Street Photography & Video: Expert Tips for Impact
Have you ever wanted to start dabbling in street photography to document real-life moments in the busy rhythm of urban streets? And do you need tips on how to make your shots really stand out? We can give you more guidance when you visit our camera store in Dubai. But in the meantime, here are some practical tips to help you frame your shots and work with light so that you can tell compelling stories through your photography and videos.
Use light and shadows creatively
Look for areas where bright highlights contrast with deep shadows to simplify busy scenes. Reduce your exposure compensation by one or two stops to darken the shadows. This will darken the shadows while keeping the sunlit areas vibrant, helping you create strong shapes and dramatic, eye-catching photos.
Experiment with double exposure
Double exposure is a creative technique where you overlay one image on top of another to create striking effects. On cameras like the Canon EOS R8 or EOS R7, enable the multiple exposure mode, choose the number of exposures you want, and start shooting. You can preview the effect as you capture each frame, which allows you to adjust your composition for the most interesting results. Keep in mind that lighter areas in your shots will stay the same or get brighter, so look for darker shapes against a light background to create bold, eye-catching images.
Focus on the details
Look for patterns, textures, signs, reflections, or architectural lines that stand out, and simplify your composition by isolating one or two elements. This approach can turn ordinary scenes into striking photos and even create images that work beautifully as wall art.
Visit our camera store in Dubai today!
At National Store, we stock only high-quality cameras and Canon lenses that meet the needs of content creators and street photographers. Visit our camera store in Dubai to test different gear, get hands-on advice from our knowledgeable team, and see how the right equipment can help you capture street photography and video with more confidence and creativity.