Why Urban Tales and Frames?
Posting photographs on social media is like shouting in a cave. You only hear your echo. Are you tired of this?
Do you feel like your street photography is missing something beyond the technical aspects?
This newsletter is for photographers that want to make a step forward. The world is tired of street photographs of someone walking down the street…
It will give you more than just photographs and vague descriptions. It will tell you stories beyond the photographs.
Why that photograph was made.
How it was made.
What was the inspiration.
What was felt before, during, and after releasing the shutter.
What was learned.
And ultimately, why the author loves street photography and how his journey might inspire you.
Who am I?
I'm Fernando Coelho, an 1x.com awarded street photographer and writer behind Urban Tales and Frames.
A Portuguese living in the beautiful city of Utrecht in The Netherlands.
Hitting the streets since 2012, I’m always looking for moments where light, shadows, framing and subjects reveal a story worth telling.
The places close to my heart are Lisbon and Amsterdam, but I made and will make photographs in many other cities.
Writing about my photography brings me joy, helps me to reflect on what I’m being doing, provides me direction, and, the cherry on top, offers new insights to others.
What You Can Expect
Weekly Emails
You'll receive a newsletter every Tuesday packed with actionable tips, inspiring stories, and examples from my own experiences and those of other street photographers.
Weekly Photograph
At least once a week (often more), I'll share a curated photograph with accompanying notes and insights.
Community
An opportunity to be part of a community where thoughtful discussions about Street Photography will happen
The world is tired of street photographs of someone walking down the street.
A photograph needs a story, mood, and emotions. Without them, it’s just a nice picture. Does it have these elements? This is the question that we must keep asking ourselves when doing street photography. Let us discuss it openly and constructively.
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Special edition newsletters, often deep dives into specific photography subjects or techniques.
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Founding Member Bonus: As a thank you, founding members will receive a free A4 print of one of my photographs.
