New York City Workshop

After photographing every building and tourist sight here in Istanbul, I found I had a need to to learn more about street photography.  After signing up for a few classes at Kelby Training, I found Jay Maisel.  I couldn't believe my ears!  He was saying everything I thought I needed to hear.  So, on my way back to Istanbul, I stopped in new York City for a workshop with Jay Maisel.   is a very interesting man with a great wealth of experience.  He has a pretty easy harsh style and believe it or not he is very endearing.  

I would like to tell you that I learned a whole lot that that I could put right into action, but I can't.  It will take me months to digest everything that was said.  As I read back over our course pack, "The Monster", I am very sure that I will have those moments when I say to myself ". . . that is what he was talking about!" . . . and to tell the truth, I have already had a few of those.  

The following pictures were not all submitted for "crit" -- and unfortunately I did do some editing on more than a few.  He wants to see them straight out of camera, unedited and uncropped!  Regrettably, I have used that as a crutch over the years.  However, I am inspired to pay closer attention to my corners, focus and exposure.  I truly want to become a better photographer!