About Street Photos
Preserving the legacy of street photography masters
Our Mission
Street Photos is dedicated to celebrating and preserving the art of street photography through the lens of history's most influential photographers. We believe that street photography captures the soul of humanity in its most authentic moments.
Our collection showcases the works of legendary photographers who shaped the genre, from Henri Cartier-Bresson's "decisive moment" to Vivian Maier's intimate urban portraits. Each photographer featured on our platform represents a unique perspective on urban life and human nature.
Through careful curation and thoughtful presentation, we aim to make these masterpieces accessible to new generations of photography enthusiasts, students, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of candid urban storytelling.
The Evolution of Street Photography
Early Pioneers
In the 1920s-1940s, photographers like André Kertész and Brassaï began capturing everyday life on the streets of Paris, establishing the foundations of street photography.
The Golden Age
The 1950s-1970s saw the rise of masters like Henri Cartier-Bresson, Robert Frank, and Garry Winogrand, who defined the visual language of modern street photography.
Contemporary Masters
Today's street photographers continue to evolve the medium, using both film and digital techniques to capture the complexity of modern urban life.
What We Value
Authentic Moments
We celebrate photographers who captured genuine, unposed moments that reveal the true essence of human experience in urban environments.
Historical Significance
Our collection focuses on works that not only demonstrate artistic excellence but also document important moments in social and cultural history.
Artistic Innovation
We showcase photographers who pushed the boundaries of the medium, developing new techniques and perspectives that influenced generations of artists.
Cultural Impact
We highlight works that shaped public perception and contributed to important social and political conversations of their time.
"The streets are my museum. I have no studio, no fixed place to work. My subjects are chosen from life as it happens."— Saul Leiter
Get in Touch
Have questions about our collection? Interested in contributing to our archive? We'd love to hear from photography enthusiasts and scholars.