Taking it to the Streets

I tend to be a solitary photographer, leaving my home with camera in hand as a kind of meditation, seeing what speaks to me as I observe my city. But on July 18^th, I will join a gang of strangers to participate in Scott Kelby’s 2^nd Annual Worldwide Photo Walk.

Photographers across the globe are already eagerly signing up, so leap in and join the party. Come July 19^th or so, we can meet back here and share our images from the day, comparing cities and views and perspectives on snapping photos next to strangers, some of whom may cross over into the category of new photo friends.

What do you say? Are you game? Tell us in comments in which city you’ve signed up to participate, and let’s see how wide we can spread the reach of Shutter Sisters to create a lovely palette of images. Last year participants created amazing photos. Let’s show what Shutter Sisters can do.

If your city’s walk is already full or there isn’t one scheduled close by, consider applying to be a leader. Be sure to come prepared with batteries fully charged and plenty of memory cards or film (yes, film!) Be bold, be different, have fun!

Images and words courtesy of Honorary Sister / Guest Bloggger Debbie Zeitman.

Comments

[kosenrufu mama]

Here my pictures walking in the street of Bologna, Italy.
http://esterdaphne.blogspot.com/2009/02/buon-weekend.html
http://esterdaphne.blogspot.com/2009/03/spero-sinceramente-che-tutti-abbiate.html

[MariaV]

There are several walks in NYC. I'm going to check out the ones that still have space and sign up. Thank you for the heads up.

[Marcie]

I just signed up for Boston, MA. What a wonderful and inspiring idea!!!

[Tanja]

Ohh how I wish I could join you guys.. but i live in Norway so that would be a bit far away.
Enjoy, and I can`t wit to se the result

[Katrina Kennedy]

I'm signed up in Sacramento, CA and signed my hubby up too! He asked if I'd show him how to take pictures! Yeahhhh!

[Puna]

I'm signed up for Washington DC. I hope to take more street photos and less "touristy" photos like I did last time...

http://lifesignatures.wordpress.com/2009/04/08/cherry-blossoms-and-reconciliation/

I'm so excited!

[Alicia]

I'll be signing up for NYC... Just have to figure out where :) Can't wait to be a part of the world wide photo walk!

http://aliandsethinthecity.blogspot.com/

[sharon]

I'll be walking in Dunedin, FL. Being in Tampa, we have several walks to choose from and some are scheduled so we could do a few of them over the day. I wish I could afford a babysitter for the whole day!

Deadline to apply to be leader in June 18.

[Kathy Winter]

I signed up for the photowalk, too. It's my first! I'm signed up for Ybor City (Tampa, FL)

[Laura]

Just signed up for my first walk!! Indianapolis, Indiana

[Sue Henry]

I've signed up to participate in the Paducah, KY photowalk!

http://paducahphotoclub.com/?q=node/86

I can't wait for the FUN!

http://suehenryphotography.wordpress.com

[marcy]

the walk in my city is full (all 50) so I will have to have a photo walk of my own and registar earlier next year...

[Jess]

I just signed up yesterday for Saint Paul, MN.
I can't wait!

[Erika]

I signed up for Athens, GA several weeks ago. I missed out last year because I was too late. My husband and a friend of mine who is just starting in photography both signed up too. This is a first for all of us, and I am very excited.

For those of you outside of the USA, you can join too. This is WORLDWIDE!!!! Go check the website to find a city near you around the world. Also, if your city is full, keep checking back. They are adding new cities (and new groups in old cities) all of the time. Atlanta already has 3 or 4 groups. Keep checking. Also, you could always sign up to be a leader in your city.

Can't wait to see everyone's images.

http://gashuttergirl.wordpress.com/2009/06/11/scott-kelbys-worldwide-photowalk/

[Jen]

I will be in Kuala Lumpur (I think!) and there is one there, but with a husband and 3 kids in tow I will just do a photo walk in the same spirit as all of you and be thinking of you all over the world doing the same thing!

[Michelle Grace]

I just signed up for the Fort Collins, Colorado walk. Thanks for sharing this event with us!

[shelli - mama of letters]

I just looked up my town - Athens, GA - and the the group has already reached its full capacity. However, that is so close to my due date (I'm pregnant), I don't think I could keep up with the group anyway. I'm starting to wobble now! But I'll be sure to have my camera in hand that day and take lots of photos. This seems like so much fun. I'll definitely have to sign up next year.

