• Treat everything as a potential photograph

    “There’s potential in any inanimate object, person, place, or thing. To truly see it, you must approach the world with a fresh perspective each day.” Imagine you’re a big kid…

  • A Brave New World for Photography

    “We’re in a brave new digital world, and the possibilities for photography are infinite.” The future of photography is bright, boundless, and interconnected through digital technology. From AI-powered tools to…

  • Explore your conscious and subconscious mind on the street

    Embrace the snapshot approach to making photographs. This method taps directly into the subconscious mind, where you lose control of precise outcomes. You don’t fully know what the results will…

  • Uplift the discarded

    My recent fascination with photographing discarded objects fuels my curiosity. When I look around the city, I find myself lost in the details, captivated by the forgotten and downtrodden. Each…

  • Why sublime?

    Recently, I’ve been captivated by the idea of making sublime photographs. The word “sublime” has an intriguing etymology. It originates from the Latin word “sublimis,” a blend of “sub” (meaning…

  • The grittier the better

    I believe grit and rawness add a unique beauty to both street photos and videos. The more grain, contrast, and unpolished texture, the better. When images are darker and deeper…

  • Why all photographers should travel

    Travel is the ultimate joy for photographers, blending exploration and creativity in a way that reveals more about yourself and the world than any other experience. It’s about more than…

  • Photography is my superpower

    I like to consider photography as magic. It allows us to create something beautiful out of nothing, capturing the essence of fleeting moments and transforming them into timeless expressions. With…

  • Your photographs display your lust for life

    I’ve been reflecting deeply on what photography means to me. At its core, the photographs I create are a display of my lust for life. As a photographer, I see…

  • Don’t focus on the outcome

    Embrace the autotelic approach to street photography by creating simply for the sake of creating. This philosophy keeps you rooted in the joy of the process itself rather than in…

  • Why so serious?

    Street photography doesn’t have to feel like a mission or some high-stakes hunt, where you’re always ready to pounce like Bresson in dancing shoes. Instead, let yourself loosen up and…

  • Street Photography Ethics

    First and foremost, let’s acknowledge that street photography often exists in an ethical gray area. Photographing people candidly, without their permission, is part of what makes street photography unique, but…

  • Be a tourist in your hometown

    Sometimes the best way to see the world is to approach it as if you’re seeing it for the first time. If you want to explore daily, it’s essential to…

  • The gift of photography

    Photography is a universal language, a form of expression that transcends cultures and language barriers. When you approach someone with a camera, there’s an immediate connection, a shared moment that…

  • The camera as a passport

    Photography is the ultimate excuse to get out there and see the world. It’s a simple but powerful idea—treat the camera as your passport, a reason to step outside, to…

  • Champion humanity

    As street photographers, we hold a unique power to champion humanity. Every person on the street, every fleeting moment, is an opportunity to honor the human spirit. Through our lenses,…

  • Love the process

    When it comes to street photography, loving the process is essential. While it’s accessible to everyone, the process can sometimes feel grueling, especially on days when you return home without…

  • How I see the world

    When I walk the streets, whether in my own neighborhood or on the other side of the world, I look for nothing specific. My aim is to remain as open…

  • A photograph is an instant sketch

    A photograph, to me, is nothing more than an instant sketch of life. Walking down Market Street in Philadelphia, I’m reminded of this simple truth: street photography is about capturing…

  • THE WORLD IS OUR CANVAS

    Street photography’s power lies in its boundless potential—the world itself becomes our canvas. As I wandered through the Fashion District Mall and then out to Fairmount Park, I was reminded…

  • Autotelic Street Photography

    In the past year, I’ve stumbled upon a philosophy that has transformed the way I approach street photography—a mindset that has brought more joy, more curiosity, and more freedom than…

  • Photography and the stream of consciousness

    Lately, I’ve been following a stream of consciousness approach when I’m out with my camera. Photography has become a way to capture the flow of my thoughts, where each image…

  • To photograph is to remember

    The simple act of making photographs holds an incredible power. There’s something undeniably special about this medium that goes beyond the visual—it taps into memory, consciousness, and our perception of…

  • Photography is a universal language

    Photography is an art form that transcends language and cultural barriers. A photograph can communicate emotions, experiences, and perspectives across the world. Just like dance and music, photography has the…

  • Why you should start making photographs

    I believe that everyone should start making photographs. Photography is more than just a hobby; it’s a powerful tool that can unlock doors and experiences that remain hidden otherwise. The…

  • Street Photography as a Personal Diary

    For the past year, I’ve been taking a different approach to photography—I’ve been treating it as my personal diary. Every image I make is a way to see where my…

  • Why your photography matters

    Photography is a powerful medium that allows you to preserve memories that will outlive you. It’s more than just a way to capture moments; it’s a chance to make a…

  • The joy of photography

    Photography provides my life with ultimate joy. When I’m out with a camera, I forget about the past and the future—my mind exists only in the now. This pure focus…

  • Film photography is holding you back

    I’m here to make a bold statement: Film photography is holding you back. I get it—film has a certain allure. There’s a nostalgia, a romance in loading a roll, carefully…

  • Why I import my photos every day

    What’s popping, people? It’s Dante here on Broad Street, thinking about culling photos, street photography, and why I import my photos every day. In the past, working with RAW files…