Street Photography Magazine

Copyright Matt Jerrams   In case you didn’t know it, the June issue of Street Photography Magazine issue is out…in fact we released it a little early this month due to our travel schedules. Ashley was in LA with her husband enjoying the sites and improving her Vietnamese skills.  She has a natural affinity for languages and I’m sure she’ll have it mastered in no time. Me, I’ve been all over the place, Charlottesville, Myrtle Beach, Kelley’s Island in the middle of Lake Erie and Philadelphia.  Now I’m back on the North Coast for the next several weeks and plan to get caught up. Our guest this week is Matt Jerrams.  He’s an executive producer who creates television commercials in the UK, but he has a passion for street photography. He almost gave it up out of frustration with his results, in the interview you will here how he had an epiphany that caused him to make a drastic change in his approach that made all the difference.  He calls it “Get Close and Get Out.” Matt has to work close because he favors a 12mm Samyang (also sold as Rokinon) manual lens on his Fuji X-Pro2.  With that wide angle lens you have to be very close.  Having the advantage of shooting in London, Matt has a wide variety of interesting places to shoot. His favorite spots  are SOHO, East London, Brick Lane, Camden Town, Oxford Street and Dalston Kingsland. The best place to see his work is in his Instagram account because he enjoys the active street photography community there.  Although he’s taking a little time off from the platform while England is alive in the Word Cup.  Matt’s favorite photographer on Instagram is British photojournalist Don McCullin Where to see Matt’s work Matt’s Instagram Matt’s Flickr A Selection of Matt’s Street Photos Copyright Matt Jerrams Copyright Matt Jerrams Copyright Matt Jerrams Copyright Matt Jerrams Copyright Matt Jerrams Copyright Matt Jerrams  

© Martin Parr/ MAGNUM PHOTOSBrighton, United Kingdom, 1983-1985 Over the past few decades the downtowns of small-town America, which were once always busy, are all but extinct. First came the big box stores, then category killers like Best Buy and Toys “R” Us, and now Amazon sweeping them aside. But all these phenomenon resulted in. But all these phenomenon combined with our need to have lower prices resulted in the demise of small retailers and small downtowns. I’ve seen it myself in my own home town and I seen it in small towns throughout the country, including Wilson North Carolina. The storefronts in many of these towns are empty save for a coffee shop, yoga studio or vaer store. It seems is as if this trend is not going to change, but one man is doing something about it. And he’s doing it with photography. Our guest today is Jerome De Perlinghi, a native of Belgium and educator now an American citizen, who was made his home in the small town of Wilson, North Carolina. After moving to Wilson became concerned about the lack of commerce in the downtown area. He took it upon himself to create a photography festival,  Eyes on Main Street, which now ending its fourth year. The festival features the  work of 100 photographers (50 men and 50 women) from around the world over a period of 100 days.  It has built a reputation that is beginning to draw photographers and tourists to the area. I had an opportunity to visit Wilson last month and was amazed at the quality of the work on display throughout the town and the enthusiasm it has created among the residents. A visitor to the festival can see work from well-known photographers like Alex Webb, Martin Parr, and Steve McCurry. But also on display is to work from 100 photographers from around the world who are equally as talented. As you will hear during our interview Jerome is relentless in creating a venue for emerging and experienced photographers as well as a learning environment for local schoolchildren. The festival runs through July 29, 2018. And if you find yourself passing through North Carolina, or even are looking for a new adventure in photography, I encourage you to visit this unique festival. You won’t be sorry. Links to the Eyes on Main Street Festival Eyes on Main Street Website Eyes on Main Street Facebook Page Eyes on Main Street 2019 Kickstarter Project A Selection of Photos on Display at the Eyes on Main Street Festival 2018   © Carol Guzy/Zuma PressMosul, Iraq, 2017 © Fabio BucciarelliAleppo, Syria, 2012 © Gareth BrightZado, Tibetan Plateau, China, 2016 © Harry Gruyaert / MAGNUM PHOTOSLas Vegas, Nevada, USA, 1982 © Heidi Levine / Sipa PressGaza, Palestine, 2014 © Kanza FatimaLucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, 2016 © Monika BulajHavana, Cuba, 2014  

