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Photography as Painting

Blur Cindy

There are many different way you can employ photography. One of them is to use the camera and lens like a paintbrush — seeking colors, textures, color combinations, and “still life” opportunities everywhere in everyday life!

Seeking wabi-sabi vibes

What I loved most about living in Kyoto for about a month in the past — discovering all these beautiful textures, colors, and “worn and weathered” vibes. Wabi-sabi — things, places, and objects which become MORE BEAUTIFUL as they age.

  • Texture

Seek a combination of the organic, patina, and natural materials. Things that rust, change, decay, or become more beautiful as they wear.

See like an artist, see yourself as an artist.

Painterly photographic vibes

Also approach painting vibes in your street photography. Shoot positive film color like presets. Look for long shadows and dramatic light.

Portrait painter

Lisbon, 2018 #cindyproject

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Beauty in the art of food

Even food can become a work of art! Shoot in good light, or use a flash in macro mode.

  • Seared lamb // Rosetta in Mexico City (Roma Norte)
    Seared lamb // Rosetta in Mexico City (Roma Norte)
  • Spaghetti with spicy sausage // Rosetta in Mexico City (Roma Norte)

There’s an art inherent in everything.

You’re not just a photographer, you’re also a visual artist. Thrive in your medium!

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Street Photography Starter Kit

street photography starter kit by ERIC KIM

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Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Photography Entrepreneurship

My brand-new Udemy Course, "Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Photography Entrepreneurship" now live!

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Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Mastering Photography

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ERIC KIM WORKSHOPS

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Unleash your creative potential:

2021:

  • April 10-11th, 2021: BOSTON / Discover Your Unique Voice in Photography Workshop [Register Intent Here]
  • May 1-2nd, 2021: CHICAGO / Street Photography Composition Masterclass [Register Intent Here]
  • May 22-22nd, 2021: NEW YORK CITY / STREET PHOTOGRAPHY MASTERCLASS by ERIC KIM [Register Intent Here]

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PHOTO JOURNAL

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