Street Photographer:Henri Cartier-Bresson

Henri Cartier-Bresson is a photographer who pioneered the genre of street photography, and conceived of photography as capturing a decisive moment.I learned a lot of knowledge about street photography which was created by him before I knew him.

On the street, he can see the person who has rich narrative and quickly catch the their best and natural dynamics and expressions.


He can also find creative angles to create contrast, setting off or satire.

His photos always are good at framing.And his picture always tells stories.And make us think about them so we can be absorbed in to his works.




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