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Response to Just Another Street Shot

from Todd Frederick (fredrick@hotcity.com)
This is not intended as a criticism of the style, subject or technical quality of the posted photography...just an inquiry.

I guess I'm more of a traditionalist. I tend to do portraits (even street portraits) that have a predetermined purpose, and are more "crafted" as opposed to "impulsive." I'm not sure what the purpose is in "random street photography." That's why I have never been a fan of Winogrand, etc. I appreciate Arbus, Frank, Michaels (weird little stories), and even Rowlett!!!! heaven forbid!!! :>), but just a quick, impulsive, random point and shoot on the street leaves me wondering. Also, is there a purpose in the tilts? Winogrand was noted for this, although, when asked once, he responded, "What tilt?"

Again, this is not negative criticism...I would just like a discussion of random street photography...convince me! Todd

(posted 8619 days ago)

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