Polly Rusyn, the photographer, is known for her street photography composition. In her online course titled “Transform Your Photography Using Science,” she aims to change the way you perceive and capture street photography.
Instead of relying on boring old composition rules, Polly delves into the secrets of visual perception and masterfully applies them to her own street photography. She believes that understanding how our brains process visual information is key to creating impactful photographs.
Through studying renowned photographers’ works and researching psychology, Polly has been able to elevate her street photography skills. While street photography may be considered an art form, Polly’s goal is to teach you the scientific principles behind composition based on how our brains work. Intrigued? Hopefully!
In this course, you will learn:
– The secrets behind capturing stunning street photos
– How to apply Gestalt principles for significant improvement in your photography
– How programming your brain’s filters can enhance your observations
– The power of framing and how to use it wisely
– The crucial role of shapes and geometry in photographic composition
– Techniques for capturing interesting photos with or without people
Before diving deep into the science, Polly shares a secret formula for capturing captivating street photos. This simple framework can be applied throughout your creative process – from shooting to selecting the best lens. It sets a solid foundation for learning in subsequent lessons.
This course is suitable for anyone curious about creativity and armed with a camera (even an iPhone). While it caters primarily to beginners in street photography, photographers at all skill levels can enjoy experimenting with principles and concepts that are not typically taught as part of being a “conventional” street photographer.
As a result, you will start observing, thinking about, and constructing the world around you in new exciting ways while gaining confidence in your own creativity.
Polly loves uncovering the science behind things; she firmly believes that everything can be learned (especially when using frameworks) through practice.

You will also find various images throughout the article, showcasing Polly’s street photography skills and the results of applying her scientific approach to composition.

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