Motorcycles Street Scene
From Josh Anon/ DPA instructor in San Francisco
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I often carry a Sony RX1 with me, as it’s got great image quality in a very compact form factor. I don’t always want to carry a big DSLR. Especially on photo trips, when I’m in a different environment, even when I’m not shooting my main subjects, I often see opportunities for interesting photos that make me want a camera. This street scene is one such example, as I saw it while leaving dinner in China, near Mongolia one evening. I liked the row of bikes and the people walking, as it captured how the town felt. The converging lines into the distance added depth and visual intensity, and the warm colors on the signs provided a nice balance to the cool shadows. And as I framed up a shot, I saw a car starting to drive down the street. I quickly focused and shot a burst, getting the car in different positions. It was sheer luck that this one guy looked back at me (it’s possible I swore when I saw the car and rushed to get the shot setup), creating a nice connection between the photo and the viewer. Sony RX1 at 35mm, f/2, 1/80 sec, ISO 6400