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Thanks John! Exactly. People are so self-absorbed that the rest of us are invisible (except the guys with long lenses who stand out like sore thumbs). We just need to get it into our heads that we're not doing anything wrong (which, of course, we're not). The confidence usually comes with...

Ah but - killer question coming - are they any good? I've no idea about your work, Andrew, and I am sure it is excellent, but I must say that most of the people I've encountered who shoot with a long lens end up with random pictures of random people doing nothing very interesting. Me too. I've...

No problem Andrew - maybe street photography is just not for you!

Hi Josh - maybe sign-up for my street photography newsletter - we often discuss this issue. It also comes up for discussion on the Street Photography Club group on facebook - it's always good to hear how others approach similar difficulties. Good luck!

The problem with the long lens approach is that it eliminates any intimacy and sense of 'being there'. Look at street photographers through history, from the pioneers of the early 20th century to the outstanding street shooters of today (professionals and amateurs alike), you'll find the vast...

Thanks for sharing my video, @gramps :)

Would be good to have you aboard, Kris - please have a look at my website :-)

Thanks very much Morris!

There's plenty you can do to minimise your fear / unease / discomfort of shooting in public places. I made a YouTube video on this very subject - do have a look :)

Haha, hi Lee. I was probably running a workshop at the time :-)

Sorry about that. I'll try harder.

Thanks very much Ben :-)

This year is already looking way busier. Just booked our stand and there were only a couple of options left.

If you’re a street photographer and you're visiting The Photography Show this year, I’m doing 4 talks: Saturday 3.30pm - ‘10 killer tips for street photography’ (Shutter Street Stage) Monday 1.30pm - ‘Build your street photography confidence’ (Shutter Street Stage) Monday 3pm - ‘How to set up...

If you’re into street photography and visiting The Photography Show, I’m doing 4 talks this year: Saturday 3.30pm - ‘10 killer tips for street photography’ (Shutter Street Stage) Monday 1.30pm - ‘Build your street photography confidence’ (Shutter Street Stage) Monday 3pm - ‘How to set up your...