I have been shooting these types of images since I discovered the amazing work of Sydney street photographer Markus Anderson, who has shot a whole series of photos in this style (search 'rage against the light').
One of my favourite themes to shoot is scenes with high contrast shadows and silhouettes, in black and white.  I have been shooting these types of images since I discovered the amazing work of Sydney street photographer Markus Anderson, who has shot a whole series of photos in this style (search 'rage against the light').  I'm also inspired by the work of the late and great Fan Ho, who also utilised this look on many of his images.  I encourage you to check these photographers out.  In the meantime, here are some tips on making high contrast street photographs, based on what I have learned so far.