Documenting Local Lives Through The Lens Of A Film Photographer with Chrystofer Davis
#345 Chrystofer Davis, is a documentary film street photographer in Newark New Jersey. His work has been shared in the Metropolitan Museum, the Schomburg, and the Newark Museum. Hes able to connect with his subjects quickly have them relax and then take a portrait of them. In this interview Chrystofer shares how he got started in photography at a young age. Through a memorable experience with his parents on a trip to Nassau, Chrystofer was given a Fujifilm disposable camera and taken a picture of a stairway that was perfectly composed with the sun shining through the windows. This visually striking moment motivated him to pursue photography professionally.
The Big Ideas:
Timestamps:
00:09:01 Shoot with intention and passion.00:16:04 Film photography for archival purposes.00:22:45 Print photos for lasting memories.00:25:53 Impact one person at a time.00:30:07 Honor the past to build the future.00:38:59 Connect with kindness and enthusiasm.00:44:43 Be respectful and apologetic.00:46:10 Build rapport before photographing.00:56:57 Find a camera that fits you.00:58:13 Document people's stories.Resources:
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