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Street Photography: Capture the Life of Your City
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Master Street Photography
Chicago-based photographer trashhand shares the core techniques behind a thriving street photography practice. Four core topics guide the class: capturing authentic candids without staging, using blur to convey motion and energy, discovering compelling "look-up" angles that reveal new perspectives, and adapting these methods to night photography.
Trashhand demonstrates how consistent daily practice with these techniques has translated directly into commissioned brand work and personal growth as a photographer. The approach balances technical skill with spontaneity—being ready when compelling moments appear.
Whether you're building a personal portfolio or positioning yourself for professional gigs, these foundational skills accelerate your path forward.
About this course
In collaboration with VSCO, join trashhand, one of Skillshare's most popular photography teachers, as he shares insight on some of his favorite street photography techniques. While weaving through the streets of his native city Chicago trashhand covers four main topics as they relate to street photography: capturing authentic candids, utilizing blur to convey motion, finding compelling angles for "look-up" shots, and finally trying these techniques at night.
trashhand has been able to translate his love for photography into a promising career, and practicing shots like these on a daily basis has played a pivotal role. Whether you are looking to improve your personal photography or better position yourself for commissioned gigs with brands, this class will set you on the right path to fulfilling your photography goals.
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