only just discovered your channel and oh my goodness am I enjoying it. Wonderful photography and brilliant insights. I am lucky to have so many of your videos to work through.

  • @gaboacr6389
    @gaboacr63894 жыл бұрын

    This channel's vibe just makes you wanna continue watching, I've mentioned it before my friend and I think you have a great quality and it's the honesty and nice feeling you give your audience, as you mentioned at the beginning of the video, we just have to seat back, relax and get 'confi'. Congrats!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @FaderzRecords
    @FaderzRecords4 жыл бұрын

    Always cool to see your videos! Thanks! :)

  • @Phototrappeur
    @Phototrappeur4 жыл бұрын

    great work, keep'em coming

  • @ChristianTruss
    @ChristianTruss2 жыл бұрын

    Your work in this video is awesome, inspiring stuff!

  • @sopranomusingsphotography3077
    @sopranomusingsphotography30774 жыл бұрын

    These photos are incredible! I am still finding my balance when it comes to taking photos of strangers, but whoa! These photos give me lots of inspiration towards my goal of street photography (doubt I'll ever be able to take photos of someone on a subway). And though I find your photos to be inspiring, your commentary throughout was upsetting and does raise a few questions.

  • @gustavmoritz3526
    @gustavmoritz35264 жыл бұрын

    A really great video and great pictures too! I’m looking forward to more videos like this!

  • @MrBillboeing
    @MrBillboeing4 жыл бұрын

    Great content, beautiful pictures! More of this please .

  • @bericl
    @bericl2 жыл бұрын

    what a fantastic video and such terrific pictures - thank you and bravo

  • @DrummerGAS
    @DrummerGAS3 жыл бұрын

    The title is a little "clickbaity" but tbh this deserves millions of views. Amazing job.

  • @nenmaster1650
    @nenmaster16503 жыл бұрын

    Big respect, your amazing

  • @Symeeen
    @Symeeen4 жыл бұрын

    What an amazing video Frederik. Thank you.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! And welcome to the channel :)

  • @marianapecanhuk4838
    @marianapecanhuk48384 жыл бұрын

    this is one of my favourite so far!!!!!!!!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Mariana :)!

  • @philipsutton2316
    @philipsutton23163 жыл бұрын

    Wow - this was excellent. I love the way you narrated the story of Davidson in the background, whilst you showed us your work. I'm a bit of a Bruce Gilden and shove my camera into peoples' faces too - but man what you did here talk big balls. In the subway with everybody looking at you - excellent video!

  • @shoot_move_edit
    @shoot_move_edit4 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely amazing job with the video Frederik!

  • @banjo5835
    @banjo58352 жыл бұрын

    Wow the photos are amazing

  • @titofly00
    @titofly004 жыл бұрын

    this is so inspiring, i love your work man.

  • @Magneira
    @Magneira4 жыл бұрын

    Awesome as always man!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate it!

  • @Mu3azOsman
    @Mu3azOsman3 жыл бұрын

    second video that i watch for you, and I am amazed! your approach and quick friendliness are so beautifully displayed for everyone to see and it is reflected in how your subjects smile when their photos are taken. m,such respect

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot! Glad you like the videos and welcome to the channel :)!

  • @Mu3azOsman

    @Mu3azOsman

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@FTrovatten thank you for the inspiration, definitely will apply them street photography tricks next time

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Muaz!

  • @bbuchner
    @bbuchner4 жыл бұрын

    Another great video Frederik. Awesome shots, enjoyed the narration and your interpretation of the subway. Great shot at 8:05.

  • @owenbeltran7693
    @owenbeltran76934 жыл бұрын

    you really did an amazing job the content that you chose to show are some of the best so far, you have easily become one of my favorite Photographers. Always learning and Always progressing, good job Frederik keep killing it!

  • @nicholashamilton40
    @nicholashamilton404 жыл бұрын

    I love these videos.

  • @danielcimpeanu
    @danielcimpeanu4 жыл бұрын

    Amazing work Frederik! Really enjoyed this one!

  • @webvidpromo
    @webvidpromo4 жыл бұрын

    Another great video Frederik, and fantastic shots. It was nice to meet you in La Roma.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Gary! Thanks a lot! And thanks for stopping by :)!

  • @Choadifer
    @Choadifer4 жыл бұрын

    Much respect for this video. A great nod to Bruce’s work and by far your most engaging work.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate that Jody!

  • @ronald4139
    @ronald41394 жыл бұрын

    Great video!!! Thx Frederik!

  • @Zumra.-1
    @Zumra.-14 жыл бұрын

    Wowww amazing photos 👀

  • @MaddyMonster8
    @MaddyMonster84 жыл бұрын

    Love your approach

  • @JoseOchoita
    @JoseOchoita4 жыл бұрын

    As a person living in Guatemala, I admire you. Fantastic work and courage, Fred.

