What do you photograph on a cloudy day? Light usually brings life to photography — it creates interesting shadows and adds depth.
Living in Amsterdam, natural light is a luxury. So again, the question arises: What and how do I photograph on a cloudy day? Can I capture compelling images in these flat-light conditions? Those were the questions in the back of my mind last Friday as I stepped out for a walk under a greyish sky. You know, the type of cloudy, but not too cloudy. Just a regular grey tone.
The answer turned out to be: yes. With a little patience and the right mindset, it is possible to capture interesting moments. As I wandered near the Rijksmuseum and its beautiful tunnel, I started to notice scenes worth photographing — interesting vignettes of daily life.
At first, I felt frustrated. The light wasn't ideal, especially after several days of near-perfect conditions. But once I picked up the camera and began shooting, my perspective shifted. I started searching for new angles and paying closer attention to the life unfolding around me.
It was a good reminder: everyday is a good day to take photos. Regardless of the weather and other conditions, there are always stories out there waiting to be capture.
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Now, for the ones interested in the technical notes. All photos were shot with a Fujifilm X-T50 paired with the Tamron 17-70mm f2.8.