You are NOT too shy for STREET PHOTOGRAPHY

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- Street photography has a reputation for being an intrusive, obnoxious, careless form of photography, where the photographer would piss off any person they meet on the street if that would give them the photograph they wanted - an aggressive, Bruce Gilden type of photographer if you will.
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Correction: The photo with the birds is taken by Rui Palha.
But if you look at the shy and introvert Henri Cartier-Bresson’s work who is arguably one of the most praised street photographers to have lived, you will immediately notice how far is stands from his subject and how he took advantage of his introverted or shy personality.
Just because you are extremely shy or introvert, doesn’t mean you can’t produce incredible street photography in the street.
#photography
#streetphotography
I hope you could use my tips and tricks for overcoming your fear of doing photography. I think everyone can take great pictures, even if have a really shy personality.
I'm Frederik Trovatten I hope you enjoyed this little street photography tutorial.

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  • @angryvirgo992
    @angryvirgo9925 жыл бұрын

    I am going to take your quote “my taste of pictures is higher than my skill level” oh man i do feel the same way!!!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    I feel you hah! Watch this: kzread.info/dash/bejne/imarrrJpmd3Leqg.html it’s Ira Glass who talked about the concept. Super interesting!

  • @lebrigand4115

    @lebrigand4115

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@FTrovatten Excellent video! Thanks for the tip!

  • @Johnny-sj9sj

    @Johnny-sj9sj

    5 жыл бұрын

    Godammit! I have been taking street photography all my life and I’m still shy with it even though I am over 70 years old! (But now I am less likely to get punched!) Thanks for the great video. Subscribed! 😈🇬🇧

  • @prateekkalkumbe9582

    @prateekkalkumbe9582

    5 жыл бұрын

    Damn true! 🤣

  • @gennyzuniga5185

    @gennyzuniga5185

    3 жыл бұрын

    OMG! Same thing to me!!!

  • @KhalidGM
    @KhalidGM5 жыл бұрын

    "The fear of rejection is a lot worse than rejection" 👏👏👏

  • @paulschweissbrenner

    @paulschweissbrenner

    5 жыл бұрын

    so true. but why :(

  • @cpufreak101

    @cpufreak101

    5 жыл бұрын

    That's my first time I heard that, might be able to use it to help get over my fear of rejection, thank you

  • @Frisenette

    @Frisenette

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nahhh. Then you have not ever really been rejected.

  • @imblack011

    @imblack011

    3 жыл бұрын

    I am keeping this on 420 likes, and to all others please do

  • @slimnics

    @slimnics

    3 жыл бұрын

    I like it

  • @othomsen1
    @othomsen15 жыл бұрын

    “... shy and introvert, makes you perhaps a better observer...” that’s a interesting statement 👍 Great video 👍

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    It’s just a guess :) thanks dude! New video coming soon!

  • @othomsen1

    @othomsen1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Street Photography with Trovatten I think it’s a good guess :-). Looking forward to some more videos 👍

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@othomsen1 Thanks Ole :)!

  • @JulianPrior

    @JulianPrior

    5 жыл бұрын

    I think this is true ... also as an introvert I find street photography helps a little with shyness, helps you to become more confident.

  • @mettechristineolsen4286

    @mettechristineolsen4286

    5 жыл бұрын

    I loved that statement! I really think there's something to this, especially in this type of photography. Great video!

  • @rexowenwaide2170
    @rexowenwaide21705 жыл бұрын

    I am a bad photographer. I don't know what I'm doing. And I should just quit. Yup that's always in my head, but I keep clicking that shutter, my friend. Thanks for the video.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    haha I know man. We are in the same boat! And welcome to the channel :)

  • @TheJwwinter

    @TheJwwinter

    5 жыл бұрын

    May be buy some good gear, I assure you your photography will improve by 40% in no time.

  • @TheBigboy453

    @TheBigboy453

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@TheJwwinter if you truly believe that then you've already limited yourself.

