There isn’t a subject in the world I’d less rather tackle than people. They’re so tricky and they just won’t sit still! And they get in the way of my beautiful compositions! I’m that person who waits patiently (or not) until someone has taken the hint and moved along, out of frame. But there are some places you have no hope of getting all to yourself, and I confess to trying to make an appealing picture of the above. Lovers and Paris! They go hand in hand, don’t they?
Can I count this as street photography? It was on the street.
Nor am I averse to spying from my bedroom window!
Barcelona now- that’s a city for fun. And FULL of people! But I avoided as many as I could.
I’ve always liked this harbour shot
And a statue is an easy target
But I struggled mightily with the bubble makers and shakers
I think I’d better go and practise some street photography and report back, don’t you? But I’m sure Yvette would agree it’s all about the fun, and I do try to have that.
Join me at Paula’s place for Thursday’s Special to see how it should be done.
restlessjo 
It’s funny Jo, I think I like a mix of both with & without people. Some vistas are just so beautiful, we love to capture them without a soul in sight. But then there times when I would love to just capture a face or the mood of someone standing in a particular place, but fear I might be intruding in their thoughts. That is when we need to get a little sneaky!
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I’m about as sneaky as a sledgehammer, Lynn, which probably accounts for my uselessness at street stuff. I’m happy to admire others work and acknowledge my limitations. 🙂
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Oh-la-la Jo I spotted some very “cheeky” shots. I must point them out to Jack, but I’m sure he will find them all by himself. I think people can enhance a scene and you have done very well with the bubble blower.
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Oh no! Don’t let Jack see! I don’t want to spoil his image of me 🙂 🙂 Thanks, darlin’.
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He’ll love you for these images!!!!
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I’d love to be able to do street photography and some times people add an interesting element to an image, but I get nervous taking people shots. Oh the harbour at Barcelona – wish I was there now and your photo is gorgeous, the Paris ones are cool too and some inspired cropping for your header 🙂
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It’s ages since i looked back through my Barcelona shots, Gilly, but they had me sighing too 🙂 Thanks for the nice comment about the header. I do so wish I could attach them to my posts but you get what you pay for, I suppose. 🙂 Happy weekend to you, hon.
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You use a pay for theme? I only pay for a space upgrade so far. Happy weekend to you to, mine will be busy with a craft fair tomorrow.
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No, I don’t, but if I did I understand that I could ‘fix’ the header. Too much of a skinflint 🙂 Hope you sell lots! I’ll need photo space very soon (or a new blog 😦 )
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>I’m that person who waits patiently (or not) until someone has taken the hint and moved along, out of frame.
Oh yeah, I’m with you on that! I even Photoshop out the ones who refuse to take the hint. 😉
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If I was that clever people might vanish forever! (me included 🙂 )
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I am one of those people too who like to wait, wait and wait and hopefully the person in my frame walks away before I take the shot. Sometimes that is annoying to my friends if they are with me 😀
I thought the people worked very well in your shots here, showing a city that is buzzing with life and enjoying the warmer weather. Fun in the sun 🙂
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I don’t imagine Ramblas has been shot without people since it was built, and where would be the point? I guess it’s a kind of selfishness in wanting a scene all to yourself, but hey- I’m selfish 🙂 Thank you!
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Maybe you just need to go early in the morning or during dawn to get a shot without people 😉
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I love those Paris photos! The light is wonderful. Sometimes you just have to go with it and allow people to be in your photos 🙂
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I could hardly ask the bride to move along, Ana 🙂 🙂 In that instance it might have been good to get a little closer but I love the composition as a whole.
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Great photos. I understand about trying to take a photo without people in it Jo. I discovered getting up at the crack of dawn was the best time to get photos of Venice without the crowds. Best time of day. No tourists around.
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Yes, I’ve done that too, Maureen, but not often. I tend to go and go and go when I’m on holiday- way beyond the point of my husband’s exhaustion. 🙂 He thinks there are too many hours in a day that starts before 9am.
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You may not like it, but you did well, Jo! Love the shots!
