79 New Accidentally Brilliant Shots By Edas Wong

There’s a saying that if you let a monkey write random stuff, eventually it will write Shakespeare’s Hamlet. If you transfer the analogy to photography, it would be something like this: if you see tons of random stuff, you’ll eventually see something that might look intentional, sublime, and even brilliant. While most photographers rely on perfect planning of their shots, others, like Edas Wong, just trust their luck and instinct. He just roams the streets and tries to find something that might catch his eye. Even though his shots could be called “accidental,” they’re no less brilliant. It just blows my mind how a lucky perspective can create a metaphor, a juxtaposition, and can flow like visual poetry. It just goes to show that some things are best left in the hands of fortune.

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The artist told the peculiar details of this kind of photography to Bored Panda: “When I go out on the streets, I just watch every detail in front of me. If the coincidences are with objects, it’s easy. However, if they aren’t, I’ll also need luck. Sometimes I wait a while to register the right moment.” The last part makes me wonder if he had to wait for a few hours to catch one of these shots.

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Wong started in 2012. “The reason why I chose this particular type of photography as opposed to any other is quite simple, actually. I didn’t need to learn an advanced technique or have expensive gear; just my small camera. Ideal for a beginner.”

In order to take a memorable street photo, I try to empty my mind as much as possible and really concentrate on the street itself.”

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You might be surprised, but this type of photography even has a name. It’s called Accidental Photography, a name which is pretty self-explanatory: they’re unintentional and unscripted, and rely heavily on chance, but they can also offer an interesting perspective and a piece of “reality” and candidness which staged shots just can’t provide. It’s also a good way to practice attentiveness and creativity for photographers.

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Accidental Photography has gained popularity over the years, and some speculate that it’s probably because of the prevalence of digital technologies, which have enabled people to take photos at any place and any time, provided you have a smartphone. The place is another important factor: metropolises, cities that have millions and millions of people, are often crowded and bustling, creating loads of opportunities for a keen eye to capture.

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Looks familiar? That’s because you’ve probably seen the first part here on our website. And if you’re up for more similar posts, we’re here to provide. Take, for example, this post, where people accidentally took photos that are reminiscent of renaissance paintings. Or, if you want to see a really rare accidental shot, check out how one photographer took a photo of a meteor during an eruption of a volcano.

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