  • @SupernovaFilms23

    @SupernovaFilms23

    5 жыл бұрын

    TheJwwinter I agree partially. All gear, great and small, comes with its advantages and limitations. I really love my modest gear, and I think I am still in the process of learning how to use its advantages and it’s limitations to my benefit. I play with the idea of upgrading, but I used to play music (I’m a drummer) with many guitarists, and the best advice I ever took was “Reduce your kit bro! It’ll make you a better drummer.” By reducing my kit to a kick, snare, and hi hat, I had to become more creative with my fills and beats. As a photographer, I like to leave the apartment with my camera and one lens: you learn two things: what are the advantages and limitations if that lens. My creativity must adapt to my gear, and with that, my creativity becomes limitless.

  • @TheJwwinter

    @TheJwwinter

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@SupernovaFilms23 I am not really a photographer as in I have no intentions of making money out of it. Are you ? Do you make money off the drumming ? I learnt to play the guitar and the piano quite a few years back, but again that as well that was just a hobby and for that reason I am not sure how worth can upgrading my stuff will be worth. May be someday if I have the extra cash and space I'd like to buy the Dual Rectifier.

  • @varoujanhagopian7484
    @varoujanhagopian74845 жыл бұрын

    Introverts are better at observing, very true. Great video and advice.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @IntimateNoise
    @IntimateNoise5 жыл бұрын

    That was actually kinda cool! Being tired of all these extremely polished videos, with "epidemic" vibes on constant b-rolls, this actually had something to tell and help fellow artists, instead of pointless bragging! Keep it up mate, will be around, thanks for the approach! :)

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    I know what you mean. It's tiering! Glad you liked the video! And welcome to the channel!

  • @mrdev9843

    @mrdev9843

    5 жыл бұрын

    Strangely enough the person you refer to actually has a video in the "Up Next" List, on my screen at least. cheers

  • @IntimateNoise

    @IntimateNoise

    5 жыл бұрын

    Of course he did (who is he, actually?), it's just that I, just myself, am bored to even bother watching! Will spend some of my time with dudes such as Trovatten, everyone is quite free to embrace their favourite styles out there

  • @RyanRolshouse

    @RyanRolshouse

    5 жыл бұрын

    Amen brother

  • @EdwinRucci

    @EdwinRucci

    4 жыл бұрын

    Very true!

  • @RealRaynedance
    @RealRaynedance5 жыл бұрын

    "There doesn't have to be a person in your photo" is probably the most helpful thing I've heard when it comes to this. I'm really not one for having to get close to people if I don't have to, but even with an 85mm lens (which I somehow turned into a walk-around lens), I still sometimes do. _However,_ where I live has _PLENTY_ of things that aren't people. Just need to go look for them. And a helpful thing to see was that you don't always need eye contact or even people looking at you. Sometimes it just isn't possible.

  • @JulioIzquierdoMexico
    @JulioIzquierdoMexico5 жыл бұрын

    Wearing a photo journalist vest helped me a lot to get permission from subjects to take pictures of them

  • @martingreenberg870

    @martingreenberg870

    17 күн бұрын

    I wear a flat cap. It gives me permission to take other people’s photographs. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

  • @joeldeakin2003
    @joeldeakin20034 жыл бұрын

    "I think my taste is higher than my skill level" Damn I feel that, don't worry though man, your photos are amazing!!

  • @surrealisa
    @surrealisa5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for making this vid. I love how you said you have a bigger fear of not taking a picture you wanted to take than the fear of taking it. I've missed out on many amazing moments because of worrying about offending people. Thanks for sharing!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the kinds words! I'm happy the video resonated with you and welcome to the channel :)!

  • @martingreenberg870

    @martingreenberg870

    17 күн бұрын

    Remember FDR’s 1933 inauguration speech. “ The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

  • @jeffreywillis9313
    @jeffreywillis93135 жыл бұрын

    You explained street photography very well. I too am often afraid of people getting paranoid and angry at me for taking their picture. I also thought street photography only meant taking pictures of strangers in urban settings. Thank you for your explanations and sharing your feelings.

