Street photography is one of the most interesting yet overlooked genres in imaging. Capturing architecture, people in passing, odd details, and intriguing signage, these photographers are at the top of their game. They're not limited by using film or digital, shooting black and white or color, or having available light. They photograph their hometowns and their travels, and many make political and social statements while they're at it.
Our list took into account the legends, but only included the ones who are still producing work. On the same token, we searched for the prolific newcomers who have amassed online followings from their top notch portfolios. They aren't necessarily ranked, because even within this very specific genre, there's a great breadth of work to be considered.
These photographers go out into the streets and find incredible places and subjects that have inspired them. It won't be difficult to take away something amazing from each of them.
The 50 Greatest Street Photographers Right Now
Wittner Fabrice
Zack Arias
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Hamey Joag
Anna Delany
Dylan Kasson
iO Tillett Wright
Mr. Ellis
Phillip Abbott
Johnny De Guzman
Keffer
Richard Sandler
Andre Baumecke
Sam Stockman
Estevan Oriol
Jacob Greene
Stepan Handzha
Donavon Smallwood
Yanidel
Matt Hoyle
Lee Jeffries
Steve McCurry
Jana & JS
Liam McHenry
Moby
Seymour Templar
Pien Wilbrink
Jimmay Bones
Alexander Richter
Eric Kim
Tom Ryaboi
Markus Hartel
Will Steacy
Brian Sparks
Cheryl Dunn
Matt Stuart
Martin Roemers
Jaime Martínez
Jaime Martínez
Jaime Martínez is most prolific on his Tumblr, and many know him from his promo GIFs for M.I.A.'s 2010 /\/\ /\ Y /\ album. Whether still or animated, his street photography whimsically captures girls, scenery, and cloudscapes in an overall natural and understated manner.