For strangers just say “hey I’m a photographer student, hobbiest, whatever. I really like your (insert compliment) can I take a picture of you.” If they say no just keep moving and say have a good day.
Ever feel the urge to do something nice but your inner dialogue immediately talks you out of it? I saw this couple with a tripod trying to get the perfect photo.i snapped some candids before i asked them if they needed any help. Language barrier almost got us but we walked each other through it. They were grateful. SO INCREDIBLY grateful. There’s still good people in this world. Sometimes it takes one to meet one.
Also how cute are they? I love, love!
okay this can be hit or miss but if I’m out like at a local market, gig or just walking through town there are always cool people around me and if I want to talk to them then I’ll just start with a compliment if they’re responsive that opens up a conversation and if not then you’ve just made their day a bit better! My main advice is just going out more and if someone seems cool TELL THEM!!
40-60 year old people get laid off daily after 15+ years in an industry and have to restart. You’re too young to even know life’s all about restarting and it’s all relative. Fall in love with the process of learning and it’ll never be scary. You might even end up loving what you pivot too. You’ll be fine.
