6 techniques

Capturing fleeting, authentic actions (like the cyclist in motion, people interacting, or spontaneous scenes) freezes a unique slice of life, which is central to street photography’s ethos.

Many frames use the rule of thirds (e.g., subjects placed along intersecting lines) or central composition to balance elements, guide the eye, and create visual harmony (seen in how people, architecture, and landscapes are arranged).

The images feature multiple depth levels: foreground subjects and background scenery (like trees, buildings, or other people), adding richness and drawing viewers into the scene.

Elements like buildings, trees, or even other people are used to frame subjects, focusing attention and adding context (e.g., a shopfront framing a person, or trees framing a street scene).

Capturing people’s body language and movements (such as walking, talking, or engaging in daily activities) conveys emotion, story, and the rhythm of urban life.

Various shooting angles (high, low, side) and perspectives are employed to add dynamism—for example, emphasizing the scale of architecture or the intimacy of a human interaction.