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  ## Photography Genres

 For those who like labels, I have labelled some of my best work for you

 

 

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##  [ Travel ](https://sean-smith.net/photography/travel/) 

 

 

 

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## Articles

 

 [             ![2024 May 031 car red only popped](https://sean-smith.net/uploads/images/_745x497_crop_center-center_100_none_b9b9b9_ns/2024-May-031-car-red-only-popped.jpg)   ](https://sean-smith.net/articles/selective-color/) [## Selective Color

Selective color, sometimes referred to as color popping, works by turning an image black and white while keeping the subject in color. Done well, it creates strong contrast and directs attention exactly where you want it. Done poorly, it can feel heavy-handed and distracting rather than effective.

 

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 [             ![2024 May 059](https://sean-smith.net/uploads/images/_745x497_crop_center-center_100_none_b9b9b9_ns/2024-May-059.jpg)   ](https://sean-smith.net/articles/gear-is-not-important-in-street-photography/) [## Gear Is Not Important in Street Photography

A look at photographers' obsession with using the best gear for street photography. Is it important to have the latest and greatest gear?

 

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  > I just walk around, observing the subject from various angles until the picture elements arrange themselves into a composition that pleases my eye.

  – Andre Kertesz