  • @maintt01
    @maintt015 жыл бұрын

    I think it won't be long before you get your first 100K subscribers, your style is very easy to watch and I feel like your talking to me and as a bonus you know what your talking about, so good luck with your channel and hope you have great success.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Peter thanks a lot! I JUST spoke with a friend today and told him my goal is 100K and I’m 4% from it haha.. I’ll keep grinding! Thanks for the support 👊🏼

  • @disarmsox
    @disarmsox5 жыл бұрын

    I liked how you photographed the street vendor using the headphone volume button .. another thing I like to do is to to a tourist area, or an event where lots of other people are also taking photos. You'll feel more at ease and groom then you can start shooting in other areas after a while.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot! Yeah, that's true. That can also help!

  • @RenM908
    @RenM9085 жыл бұрын

    I’ve recently been using disposable cameras and I have noticed a huge difference in terms of random people being comfortable with me shooting them. I guess people automatically assume I am a tourist so they don’t see it as threatening as opposed to me walking around with a DSLR. I know a DSLR has its place as a better overall camera, but there is something nostalgic about using a disposable camera and developing it. I don’t have a fear of rejection, but I do have a fear of getting decked in the face. Hasn’t happened yet, but that’s always my fear.

  • @backlightfilms
    @backlightfilms5 жыл бұрын

    ...once in a while yt recommends good stuff! Thanks so much for this insights! i have this issuse when it comes to filming people and myself...

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Daniel! Especially for taking the time to comment! Really appreciate the support :)!

  • @udojuergensen
    @udojuergensen5 жыл бұрын

    For me, more introverted it is one of the best videos concerning street photography for a while. I really understand, that is necessary to have more self confidence and just make good pictures. Thanks so much for your words

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot! I lm glad you could use the video!

  • @mjfalcon007
    @mjfalcon0075 жыл бұрын

    Hey man, excellent video. Very nice tips and suggestions. Thank you

  • @mattjames3394
    @mattjames33945 жыл бұрын

    Some real solid advice man, your comments about not feeling good, doubting yourself really hit home. Great vid. Subbed 👍

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks James! Really appreciate the support :)!

  • @FTrovatten
    @FTrovatten5 жыл бұрын

    A link to my camera and gear: trovatten.com/gear/ 🔥If someone wants to do street photography but is really shy, what would you recommend them to do?

  • @HiddenSanDiegoVideo

    @HiddenSanDiegoVideo

    5 жыл бұрын

    I think your tips in the video are right on. Start with architecture or having people more incidental in the photos, then as that feels comfortable you can interact with people more directly. Having a friend to shoot with is a super good idea too.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@HiddenSanDiegoVideo Thanks! Exactly! Glad you liked it!

  • @djceejaay

    @djceejaay

    5 жыл бұрын

    I really appreciate your video. I'm just now beginning my street photography. I live in Hawaii, and its a great place to do street photography because of the locations and diverse population of people here. But the technique I'm most comfortable with is setting up the frame and waiting for the subjects to walk in. I also love to do buildings, architecture, stuff like that. But I'm just not ready for any type of portraits or close ups yet, still shy to do that. Your tips were spot on! Mahalo (thanks) 🤙🏾💯

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@djceejaay Thanks a lot Blaze. I have a similar video up within tomorrow. I think you are doing it right. Baby-steps :)

  • @yvonnekeen3388
    @yvonnekeen33882 жыл бұрын

    This video has been really inspiring. A lack of confidence has held me back in all aspects of my life. Putting myself out there with a camera is right outside my comfort zone but I am going to force myself to do it. As the well known quote goes, "A life lived in fear is a life half-lived". Thank you for the confidence boosting tips. I am very grateful.

  • @jhennybonafe6010
    @jhennybonafe60103 жыл бұрын

    So glad I came across your channel. Thank you 🙏🏻 love love love all your insights, keep em coming sir..

  • @mikebarbee8621
    @mikebarbee86215 жыл бұрын

    Another great video Frederik! Thanks for sharing!

  • @williambyas9355
    @williambyas93554 жыл бұрын

    Very informational video at a time I needed to hear it. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts, it really helped me a lot!

