How we see things as photographers

Street photography is more than capturing moments—it’s about capturing perspectives. The French writer Anaïs Nin once wrote:

“We don’t see things as they are, we see them as we are.”

This quote resonates deeply with the essence of street photography, where every frame is filtered through the photographer’s inner world.

Take this black and white photograph, for example.

On the left, a man sits inside a café, absorbed in his phone, shielded by glass, surrounded by the quiet hum of indoor life. On the right, an older gentleman strides past, dressed sharply, clutching a book under his arm—perhaps on his way to a meeting, or maybe just enjoying a solitary walk. Two lives, two stories, captured in a single frame, yet separated by a pane of glass and a world of context.

Photo from the Rome workshop in May.

To one viewer, this might be a story of isolation and routine. To another, it might speak of contrast—youth and age, stillness and motion, digital and analog. And to someone else, it might simply be a beautiful composition of light, shadow, and timing.

That’s the magic of street photography: it invites us to see the world not just as it is, but as we are.

Join the Story

If this kind of storytelling through the lens excites you, I invite you to join one of my upcoming Street Photography Workshops. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your eye, these sessions are designed to help you:

• Learn the best settings for your camera
• Know how light is an essential part of photography and how to use it
• See the extraordinary in the ordinary
• Learn how to anticipate and capture candid moments
• Understand the emotional and narrative power of composition
• Develop your unique photographic voice

📍 Location: European cities with lots of history and character
📅 Dates: The calendar already covers 2025 and 2026
📸 Bring: Any camera (even your phone), curiosity, and a good pair of walking shoes

Let’s walk the streets together and learn to see—not just with our eyes, but with our hearts.

Photo from the Rome workshop in May.