(Picture by Kane Feaver)
My name is Ade, I was born and raised in London and am currently living in Tokyo as a software developer.
Motivations
Taking portraits of strangers is becoming quite popular among photographers nowadays. I find that I normally see two types; 1) Complete focus on fashion with not much of a focus on technical photography 2) Technically sounds pictures that focus on repetition (taking the exact same headshot over and over again etc). What I strives for is a happy balance that incorporates a mix of good photography using composition and color theory and some elements of fashion.
For me it is more than just just collecting photos, the encounter and interaction is equally as important. The chance to meet new people and put a smile peoples face is priceless.
If you see me around Tokyo with a big film camera on my neck come say hi and I will take your picture.
Camera Gear
Most of these photos are shot using a Pentax67 medium format film camera. I use a 105mm (55mm on 35mm format) and a 165mm (85mm on 35mm format), a Sekonic light meter and various different color films. My current favorite film is Portra 400.
(Update) I recently bought a large format 4x5 camera and have been using that a lot recently.
Contact
The fastest ways to catch me is either by email ade(atmark)streetportraitist.com Or if you are on twitter catch me at @mrportraitist
