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47 Side-By-Side Pics Of What A Photographer Sees And What They Choose To Take

47 Side-By-Side Pics Of What A Photographer Sees And What They Choose To Take

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It’s no secret that artists tend to have an eye for detail. That’s why where you see a street, they see a painting; where you hear a bird, they hear a masterpiece; and where you see nothing out of the ordinary, they see an opportunity to create something beautiful.
A London-based photographer, Andreea Badiu, has recently gone viral on TikTok for her ability to see great shots in seemingly mundane settings. She lets her followers in on what she sees versus what she takes a picture of, showing that an eye for detail can really come in handy when taking pictures. And if you don’t want to take my word for it, see for yourself by looking at Andreea’s works on the list below.

#21

Photographer's view vs. taken shot: canal scene with boat and buildings in Venice.
11points

#22

Photographer's view vs. photo: A bird on a signpost warning of a vertical drop, highlighting perfect shot composition.
11points

#23

Comparison of a wider view with a photographer's shot, featuring a tower framed between arches.
11points

#24

Comparison of buildings at night, showing a photographer's perspective in how she spots the perfect shots to take.
10points

#25

Photographer spots perfect shot of people in colorful costumes by a Venetian canal.
10points

#26

Photographer's view: bustling street turns into an elegant masked figure in rich costume.
10points

#27

Photographer compares wide landscape view and close-up of people on a bench for capturing perfect shots.
10points

#28

Photographer illustrates shot selection: stacked chairs in a dim hallway contrast with close-up framed by red box.
10points

#29

Photographer captures the perfect shot, contrasting a wider scene with the framed image she takes.
10points

#30

Photographer's view: left image shows a courtyard with a pigeon, right image is the framed shot of the same scene.
10points

#31

Photographer's view: cinema entrance at night, showcasing how she captures the perfect shot.
10points

#32

Photographer shows perspective: left image outlines scene, right features pink chairs on a patterned floor with purple lighting.
10points

#33

Photographer captures perfect shots: building exterior and close-up view into a seaside restaurant named "Fantastic Sea Views."
9points

#34

Photographer captures canal scene, highlighting difference between scene and photo with focus on perfect shot.
9points

#35

Photographer's perspective: juxtaposed images showing a bridge scene in red clothing, capturing the perfect shot.
9points

#36

Photographer's perspective: wide view vs. focused shot of a doorway.
9points

#37

Photographer captures perfect shot of a figure in ornate attire with a pink umbrella through stone arches.
9points

#38

Photographer's perspective: wide view with street and waterway vs. focused shot of red object by stone wall.
9points

#39

Photographer's view: a dimly lit street scene. Perfect shot: a vintage car under streetlight at night.
9points

#40

Photographer highlights perfect shots by focusing on a red lamp against shelves, showcasing "What I See VS. What I Take."
9points
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