  • @sholombrummel3732
    @sholombrummel37323 жыл бұрын

    INCREDIBLE video man!! I love the narrating.

  • @ChasingBarrels
    @ChasingBarrels4 жыл бұрын

    Incredible!

  • @n01nobdy
    @n01nobdy4 жыл бұрын

    Frederik, you should do much more of this content. In my opinion it was one of the best videos I've watched of yours. Calm, full of different emotions and mysterious. Keep going 👍❤️

  • @retrotellephone
    @retrotellephone4 жыл бұрын

    Outstanding.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    👊🏼

  • @flojeune
    @flojeune2 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic work!

  • @wallywo7392
    @wallywo73924 жыл бұрын

    Great video, some cracking shots enjoyed this and thanks for sharing xxx

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man!

  • @thecandidframe
    @thecandidframe4 жыл бұрын

    Exceptional work on this one.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    I was scared that I might have confused people with the narration of NYC subway with film of the Mexico City Subway - but I hope the majority watch the video to the end and don't think this is how I feel about the Mexico City Subway. Thanks for watching Ibarionex. Always a pleasure to see you in the comment section, really - I'm a huge fan of your podcast!

  • @NemSauceAigreDouce
    @NemSauceAigreDouce4 жыл бұрын

    What a video, Frederik ! So poetic and inspiring ! I really liked your photos and your text in this video. Can't wait to see more of your work !

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    I'm glad you liked it! Thanks a lot :)!

  • @777PinballWizard
    @777PinballWizard4 жыл бұрын

    Great! As usual. Keep rocking Fred!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it!

  • @alexama228
    @alexama2284 жыл бұрын

    Great video. I love the concept with the photo book in mind. Keep it up!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thx Alex!

  • @barryrodbell6912
    @barryrodbell69124 жыл бұрын

    Really well done. I enjoyed it a lot.

  • @MikesVideos1971
    @MikesVideos19714 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video and some amazing shots. Thanks for this ride along with you.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate!

  • @logicfrogmedia
    @logicfrogmedia3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video. You are becoming one of the best photography KZreadrs, especially with street photography! I haven't been subscribed for long, but I have seen your work improve drastically from your photo walk videos. This style suits you fantastically, keep doing these, please!

  • @drewmultydrew
    @drewmultydrew4 жыл бұрын

    Wow Frederik!!! This is your best video for your channel so far! Very moody combination of scene, ambient music and your shots! Keep up!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hehe that's awesome to hear! Glad it worked when I was trying to mix it up a bit!

  • @vintage_lenses9878
    @vintage_lenses98784 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely brilliant, great story and superb captures. Well done Frederik

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate it!

  • @joanferov443
    @joanferov4434 жыл бұрын

    You have been improving so much, congratulation!, keep learning and practicing.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot!

  • @stevebrown3955
    @stevebrown39554 жыл бұрын

    Excellent show sir!!! Love your production!! Keep shooting!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Steven!

  • @MacKintoshPhoto
    @MacKintoshPhoto4 жыл бұрын

    Amazing man! This video was really beautiful and using the narration from the book is a really cool idea.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked the concept :) I'd like to do more of these!

  • @talistutoriales
    @talistutoriales4 жыл бұрын

    Amazing work, I live in Mexico City and you inspired me to go tomorrow to the subway and take some pictures

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man! You should, good luck in the subway Ivan!

  • @guillersl9510
    @guillersl95104 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations for your work. Mexico City is large, huge and full of culture. Greetings!!

  • @PhillipJ
    @PhillipJ Жыл бұрын

    Fabulous work!👍

  • @alicebuxton327
    @alicebuxton3274 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely amazing and so so interesting Frederik. You have so much talent to share. It would be incredible to see you expand your photography in cities around the world.

  • @capmk
    @capmk4 жыл бұрын

    Jeg elsker dine videoer, du er så sej! Fantastic photos!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Tusinde tak! 👊🏼

  • @Uplandia
    @Uplandia4 жыл бұрын

    Again - very inspiring. Well done Frederik!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Melin!

  • @btkpr
    @btkpr4 жыл бұрын

    wow, it takes a lot of courage to do what you are doing, yet it shows a lot of humanity. really appreciate what you are doing, love your results!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate!

  • @janklein6593
    @janklein65933 жыл бұрын

    finest video - you are really a brave photographer!!! good luck for your next adventures.

  • @nasatas1351
    @nasatas1351 Жыл бұрын

    Qué bonito es mi méxico! Amazing video, stunning work.