  • @jaithevegan
    @jaithevegan3 жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad your channel was recommended…I needed to watch this video tonight 🤗

  • @andreaholzner170
    @andreaholzner1704 жыл бұрын

    That was exactly the video I needed! You addressed a lot of fears and worries that I've been having and showed me - hey, even if you have those, that doesn't mean you can't do it. If you only take a tiny step out of your comfort zone each time that's already a win and definitely better than not trying at all. Thanks so much for this video! :)

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Andrea! Really glad you could use the video :)

  • @sirdominiczarate9497
    @sirdominiczarate94975 жыл бұрын

    Mind: I like to try street photography Me: but I'm too shy. 😣 KZread: say no more.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hah! 🔥👊🏼

  • @TTURBOVOLVO

    @TTURBOVOLVO

    4 жыл бұрын

    I say to myself. Do I really care what goes on in someones head when they say no to me or find me weird.

  • @j.waddington
    @j.waddington2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your honesty. Its refreshing x

  • @OkiSala
    @OkiSala5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for addressing this issue. Great topic, great analysis, tremendous ideas for dealing with an apparently common feeling.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it! And welcome to my channel!

  • @iMayBeMaritza
    @iMayBeMaritza5 жыл бұрын

    I was JUST having a conversation with someone about how I felt I was too shy to do street photos. awesome tips, I'm def subscribed

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Maritza! Welcome to the channel :)!

  • @tonyrobinson3309
    @tonyrobinson33095 жыл бұрын

    It's not about being shy it's deeper than that . Where I live you can't point a camera at someone without risking getting into a confrontation. Either some young person wants to fight you or steal the camera or some one asked what are you doing at your age pointing a camera at people . It's less hassle to photograph flowers or spiders they don't get upset

  • @racerx535

    @racerx535

    5 жыл бұрын

    welcome to Germany I guess

  • @eatfugu

    @eatfugu

    4 жыл бұрын

    Where are you from? Sounds like Brazil

  • @stevenml5748
    @stevenml57483 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I appreciate you're advice.

  • @Orionsbell
    @Orionsbell5 жыл бұрын

    This was one of the best photo-videos I've seen Frederik. Thank you. I can relate a lot to your temperament, I also hate myself when photographing and am an observer who had a 2 year older brother as well. You have a great respect and knowledge for photography and photographers and your genuine personality will keep me coming back for more videos.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    This means a lot Michael! Glad you liked the video! I will keep producing photography content here! Welcome to my channel :)!

  • @mylesfenwick4063
    @mylesfenwick40635 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate this video - really like the breakdown showing street photog in many ways

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Myles! Appreciate it!

  • @papachupu
    @papachupu5 жыл бұрын

    I happened to stumble on your website while looking for an inspo to get into street photography and I immediately fell in love with your work! I’m glad that you also have a YT channel I can occasionally watch. 💕 I think you’re the best.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Jessa! Appreciate it!

  • @ACPushkin
    @ACPushkin5 жыл бұрын

    I think this video is the best piece of advice that one could get as a beginning photographer. Awesome! =)

  • @fredrikwardhoff
    @fredrikwardhoff5 жыл бұрын

    Yea there’s nothing to it but to do it,, the biggest aspect in street photography is to head out and shoot as much as you can so that you “find” your style and workflow... what you like to watch may not be the pictures that you like to take if that makes any sense... Great episode as always... and duuuude,, the picture on the old man in the stairs is stunning beautiful..... Cheers //freddie

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot for chipping in Fredrik. I agree. It's a lot about getting comfortable in uncomfortable situations. Glad you liked it!

  • @gustavmoritz3526
    @gustavmoritz35264 жыл бұрын

    Great tips! Thank you!

  • @BURTBROWN
    @BURTBROWN5 жыл бұрын

    Really good set of suggestions!!!! Thanks, Trovatten!!!!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it! And welcome to the channel Burt!

