Passionate Street Photographer
&
Travel Enthusiast
What is street photography
Street photography is an exciting art form that brings everyday life to live candid moments and unexpected encounters! It thrives in public spaces, celebrating the beauty of spontaneous incidents and authentic interactions. And guess what? It doesn’t have to happen solely on the streets. It can capture the vibrancy of life anywhere! This genre invites photographers to dive into their surroundings and document the world with a thrilling, fresh perspective!
Welcome to my Photography Journey!
HELLO, I'm Jan-Steven Merson,
a Passionate Street Photographer & Travel Enthusiast. Also known as PhotoMan-Jan.
I am originally from Brooklyn, NY. I now call Southern California home.
After retiring from Law Enforcement and two successful businesses, I had nothing to do.
I found my old film camera, a Ricoh KR 30sp. I dusted it off and I loaded it up with 30 rolls of color & B&W film. I started going through 36exp rolls like it was NY pizza or Knishes
(It's a Jewish thing)
The good news is that digital cameras started to make the scene. I purchased my first digital camera, a Canon Sure Shot, and discovered my passion, photography.
Photography for me is all about capturing that moment in time and turning it into art or "as is" with light editing.
In a matter of a month, I was hooked.
Now, at 71, I’m still snapping away throughout the country and abroad. I do not plan on retiring ever again.
My gravestone will read:
Here I lie dead and “wait a minute“ where’s my camera?
Whether it's the vibrant energy of Cityscapes, Streets, Architecture or the serene beauty of Landscapes,
join me as I share my adventures through the lens of my camera!
Yes, that's me in a London Starbucks taking a photographer's Latte break. Oops? I mean, a spot of Tea.
Where would we be without our babies
