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Take time to reflect
Many urban spaces have waterways such as canals or
reservoirs based in or near the city. This can provide ample opportunity to
capture unique cityscapes, especially during dawn when the water is often
still and reflective. If there is a lack of inner-city waterways, puddles can be
just as useful. Verity Milligan, http://www.veritymilliganphotography.com125
Be flexible
Historic buildings are labyrinths of layered
history. Many buildings have low ceilings and fascinating
details tucked away in corners. I carry a battery-driven LED
light and flexible mini tripod to help me get into places others
can’t. Andy Marshall, http://www.andymarshall.co/index124
Hire a lens
Specialist optics do not
come cheap, and few people can justify
splashing out on a tilt-and-shift lens.
However, there are a number of places
where you can hire a tilt-and-shift lens
for as little as £25-30 a day.
David Clapp, http://www.davidclapp.co.uk
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Lift off
A range of lenses is
important. Many industrial shots
are out of bounds owing to security
reasons; so detailed maps and a long
lens are essential. I often use a drone
where it’s legal to do so. Being able
to get 15 or 20 feet above the
ground can make all the difference.
Simon Butterworth,
http://www.simonbutterworth
photography.com12 6
Include
people
Including people in city
scenes is sometimes
unavoidable, yet it can
give the scene both scale
and context. Blending
architecture with street
photography can create
stunning shots that
are more dynamic
or interesting than a
people-free picture.
Matt Parry, http://www.
mattparryphoto.com123
Do your research
Research the history of
a building before you photograph it.
Check records in the local library,
see how other photographers have
approached it by looking at stock
pictures, find out about the people who
have lived in the building. Try to get
under the skin of what is, essentially,
bricks and mortar. AP
© ANDY MARSHALL
© SIMON BUTTERWORTH
© DAVID CL APP
© MATT PARRY