  • @eagerlee7931
    @eagerlee79315 жыл бұрын

    When i do street photography for my stock site i just wait for people to get into the frame when shooting from the hip and having a flip screen on my fujifilm camera really helps. Great Video

  • @karadensky
    @karadensky5 жыл бұрын

    I like how you change when you start to talk personal, like around 2:50. appreciate your honesty and def relate to it!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks dude! And welcome to the channel!

  • @alfiemarie
    @alfiemarie2 жыл бұрын

    love this video so much. thank you for sharing your tips :)

  • @marcoantonioregiltv
    @marcoantonioregiltv4 жыл бұрын

    Great videos!! Congrats!!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @GermanAutoNut
    @GermanAutoNut5 жыл бұрын

    Loved the video. Living in New York City and having access to so many amazing scenes your advice will certainly help me develop my street photography skills. Thank you!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    It's a cool place to take pictures! I spent two days and took these photos: streetphotography.trovatten.com/new-york :)

  • @ourtinywindows
    @ourtinywindows5 жыл бұрын

    Awesome. Thanks so much for the inspiration. I have the 35mm f2 coming in the post and I’m determined to do a bunch of portraits.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Dope! I'd love to try that lens! It'll be a lot faster than my 56.mm 1.2 :)!

  • @firdaussyahrullnizam4341
    @firdaussyahrullnizam43414 жыл бұрын

    Just found out this video, so relatable and good tips!

  • @defyingtheodds1987
    @defyingtheodds19875 жыл бұрын

    Dude you've nailed every fear and thought in my head about photography

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you could related to it!

  • @andrewwhite1701
    @andrewwhite17015 жыл бұрын

    Just discovered your channel Trovatten, fantastic advice! It's comforting to know that pretty much every photographer feels uncomfortable to some level when taking photos on the street. Picked up a camera 4 weeks ago and have absolutely fallen in love with it, I've not yet comfortable enough to take photos of people, but I'll get there. This video has certainly nudged me in that direction! Thanks for posting!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Andrew! Welcome to the channel! Really appreciate the support! Good luck with the new camera!

  • @HighTowerNL
    @HighTowerNL5 жыл бұрын

    I can understand this, I was pretty shy in high school and before that. But throughout the years I've been pushing myself to do things I'm not comfortable with and now I'm literally doing anything I want without shame haha. Keep up the good work!

  • @--.--
    @--.--5 ай бұрын

    Thank you for inspiring and saying that this is normal to be shy...

  • @rafaelmalvar
    @rafaelmalvar5 жыл бұрын

    Great video!!! Really nice perspectives on street photography, I normally use my lx100 with the 24-70mm on the chest and it works really good :)

  • @jonathanhornby
    @jonathanhornby5 жыл бұрын

    “Step out of your comfort zone. And then keep doing that.” My new mantra 😎

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    :)!

  • @kevob
    @kevob5 жыл бұрын

    Love your energy and your honesty.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate it! And welcome to my channel!

  • @Sadismek
    @Sadismek5 жыл бұрын

    such an amazing and well put together video! you nailed a lot of the points right in the head, and from what i can see a lot of people have something to learn from you, because you've basically managed to conquer your shyness through photography! you constantly went out to shoot and put the anxiety aside, and that's such a commendable thing to do. kudos to you sir, and i hope i get to see more content of this kind from you!

  • @healing2gether
    @healing2gether5 жыл бұрын

    What a beautifully honest perspective, thank you!! Your photos are inspiring, much like this video!

  • @olgakozlitina202
    @olgakozlitina2025 жыл бұрын

    This is my first comment on KZread ever. I just wanted to say, love how authentic you are. How you present the "idea" of street photography. 2 years ago I made a project in Lisbon about the people, who work on the streets, and one of the idea was to hide behind the corner and wait for the action, after that I was coming to this person and asked in Portuguese (I don't know this language so good, believe me) if I can take a portrait! That was soooo scary :) But taste of adrenaline and a good work worth it! Keep going! :)

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the story and your first comment Olga! That's means a lot and I'm excited the video resonated with you! Hehe yea it's scary, but it's also really fun! I'm going to Lissabon for vacation in a year and I'm excited to do my street photography there! Welcome to the channel :)

  • @PierreYvesBrand
    @PierreYvesBrand5 жыл бұрын

    I'm currently obsessing over street photography videos 😉 and yours are really a treat 👍 Keep going on

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Pierre-Yves Brand glad you liked it Pierre! I will :)!

