Weekly poll #16 : Human dignity and street photography

 WEEKLY POLLS  6 Responses »
Apr 162013
 

Some street photographers believe that one can shoot and publish anything as long as it is legal. Others believe that some scenes should not be shot, or at least not published without the consent of the subject portrayed. In the later case, the concept of Human dignity is often mentioned, or in clearer words : shoot and publish whatever you like, as long as you respect the Humang dignity of your subjects.

Of course, the question becomes than “How do you define Human dignity” ?  There is evidently no clear answer to that as it might vary a lot depending on your cultural background and personal character traits. What migh seem acceptable to one, might be dismissed by another photographer.

So, I propose we have a look at the picture below taken last Saturday in Rosario. What is your opinion in this regard ?

This poll is closed! Poll activity:
start_date 2013-04-15 00:52:42
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Does this picture respect Human dignity ?

broken nose rosario

Kids in the back of the car

 Argentina  2 Responses »
Apr 142013
 

Old  cars and kids. What a classic mix for a picture.

After the Fiat 500 in Paris and Citroen 2CV in Calafate, I can now add the Renault 4L to this series. And more than the car, the shy little face hiding in its back seat.  (click on pictures for high res)

Little girl Renault 4L Yanidel

Kid Fiat 500 Paris Yanidel

Kid 2CV Yanidel

Music is my soul

 Argentina  No Responses »
Apr 122013
 

One of the big trends in modern street photography is to showcase various elements that are completely unrelated but somehow work all together. This picture has no clear meaning or message, only the photographer really knows what was going on in this scene. So, for once, I’ll let your imagination wander. (Click on picture for high res)

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Leica M8 with 35 Summicron IV

The dogs train

 Argentina  No Responses »
Apr 112013
 

In a middle class neighbourhood of Buenos Aires, a man struggles to keep his footing while driving a dogs train.

Why so many dogs? Because it is probably the only way that owners can afford the service. Every peso counts in Argentina. As for the dogs, they seem to enjoy the walk. Well, at least the ones that drive the train. Not sure the sight is great in the back. (Click on picture for high res )

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Leica M8 with 35mm Summicron at F5.6, 1/1000, ISO100

Chinese shadows

 Stage 1 : Argentina  No Responses »
Apr 102013
 

To find the best Chinese shadows in the city, head to Buenos Aires’s Chinatown.

Obvious !         (click on picture for high res)

chinatown buenos Aires yanidel

Leica M8 with 35mm Summicron IV at F2.8, 1/8000, ISO160

A perfectly failed street photograph

 Street photography articles  5 Responses »
Apr 092013
 

Avenida Corrientes in Buenos Aires.
Four lanes of cars speeding down the one way street.
Thousands of shoppers rushing home before down falls on the city.

Suddenly I spot a couple kissing on the side of the road. I force my way into the crowd to get into position and quickly raise my camera to my eyes. In fear to lose the decisive moment, I quickly press the shutter.

“Sh.t !”   (excuse my French)

Just as I hit the shutter, a few cars and a bunch of ladies suddenly intrude in my frame and sent my hopes of a good picture crashing. No chance for a second shot, the moment has ended and the couple has already moved on.  Disgusted, I nervously peep at my LCD, mumble a few unpleasant words and almost hit the delete button. Yet somehow I don’t, forget about that shot, and resume the hunt.

Back from Buenos AIres two days later. I anxiously download the results of the weekend’s outing.

And suddenly I feel thrown back on Avenida Corrientes.
Four lanes of cars speeding down the one way street.
Thousands of shoppers rushing home before dawn falls on the city.
And a couple kissing, in the midst of chaos.

A perfectly failed street photograph Yanidel

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