De Wet van de Straat

I met Charlotte Meindersma, whom I’d known “online” for years, in 2023 at Cupp in Utrecht. With my notebook and phone in hand, and way too many questions. Her instant coffee seemed like the perfect way to get some quick answers.

Driven by my passion for street photography, I found myself thinking more and more about what is and isn’t actually allowed on the street. I heard other street photographers say, “Anything goes in public spaces.” I didn’t believe a word of it.

My "Instant Coffee with Charlotte" turned into a walk with a camera, hundreds of DMs on Instagram, and a street photography workshop in London. Out of all those conversations, the idea for a book emerged: * ebook*. With all those little rules. And then the practical side of things.

We decided to write down our conversation. I pulled out a few more photos, and Charlotte explained to me in great detail what is and isn't allowed—legally speaking, that is.

De Wet van de Straat, a ebook

At De Wet van de Straat , you'll find everything you need to know—explained in plain language—about the restrictions on public spaces, as well as the right to one's own image and copyright, insofar as these apply to street photography.

This book is definitely not meant to scare you or take the fun out of street photography. In fact, I’ve found that with this knowledge, I walk the streets much more relaxed. I know what I’m allowed to do—and where I might choose to interpret the law a bit more broadly—because this book provides plenty of insights on that as well. Ultimately, of course, it’s up to you to decide how strictly you want to follow the rules, but it’s good to be aware of what the consequences might be.