Street Photography 101 Tutorial
Dear friend,
If you’re new to street photography, or want a quick refresher: here is a quick start to a basic overview of street photography:
…
June 2018
Fear Disguised as Reason
Inspired by Cindy, I wanted to write some ideas on how to overcome fear, especially when it is disguised as “reason”.
…
Josh White: Personal Street Photography
This post is dedicated to my friend and inspiration Josh White who taught me that photography is about a personal documentation of your life, your loved ones, and your life journey:
…
Brandon Phan: Poetic Photographic Collages
Brandon Phan (very good friend of mine) is one of the most innovative photographers I know: combining portraiture, landscape, travel, and poetry/collages to his photographic work:
…
You Always Have Another Option!
Dear friend,
A little epiphany I had: you always have another option in life, regardless of how trapped, enslaved, or stuck you might feel!
…
Prototype: New Pro Henri Wrist Strap (Crema Brown)
Prototype of the new Pro HENRI Wrist Strap. Email Cindy at hapticindustries@gmail.com if you’re interested.
…
Prototype: New Pro Henri Wrist Strap (Crema Brown)Read More »
How to Make a Living From Your Passion in Photography
Dear friend, I believe it is possible to make a living from your passion. I will try to use this essay as an attempt to flesh out my ideas on how to do it– as a practical guide for you!
…
How to Make a Living From Your Passion in PhotographyRead More »
8 Lessons George Bernard Shaw Has Taught Me About Philosophy and Life
I was randomly surfing the web, and randomly came across the work of George Bernard Shaw, and I am super-inspired. George Bernard Shaw is probably one of the wisest, most badass, and empowering philosophers/writers/aphorists that I have come across.
…
8 Lessons George Bernard Shaw Has Taught Me About Philosophy and LifeRead More »
Yves Vernin: Ethnologist and Street Photographer
Yves Vernin is a good friend of mine, and in my opinion — one of the most talented contemporary color street photographers.
…
Chu Viet Ha: Epic Surrealist Street Photographer from Hanoi
Chu Viet Ha: one of the most epic street photographers, with his use of layers, color, and surrealism:
…
Chu Viet Ha: Epic Surrealist Street Photographer from HanoiRead More »
The Camera is Mightier than the Sword
Dear friend,
How can you use photography as a tool for empowerment and positive social change?
…
10 Lessons Philip Jones Griffiths Has Taught Me About Photography
Philip Jones Griffiths: one of the ultimate photojournalists of history:
…
10 Lessons Philip Jones Griffiths Has Taught Me About PhotographyRead More »
Peter Phan: Poetic Photography Philosophy
Peter Phan is a friend and a little brother of mine, who is going to London to study Photography and Philosophy. Expect to see more of his work here, I consider his work pure poetry, and see a lot more greatness to come from him:
…
INFINITISM
Dear friend,
I am the ultimate anti-nihilist. I believe in infinite optimism, hope, and meaning in life.
…
Follow Your Own Inner-Truth
1988 was the year I was born
Born to help others and to placate the masses
…
Saigon Visual Diary v1
First batch of photos from LA->SAIGON: Shot on Lumix G9, Leica 12mm f/1.4 lens (24mm full-frame equivalent) x ERIC KIM PRESETS:
…
How to Shoot Like a Child
My new photographic inspiration is my 3 year old niece Amelia. She shoots photos with “Amelia TV” (her codename for her iPad mini) without hesitation, and with so much joy and wonderment!
…
STREET HUNT Review in Mexico City by Frederik Trovatten
Frederik Trovatten takes STREET HUNT through the streets of Mexico City.
>> Street Hunt Print Edition in Haptic Shop (Ships Internationally)
>>Â Street Hunt Mobile Edition
>>Â Street Hunt Mobile on Kindle
…
STREET HUNT Review in Mexico City by Frederik TrovattenRead More »
10 Tips How to Fill the Frame in Photography
Very simple photography tip: Fill the frame with a certain color, certain visual element, or your subject to make a more engaging/interesting photo!
