Shooting For Eye Contact In Shibuya
Creative Process, Shibuya, Leica, Monochrome Jeff Austin Creative Process, Shibuya, Leica, Monochrome Jeff Austin

Shooting For Eye Contact In Shibuya

Eye contact is paramount. It resonates with everyone; it doesn’t matter if you enjoy street photography or any other type of photography—we all grasp the impact of eye contact. Why is it so hard to capture it? For me, it is fear.

Fear of the unknown, to be more specific. How will they react to having their picture taken? When I show them, how will they respond to my rendering? All these thoughts, along with the calculations, mathematical and creative to take photographs, plow through my mind instantly—the click of the shutter button is merely the result of all that grey matter processing. If the math is correct, the sum will be a good image.

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Street Photography in Shibuya: A Love Affair.

Street Photography in Shibuya: A Love Affair.

Shibuya is among the most bustling places in the world. With its dazzling lights, vibrant energy, diverse commerce, exciting entertainment, and throngs of people—what's not to appreciate? While some suggest steering clear of Shibuya or Shinjuku because of the tourist crowds, it’s important to remember that people are simply people, and a great photo remains a great photo regardless of the setting.

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Refelctions of Shibuya
Reflections, Shibuya Jeff Austin Reflections, Shibuya Jeff Austin

Refelctions of Shibuya

It is so simple to shoot a reflection. There is as much glass as there are people in Tokyo. One could make a career of it if they were so inclined. Like any trend, reflection shots are "Romanticized," but as a photographer passionate about it, there is much to explore.

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