  • @crownlaurus2610
    @crownlaurus26105 жыл бұрын

    This is a really honest and good video. You made a lot of good points, thank you.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Costco! I’ll do more videos like this soon :)!

  • @marcomarcon5802
    @marcomarcon58025 жыл бұрын

    I love this video, honest and self-deprecating

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Marco! I value that too so I appreciate it! I have a new video coming out tomorrow that I think you’ll appreciate as well :)

  • @grantwood5693
    @grantwood56935 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the words of advice

  • @realmantisknight
    @realmantisknight5 жыл бұрын

    I just subscribed because not only did I love your content, but it spoke to me. Having just got back into shooting photos again, and learning how to better my images, I am always on the lookout for tips. I remember one time I ended up shooting some shots of a couple of rallies that just appeared out of nowhere. :)

  • @luisfernh
    @luisfernh4 жыл бұрын

    So motivating to me, thanks!

  • @g-r-a-e-m-e-
    @g-r-a-e-m-e-5 жыл бұрын

    Very nice, and I loved your offer to help.

  • @andreasc.4618
    @andreasc.46185 жыл бұрын

    I like the video... Because it's honest, and it tells about some of the most important things in street photography. Thanks man, greetings from Germany

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Andy! I have a new video out soon :)!

  • @wildcat22
    @wildcat225 жыл бұрын

    Wow, I've watched thousands of vids on this subject, this is by far the most relevant video on the topic. Well done and thanks for the tips. Subscribed.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    That means a lot to hear! Thanks for taking the time to comment! Welcome to the channel :)!

  • @jongrall
    @jongrall5 жыл бұрын

    Just found your channel. Great stuff. Although I'm not a shy person, and generally have no problem approaching strangers, I too found street photography intimidating at first. However, as you explained, most of the fear is unjustified. It's in your head. In fact, quite a few people like being photographed if you're nice about it and smile. I think the most important thing is to have fun, and relax. Don't creep people out by trying to sneak shots with a telephoto lens. It also helps to have a story ready such as "I'm a photographer and I'm doing a project on XYZ." I found that it really helped to go to places where people would be more accepting of what I was doing. Starting out in Chinatown or mid-town Manhattan built confidence because you can blend in with tourists, and the locals are used to people with cameras. Also, after having a few positive experiences where I had a nice conversation with complete strangers, most of the fear disappeared. Lastly, I find it helpful when you first go out to shoot on the street to just shoot some quick throwaway shots right away, just to get things moving and to get you into the right mindset, rather than waiting for that perfect frame.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jon! Glad you like the content! I'll keep pushing videos as much as I can :)

  • @girly456ish
    @girly456ish5 жыл бұрын

    Definitely made me feel better that I'm not the only one who gets nervous about it!

  • @karenmullins408
    @karenmullins4083 жыл бұрын

    Your video was really helpful. Honest and real. Thank you : )

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    2 жыл бұрын

    Love to hear that!

  • @foodfashionandchill
    @foodfashionandchill4 жыл бұрын

    Great video, and thanks for the tips.✌️

  • @luckyloop7503
    @luckyloop75033 жыл бұрын

    Youre the most sympathetic youtuber i know. Great content and just fun to watch

  • @eliasvhr
    @eliasvhr5 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Thanks for sharing, it's inspiring and reassuring

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Elias! And welcome to my channel :)!

  • @ValerieHollifield
    @ValerieHollifield5 жыл бұрын

    Love the photo of gentleman on the steps! I haven’t tried street photography but I’m going to soon!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot! You should give it a go :)

  • @goat2503
    @goat25033 жыл бұрын

    This really resonated with me, “my taste in photographs is higher than my ability to take photographs”

  • @niklasschiffgen5832
    @niklasschiffgen58325 жыл бұрын

    Awesome tips, thank you very much!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked the content! Welcome to the channel Niklas!