Houses Copyright Niko J. Kallianiotis Most photographers I know have a need to be recognized for their work. And the most frequent question I hear is “how do I publish a book?” Our guest today is Niko J. Kallianiotis, a native of Greece, who has lived and worked in Scranton, Pennsylvania for many years. This week he will be releasing his first book, a monograph, titled America in a Trance. It chronicles the people and places throughout the state of Pennsylvania. This subject is near and dear to my heart because I grew up in the hills Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio near the potteries, Coal fields and steel mills. And during my lifetime I witnessed the decline of the steel industry leaving behind empty houses, unemployment and opioid addiction. But people who remain are still hard-working proud and extremely hospitable whether you share their political beliefs, football passion for skin color. The mountains and rivers and hiking trails throughout this rugged state are beautiful. But the towns that lie between them can often be viewed as sad and depressing to those passing through. Many of these towns are far from beautiful but they offer the some interesting photographic opportunities to the photographer who is willing to spend the time and get to know the people. One such Explorer is Niko. Although he has lived in eastern Pennsylvania for many years, as a Greek immigrant, he still feels like an outsider. When I learned of his new book, I wondered if this “foreigner” would understand and accurately capture the soul of this unusual and unique part of our country. After seeing his photos, I can say he certainly did. And I encourage you to see it for yourself. A Selection of Photos from America in a Trance Braddock Copyright Niko J. Kallianiotis Supply Copyright Niko J. Kallianiotis Copyright Niko J. Kallianiotis Circus Copyright Niko J. Kallianiotis Niko’s Links Book: America in a Trance Niko’s Website Facebook Instagram

Willets Point © Copyright Ayash Basu The April issue marked the 5th anniversary of Street Photography Magazine. What began as the test of a new publishing technology grew into an amazing community of passionate photographers of all nationalities and skill levels. It has been an amazing journey and I have you to thank for it. I also have to give a big shout out to our editor Ashley Hunsberger who has done a tremendous job finding new and diverse articles and keeping me on track. We wouldn’t have made it this far without her. Thanks kiddo. One of the benefits of publishing a magazine is the opportunities it creates to meet some very cool and creative people. Our guest today is Ayash Basu, the founder of Loculars. In short, Loculars is an online marketplace for unique short-form (2-5 hour) photo experiences let by some super talented photographers in several cities around the world. It’s sort of like an Airbnb for photo experiences I’ve reviewed every experience on their website and was blown away by the depth and breadth of options. Ayash was nice enough to offer our community a special 10% discount on any of the photo experiences on the website. If you’re interested just enter the code STREETPHOTOGRAPHY10 in the order form. The offer expires on May 31, 2018. About Ayash Basu Photography started as a hobby during Ayash’s college days in India as a member of the Himalayan Explorer’s Club. Over the years, his passion for immersive travel has led him to capture those experiences visually. Prior to starting Loculars, Ayash worked at McKinsey & Company, serving some of the world’s leading brands in the consumer, retail and automotive space on growth strategy and marketing effectiveness topics. Ayash holds an MBA from Columbia Business School, NY and a B.Arch from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT). He is a keen value investor and avid tennis fan. In his spare time, Ayash pursues travel, street, and landscape photography. Some of his work can be seen on his website. Editor’s Note: Ayash is also a very fine photographer in his own right. Be sure to check out his work in the link above.

In this episode of the SPM podcast, Bob and I talk about the answer to one of our most frequently asked questions: “How can I get my work published in Street Photography Magazine?” We get this question all the time. Fortunately for us, all of our readers have a unique take on street photography and many shoot the streets in different cities all over the world, so as you can imagine there is the potential for an almost unlimited number of one-of-a-kind street photography projects, essays, ideas, how-tos and the like. But sometimes it can be challenging to make the leap from a series of street shots you like to a full fledged article. So we thought we’d take the time to talk about it. Why is written content so important? What should it include? How many images will you need to include? At what resolution? Here’s a brief overview of some of the main points we covered. Tips at a Glance Decide what kind of article you want to write. It might be a how-to article, a personal street photography project or even a tour of the city you live in. Select a maximum of 8 photos to include your project. Less would be fine, but definitely no more. Choose only your best work for publication. Write a minimum of 1200 words. Try to create a story or guide that flows in a logical order and tells a story. When you submit your work, introduce yourself. In a few sentences, tell us who you are and why your project is relevant to the magazine. These are just a few basic tips we covered during our conversation. To discover more ways you can make your work grab a publisher’s attention, click the audio player below:   Podcast Links Individual Image Submission Form SPM Photographer Registration Page Tips for Creating a Photo Project Article Dragon Dictate Bob’s email: bob@streetphotographymagazine.com Ashley’s email: ashley@streetphotographymagazine.com  