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Thank you very much, Angela. 🙂 I can’t claim much credit as a ‘street photographer’. I just liked the shots. 🙂
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Well, you may not have gotten what you wanted, but these are all great shots! The people, for me anyway, add to the energy of the pix.
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Yes, I think a lot of people feel that way. I’m probably just a control freak (as in- DON’T move!) 🙂 Thanks!
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You’ve got it all going on as a burgeoning Street Photographer Jo, in spite of your ‘allergy’ to photographing people. Loved the shots 🙂
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I’ve gotta learn to love them, Lisa, because they keep on getting in the way 🙂 Thanks a lot, hon.
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I’ve been to Barcelona and I loved it, so thank you for reminding me of how great it is. As for taking pictures of classic scenes without having people clutter the view. Not easy at all so I understand that all too well
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It would be a great city to practise proper street photography, Peter, because there’s always something going on. I’m much more drawn to beautiful vistas (and boats 🙂 )
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People in photos make them come to life for me, but I’m averse to cars. Your pix are all lovely, as ever.
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Thanks, Viv! You’re a sweetheart 🙂 I usually try to avoid cars in my shots too. Boats though are always welcome 🙂
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Hi, Jo – I’ve just found your blog and enjoyed a browse. I use photography extensively in travel articles and as inspiration for short stories, so your blog is right up my street (excuse the pun!).
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Nice to meet you, Susan. You’re excused 🙂 I’ll pop over and see where you’ve been in a little while. Cheers!
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Great collection.
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Thank you very much 🙂
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After tagging along on two photographic street workshops that Ron was involved in, I have an appreciation for the art. I have a lot to learn, but incorporating people into the shot is showing a living culture. Love the harbor shot and the one with the kids.
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I intend to practise, Lynne. (I started today 🙂 ) Is it beautiful there in Key West? What a daft question! 🙂
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A daft question, indeed, Jo. 🙂 Got back yesterday and It is absolutely gorgeous.there; a tropical paradise, but I feel like I’m the oldest one there. Sigh!
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Ah- oldest swinger in town! I think I’ll have to become a recluse, or go around with a bag over my head 🙂
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You, a spoiled sport? Never. What fun we could have together. The only bag you need is a shopping bag. 😎🌴⛵️🌺
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You got some great shots Jo. The first of the Louvre is my favourite of the three, I think because of its simplicity, and the one looking down from above is fabulous. I love street photography. I don’t know that I’m any good at it but I enjoy capturing real life. Also I too used to wait for all those pesky tourists to move out of the way. More recently, in most situations, I’ve decided to incorporate them into the shot with some interesting results.
Alison
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I think you’re right, Alison- it can make for some really interesting shots. My powers of observation are not one of my strong points though and I’m awfully good at missing a moving target 🙂
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I am not a photographer, but even I can appreciate the skill of turning one photo into three equally beautiful and compelling shots. Maybe the real challenge would be to go to a boring city and try your stuff there. 😉
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I kind of did that with Yarmouth, sans people, of course. They’re never going to be my forte. But I take your point and thank you for the compliment. 🙂
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Of course, I am not suggesting you go to a boring city… especially not for the fun of it!
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I can still find fun in boring places. Depends on your definition 🙂
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You didn’t do too badly Jo! 🙂 The harbour shot gets my vote too.
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I daren’t for the life of me attempt a ‘portrait’, Madhu. You should see some of the shots I’ve taken of Michael! Talk about an unwilling subject 🙂
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Hi Jo,
I’m always reluctant with street photos, when they have people in them that can be recognized, for privacy reasons. I might take these shots, but I usually don’t pubklish them in my blog(s).
Other than that, I do like to take street shots.
Have a great day,
Pit
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I really don’t enjoy to do it, Pit, and it shows in my photography. I cheated a little with today’s shots, but all’s fair in love and blogging, isn’t it? You too, hon! 🙂
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Will have to move on from flowers to folks one day.theres a great one in the local street of women working on the new cobbled stone road. I always feel self conscious and feel I should ask permission.
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I actually saw someone at work repairing a boat today and asked if I could take the shot. He just shrugged and carried on working, which was great. Go and give it a try and show us the result? 🙂
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Will do!
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