Social Mirror

Social Mirror, blog by visual artist Craig Boehman. Discover the stories behind my work and explore exclusive insights. Social Mirror is my dedicated space for meaningful engagement and deeper conversations. Join me to connect beyond social media.

The stories behind my work and explore exclusive insights. Social Mirror is my blog and dedicated space for meaningful engagement and deeper conversations. Join me to connect beyond social media and experience the full journey of my creative process.

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OM TG-7 Street Photography Preview: My Predictions Before Testing

In my OM TG-7 Street Photography Preview, I predict how this rugged, waterproof camera will perform for street photography. Covering durability, image quality, autofocus, low light performance, battery life, and usability, I also share essential tips to avoid charging issues. Get insights before I put it to the test in real-world conditions.

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Sony ZV-1 Street Photography Hack: Fastest Way to Power On and Shoot

Transform your Sony ZV-1 from a vlogging camera into a street photography powerhouse with these simple tips. Learn how to use the power button effectively and discover a trick using the fully articulated screen for quick access. Enhance your street photography by positioning the LCD screen for protection and a classic look. Optimize your camera settings to improve image quality and capture stunning street scenes effortlessly.

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“Desolation” and Mixing Photography with AI

Explore Craig Boehman's venture into fine art with "Desolation," where street photography meets the innovative realms of Generative AI. Witness a fusion that challenges traditional boundaries, blending real-life captures with imaginative AI elements to craft Impressionist-inspired prints that redefine creativity in the digital age.

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The Benefits of Street Photography

Street photography has all kinds of benefits. I want to share a few of these with you because even if you’re not a hardcore enthusiast, you might be surprised by what the genre can do for you if you decide to pursue it even occasionally. I’m personally working on my ninth year of shooting street photography and I hope to be doing it for decades to come. Here’s what I’ve learned so far.

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Discover Your Purpose in Street Photography

Knowing your purpose in street photography is one thing; packaging it and presenting it to the world is quite another. I guess I’ve known all along what my purpose has been in street photography and photography in general: turning people into art. It may sound generic. It may sound too vague. After all, isn’t that what portrait painters do? Or any number of other artists, for that matter?

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7 Stupid Things That Street Photographers Do

Street photographers, like any photography enthusiast, do stupid things occasionally. And I’m not above it all; I’ve ticked most of the boxes on this list. The point is to learn and grow as street photographers and not repeat the same mistakes that hold us back.
I compiled the ‘7 Stupid Things That Street Photographers Do’ list based on my past mistakes and those of photographers I’ve explored the streets with over the past eight years in India and worldwide.

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