One of the most important aspects of street photography is framing. This refers to the placement of your subject within the image. Poor framing can lead to a distracting image where the subject isn’t clear. However, the use of strong framing can lead the viewers’ eyes right to your subject and create a very compelling image.
In the connected image (above), I noticed a man looking through the window of the cafe, but needed to find a good way to frame him. Looking for leading lines, I decided to place the man at the end of the stair’s handrail. Furthermore, I decided to change the image to black and white, a common technique when the colors in the image distract from the subject. This image is just one example of how important framing is to create a powerful image.
A very interesting series I personally find very helpful to see the perspectives of other photographers is called Through The Lens. I would strongly recommend looking through this series on YouTube.
Drew Rein Photography 