Jackson Chapel Baptist Church’s worshipper About This Episode Diana Bagnoli Today we’ll talk more about the eyes on Main Street Festival which takes place every year in Wilson North Carolina. Our friend photojournalist Keith Dannemiller introduced me to this festival not long ago when he shared a project that he started as the artist in residence there back in December Back in December 2017. Since then I’ve been reading a lot about the festival and I was amazed at what they’re doing. It’s a large outdoor and indoor photography Festival that features 100 photographs by 100 photographers one 100 days. Some are very prominent like Steve McCurry, Alex Webb, Martin Parr, John Feely and Keith Dannemiller while others are emerging photographers from around the world. I believe they said that 38 different countries are represented. The festival takes place from April 21 through July 29. Here’s a link to the festival website so you can check it out for yourself. If you’re not familiar with Wilson North Carolina, it’s to small town just off of Interstate 95 at Route 264. They also have Amtrak station, which makes it convenient for anyone in the east The exhibition started by artistic director, Jerome De Perlinghi who teaches at Columbia College in Chicago. Our guest today is Diana Bagnoli who just finished her time in Wilson as the artist in residence for the month of February. Diana is a a very creative freelance photographer, photojournalist and environmental portrait photographer who has photographed documentary projects around the world. She spent the month of February in Wilson as the artist in residence where she was able to photograph the city in the residence of Wilson from our own perspective. Will share some of those photos in the article for this show. I spoke to Diana on February 28 just as she was wrapping up her project and preparing to return home to Italy. I was so glad I was able to to catch up with her before she left. Links to Diana’s Work Diana Bagnoli’s Website Diana Bagnoli’s Instagram A Selection of Diana’s Photos From Wilson A Selection of Diana’s Photos From Other Projects Quyllur Rit’i, that in Quechua means “Snow Star”, is a pagan and religious festival held annually at the Sinakara Valley in the Cusco Region of Peru that join together shamans and indigenous populations of the Andes with large groups of devoted Catholics. It is a 8km pilgrimage from the Mahuayani village until the Sinakara glacier, 5000m high, where Catholic and pagan people dance and sing for seven days. The pilgrimage to the Señor de Qoyllur Riti shrine has been recently included on the Unesco Cultural and Natural Heritage list. Ukukus ethnic group use to dance and beat themselves with a whipe, they play pranks and keep order among pilgrims. ukuku represents a trickster man-bear whose leads the procession and whose main function is to retrieve the holy water from Lord Qoyllur Rit’i and pass it on to the peasants, who use it for medicinal purposes. The curanderos Mario Cubas is protecting a peasant woman in her house from the evil eye.The curandero is the only person who has the skills and ability to fight off mal de ojo (the evil eye), or even to put curses on someone: “as exists good and bad in the world, somebody works in white magic and somebody else in black one”, said Mario.Tlacotepec, Sierra Negra, Puebla. On the Titicaca lake, in Perù, there is a small island with a shaman and a beautiful sky. The shaman is a healers who operate through spirituality and magic, there are still few of them and for the most part, they are elderly people, holders of an ancestral wisdom, verbally handed down from their ancestors.This is a long exposure picture at 5 in the morning, before going to fish with Isidro, the shaman of the island.

Des Byrne, a late bloomer in photography, founded Irish Street Photography Group. He shares insights on organizing groups, exhibits, and workshops. Discover the art of bringing street photographers together through collectives, workshops, and clubs.

