Bluesky, while still relatively under the radar, has been gaining traction steadily, with a growing user base of 37.8 million at the time of writing. As the platform continues to evolve, it offers street photographers a great opportunity to connect with a larger community and get more eyes on their work.
What is Bluesky?
Bluesky is a decentralized social media platform, offering users more control over their content. Although the full benefits are still being rolled out, the platform promises greater autonomy for creators in the future. If you’re just starting out on Bluesky, it might feel a bit quiet, but it’s easy to discover new users by searching for them through hashtags or using the specially curated starter packs that group profiles by specific topics.
One important note: Posts on Bluesky are referred to as “skeets.”
How Hashtags Work on Bluesky
Hashtags on Bluesky function similarly to those on other platforms. By adding hashtags to your skeet, you make it easier for others to find your content. Posts tagged with specific hashtags appear in dedicated feeds, where users can browse either the “Top” posts or the “Latest” posts—whichever suits their preference.
You can add hashtags directly to your posts, and if you’re curious about a particular hashtag, simply click on it in a post or enter it into the search bar. This will bring up all the posts tagged with that hashtag, allowing you to engage with others who share similar interests or photography styles.
Using hashtags strategically is a great way to grow your community and connect with like-minded street photographers.
Popular Hashtags for Street Photography on Bluesky
If you’re looking to dive into Bluesky and make your posts more discoverable, here are some popular hashtags that can help you get started. You can use them in your own posts or explore them to see what others are sharing.
Street Photography Hashtags
- #streetphotography
- #urbanphotography
- #streetscene
- #cityscape
- #streetphoto
- #street
- #b&wstreetphotography
- #urbangaze
- #urbanlandscape
- #streetphotographers
- #streetsnap
- #straatfotografie
- #strassenfotografie
General Photography Hashtags
- #photography
- #photographyisart
- #streetportrait
- #photographersunited
- #photographersonbluesky
- #travelphotography
- #nightphotography
- #filmphotography
- #classicphotography
- #photooftheday
- #photograph
Black and White Photography Hashtags
- #blackandwhitephotography
- #monochrome
- #blackandwhitephoto
- #bnwphoto
- #bnwphotography
- #blackandwhite
Photography Gear Hashtags
Want to share what equipment you used for your photos? These gear-related hashtags can help:
- #iphonephotography
- #fujifilmxt30
- #tamron18300
Location-Specific Hashtags
You can also use location-based hashtags to tag your photos with the city or region they were taken in. For example, if you’re based in Antwerp, you could use:
- #Antwerp
- #Antwerpen
- #Belgium
- #belgie
By utilizing these hashtags, you can increase your reach, discover new content, and interact with fellow street photography enthusiasts. Whether you’re posting your own work or simply browsing for inspiration, hashtags are a powerful tool on Bluesky.
Happy shooting!