…
Do You Like Looking at Your Own Photos?
Dear friend,
A simple idea and question to ask yourself,
“Do you like to look at your own photos?”
…
Look Up! 16 Photography Composition Perspective Tips
Dear friend,
A very simple photography composition tip: Look up!
…
Look Up! 16 Photography Composition Perspective TipsRead More »
Never Stop!
Dear friend,
A philosophical idea: to live a more epic and fulfilling life, never seek an “end”; instead, seek to create, produce, and make stuff, forever, until you die!
…
Is There an Optimal Diet, Exercise, and Lifestyle Routine for Photographers and Visual Artists?
Dear friend,
Something I want to talk with you about (that nobody has ever really covered): is there an ideal diet, workout routine, or lifestyle which will help you be more inspired/motivated/creative as a photographer, visual artist, philosopher, or cinematographer? I think there is.
…
14 Lessons Abbas Kiarostami Has Taught Me About Cinema, Art, and Life
“Photography is the mother of cinema.” – Abbas Kiarostami
…
14 Lessons Abbas Kiarostami Has Taught Me About Cinema, Art, and LifeRead More »
Love is Empowering Your Partner
Today is my two-year wedding anniversary with Cindy, and wanted to reflect on love. What is love? Why is love important? How is love manifested in a relationship?
…
7 Lessons Abbas has Taught Me About Photography
Rest in peace Abbas; your legacy and images live on!
…
7 Lessons Gilles Peress Has Taught Me about Photography, Life, and Composition
Gilles Peress: a photographer who I admire. He shoots with his heart, and seeks to use his photography as a tool to enact positive change in the world. Not only that, but his compositions are magical.
…
7 Lessons Gilles Peress Has Taught Me about Photography, Life, and CompositionRead More »
Why I Love Street Photography
Dear friend,
After studying a lot of cinema, and doing random long walks in the park here in Saigon, while also studying the work of Gilles Peress (His Iran series), I had a huge epiphany on why I love street photography so much: the ability for me to make beautiful pictures/visual-art, in a random, chaotic, unpredictable setting (the streets), chat with people (strangers, and open up my heart to them), to travel and see the world, and have fun compositional-visual puzzle games!
…
Part 1: Philosophy and Cinematography of Full Metal Jacket
I just finished watching ‘Full Metal Jacket‘, and have a lot of food for thought. Warning: the film is extremely graphic, and there are a lot of spoiler alerts ahead.
…
Part 1: Philosophy and Cinematography of Full Metal JacketRead More »
What is Your Self-Directed Purpose in Life?
Dear friend,
An empowering thought: realize that in life, you have the power to dictate your own purpose in life!
…
Arabesque (Curve) Composition
One of the most elegant compositions we can incorporate into our visual artistry: the arabesque (curve):
…
Distraction is the Enemy
Dear friend,
A realization: in life, distraction is the enemy— nobody/nothing else.
…
Study Human Anatomy and Drawing to Make Better People Photos
Practical tip: Study human anatomy to better understand the human body, to make better photos of people/portraits!
…
Study Human Anatomy and Drawing to Make Better People PhotosRead More »
The Joy of Producing
Dear friend,
A revelation: to find more joy and happiness in life, produce more!
…
Part 2: MATRIX Philosophy and Cinematography
Live Today Like it Were Your Last
Dear friend,
Currently in Saigon, and pondering– how can you live the best possible life, and what does that even mean?
…
Singapore Conquer Your Fears in Street Photography Workshop (July 21-22, 2018)
Dear friend,
Don’t miss your chance to take your street photography to the next level at my upcoming Singapore Conquer Your Fears in Street Photography Workshop (July 21-22, 2018):
…
Singapore Conquer Your Fears in Street Photography Workshop (July 21-22, 2018)Read More »
Part 1: MATRIX Philosophy and Cinematography
Dear friend,
I just finished re-watching the MATRIX; and oh man, this movie is so epic– not only in terms of the concept behind the film, but the ‘pop philosophy’ sayings are pretty good as well. And the cinematography is pretty solid as well.
…
