Street Photography: Capturing Visual Narratives
Year 10 Photography Lesson 3 of 30 Exploring storytelling through street scenes
What Makes a Visual Narrative?
Stories told through single images or sequences Captures emotion, action, or human connection Uses composition to guide the viewer's eye Creates questions or sparks curiosity in the audience
Elements vs Narrative Techniques
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The Decisive Moment
"Photography is nothing... it's life that interests me." - Henri Cartier-Bresson
Story Spotting Challenge
Look at the example images around the room Choose one photograph that tells a clear story Write down: What happened before this moment? What might happen next? Share your narrative with a partner
Your Photography Mission
Capture 3-5 photographs that tell stories Focus on candid moments and genuine emotions Use framing to include context and environment Consider lighting and angle to enhance mood Look for interactions between people and their surroundings
Reflection Question
How can a single photograph capture an entire story? Think about: emotion, context, timing, and composition
Next Steps: Developing Your Visual Stories
Upload and review your photographs Select your strongest narrative image Prepare to explain your story to the class Consider how editing might enhance your narrative These images will be used in our next lesson for analysis