  • @awildtomappeared5925
    @awildtomappeared59255 жыл бұрын

    Your taste should be above your level, otherwise, your level will be limited by your taste/

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    I agree!

  • @annasurian2791
    @annasurian27913 жыл бұрын

    Loving the down to earth and honesty..

  • @leoncioreyes
    @leoncioreyes3 жыл бұрын

    Great video and I liked that you took it in CDMX Cheers!

  • @glowingmonkey9033
    @glowingmonkey90335 жыл бұрын

    Very nice advices, I had that same fear and shyness everyone has. It’s just something we need to get comfortable with and for yourself out of the comfort zone. I’ve been doing street photography for 3 years but only one time I was yelled at. Usually people are nice if you SMILE GENUINELY at them.

  • @ajnabalajnabi
    @ajnabalajnabi5 жыл бұрын

    great video, thanks for doing it!

  • @jcinewilliams8819
    @jcinewilliams88195 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for having the courage to make this video and giving us other introverts inspiration. A lot of what you said hit me in the gut cause it was all true. Alot of times I believe I use the crutch of being a soloist and not having any real network of other photographers to work with to hold me back. It really does feel so uncomfortable sometimes when I do go out. And when I do I don't go out as long as I initially intended. So instead of taking 1k photos of maybe 100 different subjects I may get 10 or 20. In any event thanks for the pep. We really needed it.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jcine, I really appreciate your kind words. So many of your have commented that this video was needed hehe. Welcome to the channel :)!

  • @azanem71
    @azanem713 жыл бұрын

    Great video, Frederik. At least three fantastic quotes for my notebook: - "My taste of pictures is higher than my skill level" (that's fine, being humble will lead you further than being arrogant). - "Shy and introverted makes you perhaps a better observer" (and to take great pictures you must see them FIRST). Besides, extrovert people usually want to be IN the pictures instead of taking them. - "Fear of rejection is worse than rejection". So true. It's the same when you try to pick up a girl, haha. BTW, you surely know since you know Spanish, but for the rest of the folk here, the reading in the table where you were drinking mezcal says: "Todo con medida. All with a measure". Exactly. And you don't need a lightmeter for that. Thanks agains for your advices.

  • @harper5378
    @harper53783 жыл бұрын

    I've been watching you for a couple days and what I love a lot about you (other than the obvious talent) is the fact that you're always promoting other people's work, like recommending photo books, or other people's channels and videos! You're a cool guy.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot mate! Great to hear! Appreciate it!

  • @TalyaAdams
    @TalyaAdams5 жыл бұрын

    This was a great video. Plenty of solid tips. Street photography can be intimidating. I started taking photos far away from my subjects, then slowly moved forward over time. Nice job.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Talya! Yeah, it's about doing it in baby-steps I think :)!

  • @vladthevid
    @vladthevid5 жыл бұрын

    A very self effacing video. I agree with all you have said and a lot of the comments listed below. There is a barrier in our minds when we take to the street. I guess we are on display, even performing with a prop .... the camera. It draws attention to ourselves which can trigger anxiety. As a landscape and architecture enthusiast, I’ve never felt anxious going about my work. I tend to be very focused (No pun) on my subject. I travel to far away places with no qualms whatsoever, but when I’m in a public place I do find anxiety creeping in. I find reasons not to get the camera out. It’s something I need to overcome and deal with. Glad to hear I’m not the only person out there living with this dilemma. Great video Gary. Glad to share my thoughts with you.

  • @rossawilson01
    @rossawilson015 жыл бұрын

    Nice vid man. I recommend going with three friends, two of which who don't care about photography. They walk off and chat and you break off and shoot. You get the comfort of not being alone and having some 'normal' people to go back to. It really helped me cross over into going out alone and feeling comfortable.

  • @McBarthObeya
    @McBarthObeya5 жыл бұрын

    "this is how you're gonna get shot" lol. This is why I am not much of a street photographer. I'm gonna try again. Thanks for this video

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hehe yeah, but 99% of the time it's a fun experience :) And welcome to the channel!

