In case you are interested Ms. Jardin has a book out published by Rocky Nook :
(available as a paperback or epub)
NOTE: All photographs are with Fujifilm X100 series cameras. JPEG only never RAF.
STREET PHOTOGRAPHY ASSIGNMENTS 75 Reasons to Hit the Streets and Learn
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Street Performers Street Portraits Street Portrait with a Story Photographing the Back of People The Timeless Subject Gesture Silhouettes Sun Burst Rim Light Shadows Shafts of Light Golden Hour Blue Hour From Shadows into Light Night Photography Minimalist Approach in Urban Landscape Minimalist Approach in the Natural Environment Juxtapositions Interconnections Rain Reflections Double Exposures Creative Filter Creative Framing Creative Focusing Looking Up Looking Down Low Angle Leading Lines Negative Space Creating Tension Centering Letting the Subject Come at You Go Fishing Staging with a Billboard Eye Contact Sense of Place Using Signage Humor Looking In Looking Out Public Transportation Train Station Platforms Panning Slow Shutter Speed Camera Movement Abstract Humanity Without People in the Frame Eye Contact Rule of Thirds Centering Your Subject Creative Self Portraits Story in Multiple Frames Themes Hands Feet Umbrellas Hats Dogs Lovers Family Readers Bicyclists Color
Also, Frederik Van Johnson of TWiP just released a new video (2/17/2023) interview with Valérie Jardin talking about:
"In this episode, I speak with renowned street photographer Valerie Jardin to discuss her approach to capturing the beauty and drama of everyday life. Valerie shares her journey from amateur photographer to international workshop instructor and author, offering insights into the art and craft of street photography.
Through her work and teaching, Valerie emphasizes the importance of developing a personal style and vision, building relationships with subjects, and capturing the decisive moment. She also discusses the challenges of photographing in public spaces, including navigating legal and ethical issues and offers tips for approaching strangers and developing a keen eye for visual storytelling.
Whether you're an aspiring photographer or a seasoned pro, this conversation with Valerie Jardin will inspire and inform your approach to capturing the world around you."
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