The advice about finding the location and then lurking is sound. You get the backdrop and wait for the right 'actors' to walk onto the set. For a street photograph to be successful it needs to be more than just a snap -it should have a story to tell. I usually look for juxtapositions with a figure walking into a scene that is totally incongruous to the way they appear or where there's a colour match, or even a clash. Some, like Tim, use wide angle and shoot from the hip, my preferred method for sneaky snaps is to use a 135mm lens and keep a bit further back so you are unobtrusive.
Keep shooting but take my advice and don't follow Tim too closely. He often hangs around banks to grab shots - and that could be extremely hazardous.
Keep snapping, in the UK at least you are not breaking the law when shooting in a public place despite what some people might try to tell you. But I avoid shooting children, unless I get parental permission first.
David

The 2nd and 3rd shots are very appealing. I like the strong silhouettes which add foreground interest to the scene.
David

The images are of high quality and you've caught the action very well. The panning is expert.
David

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The winter was grim in Jesmond Cemetery, Newcastle's well known 19th century burial place. I was amazed how overgrown this sacred place had become. But it was a photographer's paradise. C+C welcome, and yes, I know #3 is leaning.
That's the angle at which it was leaning and I left it like that.
David

I have sensor issues with my K5, admittably not as serious as some people's. But I wouldn't consider any other camera, it's strong points far outweigh the fixable black spot problem.
David

Is it only a year Andrew? It seems like you have been with us for ages, and most welcome you are too. More than 1600 posts and a portfolio of quality photos, not bad in 12 months.
David

Lovely stuff. Its good to see examples of fun in the snow as opposed to dreadful stories of transport blocks and people trapped.
David

I've just checked my K5 and Alfipics seems to be correct. With SR activated there was a slight hum when the live view was on. The noise went with the SR off. I would never have noticed if Rob hadn't mentioned this as I usually have my eye wedged against the camera, not my ear.
Also I'm unlikely ever to use either video or live view.
David

I agree with John. The window scene is just great.
David

Just a thought Ted. You and Tozza come from the Wirral. It's between Merseyside and Wales so does that make you Scaffies or Towcers?
David