It’s much less conspicuous to be taking pictures from waist-level. In some areas, yes, it does seem more appropriate. Some people are shy and don’t like to have their picture taken (though this clearly doesn’t apply to this specific image). I also think it’s a fun experiment — makes you shoot differently and it gives your images a different perspective.
Someone really doesn’t want to have that bike stolen. The lock looks ancient, along with the bike and chair. Hey, at least they have an extra bike tube, just in case. :o) Great composition and I love the colors.
It is so nicely framed and composed (except for that unfortunuate lump in the bottom left), that it is hard to believe you shot it from waist level! Unlike your previous posts, there is no hint that this was taken in China. It serves as an intriguing street story nonetheless. Nice shot!
Nice muted colors, soft lighting. Just now looking through this wonderful blog – especially enjoy the travel photos, which I do a lot of as well. Well done!
Robert
Love these pictures from China. Why are some of them shot at waist-level? Is picture taking looked down upon in certain areas?
anne [wideangle.ca]
It’s much less conspicuous to be taking pictures from waist-level. In some areas, yes, it does seem more appropriate. Some people are shy and don’t like to have their picture taken (though this clearly doesn’t apply to this specific image). I also think it’s a fun experiment — makes you shoot differently and it gives your images a different perspective.
beckn32
Someone really doesn’t want to have that bike stolen. The lock looks ancient, along with the bike and chair. Hey, at least they have an extra bike tube, just in case. :o) Great composition and I love the colors.
mari
Great shot. the dirt, rust, colors, awesome.
rahul kumar
Looks quite rustic and Indian, if I may say so… nice composition with the barred windows, chained bicycle and rotting sofa
john
Super offbeat photo and title!
mariner
At least it has spokes!
Carrie
I love the muted colours here, and how you could’ve gone either way with it (muted or super saturated). Good choice. Love the composition.
josh
It is so nicely framed and composed (except for that unfortunuate lump in the bottom left), that it is hard to believe you shot it from waist level! Unlike your previous posts, there is no hint that this was taken in China. It serves as an intriguing street story nonetheless. Nice shot!
jyoseph
I agree, a very cool shot. I love the textures the coloring of the wall in the background.
Aaron
Nice muted colors, soft lighting. Just now looking through this wonderful blog – especially enjoy the travel photos, which I do a lot of as well. Well done!
pierre
excellent, I like it a lot
Junior
Hello, nice site ! Good content, beautiful design, thank !
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I just love the weathered colours of the walls great shot.
Phil