SUMMARY
Tim Jamieson presents a five-step approach to creating layered street photographs, inspired by the techniques of photographers like Jason Eskenazi, Alex Webb, Constantine Manos, Sage Sohier, and Nikos Economopoulos. The method begins with establishing background geometry, then introduces a stationary 'anchor' element to stabilize a plane, followed by placing human action in the midground. This approach contrasts with shallow depth of field, advocating for small apertures and wide-angle lenses to ensure all layers are sharp and readable. Patience and careful positioning are key to successfully composing these multi-layered scenes.
TAKEAWAYS
Build layered street photos by starting with background geometry.
Use a stationary 'anchor' element to stabilize a frame's plane.
Employ small apertures and wide-angle lenses for sharp, readable layers.
Patience and precise positioning are crucial for successful composition.