  • @Zapruderfilm1963
    @Zapruderfilm19635 жыл бұрын

    I’m very extroverted and rather a nice person. It’s very enjoyable for me to get in peoples faces for a shot. Other times I wait for someone to walk into frame. I live close to NYC and shoot there about six times a month. Excellent video!!!

  • @jnrickards
    @jnrickards5 жыл бұрын

    Regarding managing expectations, this is my take on landscape photography, what I like to do. For various reasons, I take most of my photos in my neighborhood and nearby parks and although I sometimes compare them with what professionals have done in exotic locations, I then say to myself that they may have taken the best photo in [insert exotic location here], I have taken the best photo in Bell Park and that pleases me.

  • @bowieknife
    @bowieknife5 жыл бұрын

    This is a good video. I enjoyed it a lot. Quick and to the point, with all very valid points! Followed. :) looking forward to more.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot dude! Appreciate it and welcome to the channel :)

  • @dianeschuller
    @dianeschuller3 жыл бұрын

    But I've been watching your videos for a while and you are likely the best for how you ask people if you can take their photo. Your approach is so friendly and respectful. Consequently I really respect how you are in the street taking photos.

  • @mrdev9843
    @mrdev98435 жыл бұрын

    I'm glad i'm not the only one with all these hang-ups

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    I know :) Welcome to the channel!

  • @willparsons32
    @willparsons325 жыл бұрын

    your points are extremely valid!! interesting video, thanks!!

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear! And welcome to the channel :)

  • @willparsons32

    @willparsons32

    5 жыл бұрын

    I've been trying to get my head around the street photography thing but I find people are extremely concerned of having their photos taken - especially candid shots. Asking someone to take their photo is not what I consider street photography but instead; portrait.. If I wanted to do portrait I would set up a studio in my basement and have people come banging on my door at very inconvenient hours of the day wanting their promised photos... No thanks! In a world of media hype and personal privacy, street photography is and can be dangerous. I have heard of police officers taking photographers cameras and literally busting them on the ground right in front of the owner.. In a small town of 60k, street photography can be intimidating to anyone. One should be able to enjoy this type of photography - not fret about it!

  • @ChrisGouge
    @ChrisGouge5 жыл бұрын

    Great video, I can completely relate to everything you said

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Chris! I have a new video out Monday I think you'll like too :) It's about how you work a scene in photography =)

  • @TheSmileyVirus
    @TheSmileyVirus5 жыл бұрын

    Good content brother! I've started just a week ago and have added video editing into my repertoire. I'm good at neither but enjoy both

  • @johannschmidt3299
    @johannschmidt32995 жыл бұрын

    An excellent video. Very well presented. It's not a subject that we commonly talk about, perhaps, although many of us feel that way deep inside. Deep inside there's an extrovert photographer just waiting to be released! Thanks for making this a more talked-about subject. Good luck with your own future photo-shoots.

  • @alexrmartin1421
    @alexrmartin14215 жыл бұрын

    The batter and SD card test is a real thing. It's caught me out SO many times! Great vid bro. Thanks for the tips and ideas. I'm off to snap the streets of Melbourne 🥰

  • @massimodambrogio
    @massimodambrogio5 жыл бұрын

    Great video and analysis! You highlighted problems that are surely bigger than technical ones.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Massimo!

  • @urbanstreetphotogallery2679
    @urbanstreetphotogallery26794 жыл бұрын

    Great street photography channel, Frederik! 🔥

  • @eliaskjartanbjarnason3508
    @eliaskjartanbjarnason35085 жыл бұрын

    Love youre videos! Keep up the good work 👌😁

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thx! Will do :)

  • @juanmanuelvargassanchez382
    @juanmanuelvargassanchez3825 жыл бұрын

    I found you on Reddit with a pic on Día de los Muertos. I am really happy that you are uploading on SP, I am a huge fan of you

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Juan! Much appreciated!

  • @leshenderson571
    @leshenderson5715 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much for the excellent advice.

  • @FTrovatten

    @FTrovatten

    5 жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome :) and welcome to my channel!