[Becky]

I signed my intern and I up for the Portland - St Johns walk :)

[kristin]

i attended last year. it was a bit intimidating but i was glad i went. it was the first time i ventured into tht sort of thing. sign up now if there is one in your area! they fill up fast.

[Jessica]

Signed up for my first walk... Providence RI :)

[Sara]

This sounds like so much fun! I've signed up for South Lake Tahoe, CA.

[Tabitha]

I have signed up for the Lynchburg, VA walk. Thanks for the info! I had no idea that they did something like this around here, I am so excited!

[Aileen]

I'm stepping out of my comfort zone and signed up for one in Alexandria, VA. I'm looking forward to it! This will be my first time doing something like this.

[Jaana]

I'm so bummed - I almost signed up in Los Angeles, only to realize I have a wedding to attend that day. :( Next year for SURE!

[Jane]

Thanks for the heads up about this walk--that's exciting! I'm signing up to walk St Louis--Gateway to the West!

[Patty Reiser]

I heard about this a few weeks ago and got really lucky that there was a scheduled city near me. I live in Yucca Valley which is a rural area so we don't get much out here. So I will be taking to the streets in Palm Desert, California. We have a 6am start time as the temperatures can easily exceed 120 degrees during the day. I am sure the early morning sunrise will provide for some awesome pictures. I can't wait to share and see what other Shutter Sisters captured during their walks.

Wishing you a scent-sational day!
Patty

[Diane]

I won't be able to attend, most unfortunately. I will be taking my granddaughter to a grandma/granddaughter lunch and then to see the live performance of The Lion King (in Edmonton). So, I'll miss the SK walk. There's always next year!

[gonzomama]

just signed up for one of the atlanta walks! so excited, this will be my first photo walk!

[Gail]

It is agonizing knowing that I won't be able to do this!! It sounds like a wonderful way to meet local photographers...unfortunately July is the busiest month for my family...and that weekend is the big birthday bash...

[darrah]

Very cool! I signed up for the Seattle Photo Walk. Can't wait!

[toviah]

I signed up in Charlottesville, VA.

[Bett]

I'm signed up for the Wilmington, DE Photowalk and I'm excited to be part of it this year!

[Joscie]

I've signed up for my second year here in Honolulu, HI. I can't wait! :)

[djbeat]

sadly no walks in canada - but i'm sure we could make it up as we go along : )

[djbeat]

oh i was so wrong - we're on in vancouver!

[Elizabeth]

walk led by a photogrpaher whose work I admire in the city where I live is full....

So it's off to another city, that I love, to participate in their walk.

Really looking forward to it.

[Debbie Zeitman]

I am so excited to see how many of you have jumped on board! I suppose I should mention that I'll be walking and shooting in Venice, CA.

[Jody]

Oh yeah! My husband and I will be participating in Wilmington Delaware's walk. I cannot wait!! Any other SS going to be there? Love to meet you =)

[Diane]

Even if there are no walks in your city/town, you can apply to lead one. Just head over to Scott Kelby's walk site!

Oh, and since it's kind of related, I wrote a blog post today about approaching & photographing strangers if anyone is intrested :)
http://www.dianeschuller.com/blog/?p=664

[Trude]

I'm attending too! This will be my first one and I'm super excited. I "forced" a friend of mine thats a pro photog to go with me. :) We'll be at the one in Orange, CA (in Orange County).

[NikiG]

I just signed up for my first walk in Philadelphia, PA!

[Darlene]

I'll be doing the Portland Washington Park (which is next to the zoo) walk with Scott Bourne. I signed up on the first day. Although had I known there would be one in Salem I may have chosen that since it's closer and I always get lost going to the zoo!

[Kath]

I'll be doing the walk in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada ....

[Mandi]

Just signed up for my first walk in Hamburg, Germany. Can't wait!

[Esther]

I'm stepping out of my comfort zone and signing up for Berlin, Germany.

[Camille]

I signed up for the second of a half-dozen or more walks in the Atlanta Metro area. If anyone will be in Atlanta, try to sign up for the Oakland Cemetery/Cabbagetown walk. You could spend hours in the cemetery alone getting great pictures.

[Cindy]

I signed up for the walk for the 2nd year in Memphis, TN. Last year we were in Downtown (South Main area) and were able to hit the farmers mkt and several streets. http://www.flickr.com/photos/redbanks626/sets/72157606912977089/ This year we are in Midtown. For those that havent been its pretty great. We had everyone from kids to studio owners. Not one picture was the same even though we were all in the same place. Very cool.