Each week we receive hundreds of submissions from our community to be considered publication in the Street Shooters of the Month section of the magazine. It’s a pleasure to view so many excellent street photos but quite difficult to decide which 6 will make the cut for the monthly issue. This week Ashley and I decided to begin a new tradition an choose our favorites for all of 2017. That was even more difficult that making the monthly choices. We each chose our favorite photo in each of five broad categories. They are: Storytelling, Humor, Minimalist, Timing and Street Portraits. Below are our selections, each with a link back to the original issue. But be sure to listen to the podcast to listen to our discussion. Finally….Congrats to the winners. It was a very tough competition. Storytelling Ashley’s Choice Missed the train.. by John Bastoen Saw this man watching the timetables after missing his train. What is his destination, his purpose of travelling.. little mysterious. Photographed in the wonderful station of liege guillemins in Belgium. See it in the November 2017 Issue Bob’s Choice Untitled by Hal Padgett The annual Opening of the Beaches parade in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. A long procession of vintage first-response vehicles crept along in the scorching wake of Shriners’ clown cars and go-karts. Suddenly this girl popped up in the window of an early 1960s ambulance. See it in the May 2017 Issue Humor Ashley’s Choice ” Baby Driver” by Des Byrne Someone described this photo as being scary I’m not too sure why? Someone told me not to share the story behind the image, because it then loses it magic or appeal, so I have decided not to say who the child or people are, or the story behind it….so please use your imagination and enjoy… See it in the November 2017 Issue Bob’s Choice Subway David by Nei Valente A train in NYC. See it in the February 2017 Issue Minimalist Ashley’s Choice Auburn hair by Stefano Compagnucci The project Spazio sazio stems from the idea that everyday places have a lot to say, and that their features constitute a delicate, sentimental geography. Colors become geometry, and support the structure of memory. See it in the April 2017 Issue Bob’s Choice Existence against the Eclipse by Zahid Rahman See it in the March 2017 Issue Timing Ashley’s Choice Untitled by Katarzyna Kubiak Photography made during my holidays in Greece. In the picture, the moment when people are preparing to leave Aqua Park See it in the October 2017 Issue Bob’s Choice Down The Rabbit Hole by Jeffrey De Keyser Denderleeuw (Belgium), 2017. See it in the April 2017 Issue Street Portrait Ashley’s Choice Untitled by Hal Padgett Daytona Beach boardwalk during October’s Biketoberfest.. Near sunset. In a raging nor’easter just one week after Hurricane Matthew had thrashed Florida’s northeast coast. I happened upon these three teenagers and asked if I could photograph them. It was all over in 20 seconds. See it in the August 2017 Issue Bob’s Choice Mexico City, 2017 by Cory Zimmerman A young lady’s long gaze from a Mexico City transit bus. Many people opt for the bus in the midday heat of Mexican capital of 20 million. See it in the June 2017 Issue

David Jackson is a UK native who ended up living in China thanks to one very unexpected chain of events. Though his interest in photography dates back to his earlier years, it wasn’t until he found himself living in a very foreign environment that he began to feel the need to document all the goings on around him more consistently. Since then, street photography has become a big part of his life. During our conversation with David, we take a look at three of his early images. He has since upgraded his gear, but each of the images we reviewed were taken with the trusty little point and shoot (a Canon IXUS to be precise) he started out with. David has an excellent eye for interesting subjects and situations and we thoroughly enjoyed evaluating his work. Click on the audio player below to hear a little more of David’s story and what Bob and I had to say about David’s images.   Photo 1 Ashley’s Comments This shot is composed so nicely! Unicycle man is framed just right. The lines of his unicycle draw the eye upwards very naturally and the symmetry on either side of him draws attention to the image’s many layers, which begin in the dark area you are shooting from and then fold out to reveal the texture of the ground, the boy, the crowd, the buildings, the rooftops and finally the sky. The many layers are what really make this interesting to me. Even more so than the characters, though I do like them too. The height difference, and especially the boy’s stance (which looks almost challenging) tell a story of one of those brief connections you have with someone you don’t expect to connect with. I find this image very interesting, it definitely draws my attention enough for me to take a second look. What could improve this image? I would say clarity. I think if you could make out the boy’s face and/or the faces in the crowd the story would shift from the boy to the performer. From the faces of others you could form an idea of the performer, which I think would make this image tell an even stronger story – one of a single individual as told by a crowd. In that case, I think it would be less about the artful layers and more about the human story. Generally, those stories make for the most powerful images. Bob’s Comments I like the way the entertainer and boy are isolated in a triangle of light under the overhang in the foreground of the frame. It helps draw attention to them. However, the boy’s face is in shadow, so I think would help to burn it in a bit in post. Also, I find my eyes begin to be drawn away from the subjects by the much lighter crowd in the background. I think darkening the crowd a little would help keep the viewer’s attention on the subjects. Photo 2 Ashley’s Comments I love this image. It really draws me in because (1) I can’t really tell what is happening and (2) it looks very intimate, almost uncomfortably so and (3) the colors are amazing. So, one by one in no certain order: The neon background really makes this image outstanding. It creates a contrast with the older people for some reason. Like the concepts of old and new clashing. I love that about it, it really creates tension. The fact that I don’t really know what’s going on makes me look a little harder and longer. The position of your subjects and your proximity to them really make this shot though. You got close, and they seem to acknowledge you but at the same time seem to be so into one another that they don’t care that you are there – as if they were two teenagers – and they hold that intimate pose anyway. It’s very raw and very human. The story it tells me is that even as we age we continue to seek affection. Big “capturing the human element” points on this one. Bob’s comments I really like portraits of older people because their faces are so interesting. This one is no exception. Their expressions really draw me in and make me wonder what their lives are like. I also like the fact that the man is looking at you while the lady is off in her own world. The bright green background makes it even more interesting due to the contrast it creates. This is my favorite of the group. Photo 3 Ashley’s Comments So this image definitely tells a story, but it’s an uncomfortable truth I guess you could say, which makes for a touchy subject. What I like is the contrast between the woman and the baby. There’s harmony between them because of their shared situation but also since they seem to be leaning in towards one another, but at the same time, their gazes immediately convey a sense of the huge gap between innocence and maybe cynicism, hope and weariness. That’s a powerful story, but it’s a hard one to tell without giving the viewer a feeling that you may have stripped the dignity from a person who needs it the more than most. I think that could be a problem with this image, despite the good documentary and story-telling facets. Bob’s Comments At first I didn’t think much about this one as on the surface it appears to be another photo of unfortunate street people. But unlike many photos that grab your attention as a thumbnail, this one requires closer study which will pays benefits to the viewer. The triangles formed by the woman’s sitting position make for a pleasing composition while the child’s expression draws you in. In China (and just about every place else) you see many people like this on the street. We tend to look the other way as we go about our business. But your photo gives us an opportunity to take a closer look, in comfort of our homes, to see these people as fellow human beings. See more of David’s work on Flickr.

