While shooting in Paris, I estimate that I walk an average of 10 kilometers per day with peaks at 15kms. Quite a way to stay fit, especially since stretching is also part of the game. Indeed, have a look at the shot below and imagine my position when taking the picture. The answer will be found in the second shot, courtesy of fellow street photographer Thomas C. which I had the pleasure to meet yesterday.
At almost two meters all, I still had to raise on my toes to get the point of view I wanted. Why is it so ? Because I love when my subjects clearly stand out from the background. I wanted the girl's head to be completely surrounded by the Seine River. A couple of centimeters below, and I would not have gotten the shot I was after.
Both images taken with Leica M9, first with 35mm Lux Asph and second with 35mm Cron IV.
It was worth your squats! :) shot turned out great. Love your blog!
Thanks John.
I'm lacking in the height department. At 1.5 metres, I often find that I can't get the elevation needed. I've considered getting a small foldable ladder but that'll just get in the way of the shot.
Jen, ah ah ah. Use your height to develop a style that fits it. There are many shots I would love to take from lower, but if I kneel they see me ;)
Shooting is like poetry, has a little sweat too. Congratulations on your beautiful picture. Maybe you do not know where to Paris.
That's a clever thought. I'd like to add it (with a credit to you) in the next edition of my book:
<a href="http://streetphotographyguide.com/" title="Street Photography – The Complete Guide">Street Photography – The Complete Guide</a>, if you are OK with that?Best wishes
Kit
Sorry, I'm being too clever (not) with HTML!
Hi Kit, if it is credited, you can use it. Thanks. Cheers.
Haha… With 168cm tall, I can't get your perspective without a proper, troublesome, tool like ladder or sort of. I guess this is why I took the opposite way, and mostly squat when taking photos.
Can't get it high? Get it low :D…
Hire an assistant with a ladder then ;) I also squat, but not good for my back. Home you are doing great and finding yourself well in your new environment! Cheers.