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Yesterday, I snapped a photo of a couple arguing, and now I'm questioning if I crossed a line.
I mean, on one hand, it was a raw, human moment that defines street photography. But idk, maybe it's just me, but capturing private distress feels exploitative. Curious to hear where others draw the line.
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lisag607mo ago
Ugh, that's sketchy. Street photography shouldn't mean violating people's privacy during vulnerable moments. You probably knew it was wrong when you took it.
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charles_bell7mo ago
Have you ever stopped to think about when a street photo becomes too personal? I used to be all about capturing 'real life' without asking (it felt like honest art, you know?), but @lisag60's comment about vulnerable moments made me rethink that. It's like, if you know it's wrong when you're taking it, why do it? Now I see that respecting privacy should come before getting a cool shot. That shift in view has honestly made me more careful about what I point my camera at.
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