  Our guest today is Ray Anello who is recently retired from the Newsweek magazine, so it’s a real honor to speak to somebody who worked for such a prestigious publication. Ray grew up in a traditional Italian immigrant neighborhood in New York during the 1950s and 1960s. And he says in those days everybody was on the street all the time and it shaped how he approaches photographing on the streets today. Ray now lives in the suburbs of Los Angeles were sometimes it’s quite difficult to find good places to shoot on the street. If you’ve never been to LA, people drive everywhere and walk very little. In fact it can be downright dangerous to walk in some of the suburban areas due to the high traffic volume. Ray is a relatively new to street photography but he has jumped in with both feet. In fact after only a few months he purchased a Leica. now that’s commitment. Many people could be envious of Ray, because he now has plenty of time to follow his passion. In the process he recently rode the Amtrak on the West Coast to find interesting subject matter and now he’s planning other trips to further sharpen his skills. One of Ray’s influences is William Klein. He recently wrote a very interesting article about Mr. Klein which will be published in our January issue very soon. It’s really good, so don’t miss it. But in the meantime sit back grab a beverage and and listen to Ashley and I speak with Ray Anello. Some Recent Photos of Ray’s from his Beach Light project The shops on Venice Beach have always fascinated me. It’s where I find crowds of people taking in the late afternoon mood of the beach. (Late afternoon is when I usually shoot.) The bearded man above was just sauntering along, leaning back a bit he was so relaxed. And I liked how dark and shadowy he was compared to all the goods hung out on the storefront and the display of tee shirt designs above him. This combination—of the man with the setting—has the feel of Venice Beach for me. I think folks come to the beach promenade to unwind, to people-watch as well as to shop. It makes me realize what a gathering-place a spot like this can be. I also just happen to like clutter and crowded areas. As if life itself thrives on a kind of closeness. This is also a very Venice Beach kind of moment. This taken as the sun was going down. I do love shadowy figures highlighted a certain way. The folks here are dark and it’s intriguing to me that they themselves cast long shadows. (And the palm trees in the background seem like straight-standing shadows.) In spite of all the folks gathering on the beach at this time there’s always a sense of stillness. As if everyone is collectively holding their breath. This shot has that sense of stillness for me. – Ray Anello About Ray Anello I’m a photographer and writer living in Venice Beach, California. My current project is to continue shooting Venice Beach and Santa Monica. I’m fascinated by the beach light and how it affects everything and everyone. When I’m not shooting I’m writing a memoir of my childhood growing up in New York. As a boy I lived in a vibrant, immigrant Italian neighborhood. An experience that has had a lasting effect on me. It definitely has given me a keen sense of the street and why it matters.