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After this session of street portraits i realized that the camera is the least important element in my photography. I used to think a drug addict was someone w...
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After this session of street portraits i realized that the camera is the least important element in my photography. I used to think a drug addict was someone who lived on the far edges of society. Wild eyed, shaven headed and living in a filthy squat. That was until I became one.. - (Kemp)
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Location
The Portrait was taken outdoor on the tiresome notorious streets of Tsakane a Township on the far East Rand of Johannesburg, South Africa. Nicknamed "Mashona" (The Last Town. Part of a My on Going Portrait Home SeriesTime
Shot taken 2017, in the afternoon on a sunny day. This is my most hood famous Portrait and many say my first self defining Portrait within my vicinity. After a week of interviewing my subject.Lighting
nothing but natural lighting provided by the sunny day, allowing me to capture the crisp & the hard texture intended. As well as a reflector, directing more light to the subject.Equipment
Just My First Camera , a gift from Pops. A nikon D50, 7 years agoInspiration
Finding Home & Self. Eager to Grow , evolve , connecting with the inner self. As well as the environmental impact/ influence by misguided or misleading media and television. After this session of street portraits i realized that the camera is the least important element in my photography. I used to think a drug addict was someone who lived on the far edges of society. Wild eyed, shaven headed and living in a filthy squat. That was until I became one.. - Nyaope Boy (Kemp)Editing
Yes , Grading, to increase the depth & contrast on the colour adjustments to suit my desire lookIn my camera bag
Two Cameras with different lense types. Laptop. Tripod.Feedback
Pick The Perfect Background For Your Subject. Prepare Your Portrait Subject For The Shoot. Ensure Your Subject Is Well Lit and Study , plan your shots. Lastly , always try to break your rules of engagement with the art. For a better perspective
