Street Life In Israel: 42 Captivating Images Taken By Ilan Ben Yehuda

Street photography shows us the world from a raw, unedited perspective, and this time, you are about to rediscover Israel.Ilan Ben Yehuda was born in Ramat–Gan and became interested in photography 20 years ago. Most of his shots are taken in the streets of Tel Aviv and its coastal areas, mainly the ultra-Orthodox neighborhood of Mea Shearim. Ilan shared that for his work in Mea Shearim, he won first prize in the religion category in the Israeli Documentary Competition “Local Testimony.”Scroll down to immerse yourselves into the world of Ilan Ben Yehuda, where everyday life becomes an extraordinary gallery.More info:Instagram|flickr.com|FacebookThis post may includeaffiliate links.

Street photography shows us the world from a raw, unedited perspective, and this time, you are about to rediscover Israel.

Ilan Ben Yehuda was born in Ramat–Gan and became interested in photography 20 years ago. Most of his shots are taken in the streets of Tel Aviv and its coastal areas, mainly the ultra-Orthodox neighborhood of Mea Shearim. Ilan shared that for his work in Mea Shearim, he won first prize in the religion category in the Israeli Documentary Competition “Local Testimony.”

Scroll down to immerse yourselves into the world of Ilan Ben Yehuda, where everyday life becomes an extraordinary gallery.

More info:Instagram|flickr.com|Facebook

This post may includeaffiliate links.

Dog with tennis ball on Israeli beach at sunset, two silhouetted men in the background.

Bored Pandareached out to Ilan Ben Yehuda, who told us more about his background.“I am Ilan Ben Yehuda from the city of Ramat Gan in Israel. For a living, I do graphic design for the fashion industry. I studied film photography (black and white) about 25years ago at Camera Obscura in Tel Aviv.About 12 years ago I started street photography, mainly in south Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. In recent years I had the honor of winning several times in Israeli documentary photography competitions, and my works have been represented in the museum. Last year I won the third prize in the Italian Street Photography Festival, in the storytelling category.”

Bored Pandareached out to Ilan Ben Yehuda, who told us more about his background.

“I am Ilan Ben Yehuda from the city of Ramat Gan in Israel. For a living, I do graphic design for the fashion industry. I studied film photography (black and white) about 25years ago at Camera Obscura in Tel Aviv.

About 12 years ago I started street photography, mainly in south Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. In recent years I had the honor of winning several times in Israeli documentary photography competitions, and my works have been represented in the museum. Last year I won the third prize in the Italian Street Photography Festival, in the storytelling category.”

Two women on an Israeli street; one in a yellow outfit, the other walking by with earphones.

Person in yellow raincoat with yellow balloon on busy Israeli street by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

We were wondering what initially drew Ilan to the world of photography. He responded: “I was drawn to photography from looking at magazines and newspapers. I was mainly attracted to black-and-white photography and street photography. I especially liked the photographs of the Israeli photographer Alex Liebek. From observation, I realized that photography is a language I want to learn and practice.

Street scene in Israel featuring people with one wearing a shirt displaying a monochrome muscular silhouette.

Street scene in Israel with two men, one packing a bag and another holding a paddle, shadow cast on a wall.

Ilan also shared what inspired him to start street photography, and how has his style changed over time.

Dog catching a frisbee at sunset on an Israeli beach, showcasing street photography by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

Silhouetted beachgoers playing soccer at sunset in Israel, captured by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

As for identifying those special moments that make his photos so unique, Ilan wrote: “My special moments in street photography usually touch me emotionally. There is a certain situation on the street that moves me and motivates me to take pictures. When this happens, I try to imagine the visual human story that emerges from the situation. It is important to me not to convey the exact description of the event but to create a visual story through manipulations of light and shadow, composition, and sometimes also the use of flash.”

Street scene in Israel: two individuals eating bananas, one with a prominent tattoo on their arm.

People moving a mattress on a busy street in Israel, with shops and scooters in the background.

Lastly, Ilan shared a story behind one of hisfavorite photo: “I chose this photo even though it was taken more than ten years ago because the subject of the photo is the act of photography. This photo is my favorite and has been recognized on social media as well.In the photo, a girl takes a photo of herself in a photo machine. In the photo, I also take a selfie through the mirror on the top of the photo machine. In terms of composition, the image is nicely divided. The photo also has a surreal look with humor, about the photography process and the self-portrait. In this picture, there is also a statement about the act of street photography as an act of voyeurism when the photographer records himself looking at someone else.

In the photo, a girl takes a photo of herself in a photo machine. In the photo, I also take a selfie through the mirror on the top of the photo machine. In terms of composition, the image is nicely divided. The photo also has a surreal look with humor, about the photography process and the self-portrait. In this picture, there is also a statement about the act of street photography as an act of voyeurism when the photographer records himself looking at someone else.

Men playing beach soccer in Tel Aviv, Israel, captured by Ilan Ben Yehuda during sunset.

Street scene in Israel with a person on a scooter carrying a red item, photographed by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

Street cleaner in a yellow vest sweeping in front of vibrant posters, Israel street photo by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

Bare-chested man with a snake in an Israeli street scene by Ilan Ben Yehuda, while another man relaxes on a chair nearby.

Children in pink hats holding hands with an adult, captured by Ilan Ben Yehuda, illustrating street life in Israel.

Person in a vibrant red outfit bending over a lighter in a lively street scene, captured by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

Street scene in Israel showing a person sleeping under cardboard next to a pedestrian in heels.

A woman reacts to street art depicting a masked figure on a door in Israel.

Man in swim trunks stands by a “Swimming Prohibited” sign on a Tel Aviv street, with wall art in the background.

Street view in Israel capturing people, deep shadows, and dramatic lighting, taken by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

Elderly man in a street market in Israel carrying bags of apples and oranges on his shoulders.

Woman on phone in Israeli street market, with shadowed figures and spice stalls. Israel street photography.

Dog playfully biting a person’s hand on an Israeli street, with onlookers in the background, captured by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

Man in sunglasses adjusting a canopy in harsh sunlight, captured in Israel street photography.

Man eating a sandwich in a dimly lit street setting in Israel, captured by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

Street scene in Israel with people interacting, captured in a candid moment by Ilan Ben Yehuda.

People with a chicken at a market, showcasing everyday life in Israel.

Street scene in Israel showing a man in a cap and a woman walking past a yellow van with an .