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Street photography is as much about the mind as it is the camera. Based on the distilled wisdom of legends like , Garry Winogrand , and Bruce Gilden , The Masterclass: Lessons for the Street 1. Proximity is Everything

As Robert Capa famously said, "If your photographs aren't good enough, you're not close enough". Physical closeness often creates a sense of emotional intimacy in a photo. 100 lessons from the masters of street photography

Study the legends, but don't be a slave to their rules. Eventually, you must break the "decisive moment" or "no-crop" dogma to find your own voice. Street photography is as much about the mind

Minimize "decision fatigue" by sticking to a single setup—typically a 35mm or 28mm lens. 4. Mindset & Ethics Physical closeness often creates a sense of emotional

Instead of centering your subject, pay attention to the corners of the frame. If the edges are strong, the center usually takes care of itself.

When you think you've "got the shot," keep clicking and take 25% more photos. The best moment often happens just after the one you expected.

To overcome the fear of shooting strangers, try sticking to a fixed distance of 0.7 meters (about one arm's length) for an entire month.