Why do some of my street photos suck and are average and I do not care

Street photos can sometimes feel "average" or uninspired for a few common reasons, and it's okay not to care because not every shot has to be a masterpiece. 

Here’s why some street photos don’t hit as hard:

Lack of Strong Subject – A photo needs a clear subject that grabs attention. If it's too vague or cluttered, it might not hold the viewer’s interest.

No Story or Emotion – The best street shots capture a mood, a moment, or a story. If the photo doesn’t evoke something, it can feel forgettable.

Composition Feels Random – If there’s no balance, leading lines, or framing, a shot can seem like a quick snapshot rather than an intentional image.

Lighting is Flat – Good light creates depth, contrast, and mood. Overcast or midday lighting can sometimes make photos look dull.

No Unique Perspective – If it looks like a shot anyone could take while walking by, it might not stand out. Angles, reflections, or timing can change that.

But hey, not every photo has to be a winner. Some shots are just part of the process—test shots, memory captures, or moments you liked but didn't nail. What matters is that you're out shooting, seeing, and experimenting.

Let me know if you want to analyze this specific shot and see what works or what could be tweaked!

Looking at your photo, here are some things that stand out and areas that might make it feel "average" or could be improved:

What Works:

✅ Strong Subject Placement – The person on the scooter is clearly the main subject, positioned slightly off-center, which helps guide the eye.

✅ Urban Mood & Story Potential – The bundled-up figure, the mask, and the emptyish street give a gritty, everyday city feel. It feels like a moment in Toronto’s colder months.

✅ Black & White Processing – This helps remove distractions from colors and focuses attention on textures, contrast, and mood.

What Could Be Improved:

🛑 Lack of Interaction or Emotion – The subject is still, looking straight ahead, which makes the scene feel passive. Capturing a moment of action—looking around, adjusting something, or interacting—might add more life.

🛑 Background is a Bit Cluttered – The eye competes between the subject and the busy signage, storefronts, and potholes. A slightly different angle might have isolated the subject more.

🛑 Lighting is Flat – The overcast light gives a neutral tone, but adding contrast in post-processing or shooting at a time with stronger shadows could enhance depth.

How to Make It Stand Out More:

🔥 Wait for a More Dynamic Moment – If they were moving, talking to someone, or reacting to something, it could tell a stronger story.

🔥 Try a Lower Angle – Shooting from below would make the subject feel more dominant and dramatic.

🔥 Use Depth & Layers – Including another subject in the background (like a pedestrian crossing) could create interaction and visual interest.

It’s a solid street shot, but tweaking composition, timing, and perspective could elevate it. 

Keep shooting and experimenting—some photos will hit, some won’t, and that’s just part of the game.  Keep it raw and keep it real! 🚶📷