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I usually spend about an hour or two every morning walking and shooting around the city. I rarely go to any "special" locations; I just stay within walking distance of my office.
You might wonder, "Isn't it just the same scenery every day?"
Actually, the cityscape changes slightly every day depending on the season and the weather. Iβm always looking around, trying to catch those tiny shifts. Itβs almost like playing a "spot the difference" game! Iβll think, "Aha! This looks different from yesterday. Found it!" (laughs).
I usually take about 200 shots a day, but on days when things don't feel right, I might only take 10.
And thatβs perfectly fine. Some days are just like that.
On those days, the key is not to rush. If you think, "Oh no, Iβm not getting any good shots! I have to find something," you start to feel impatient. When you're rushed, you stop noticing the small details, and your walking pace naturally speeds up.
Instead, I find it helps to think, "I got one decent shot today, so letβs call it a win."
Also, if you feel bored or uninspired by the same old scenery, I recommend switching your lens.
Try a macro lens to find tiny details, a super-telephoto to crop a specific part of the view, or a prime lens to find subjects that fit that specific angle of view. Adding that kind of variety can really change your perspective.
Even in the same place, I'm always looking for "what's different today."
I'm rarely out there thinking, "Iβm going to take the greatest photo ever!" Iβm just enjoying the search.π