Stephen Probert
01-05-2009, 07:49 PM
In response to the post about street photography, or rather, some of the comments made there by Stefan, I would be curious to hear some comments on how to be discrete in photographing strangers. I am interested in three topics, but welcome other comments:
First, what are your thoughts on getting over the awkward feeling of photographing strangers who know you are photographing them (just do it a lot?)?
Second, what are some tips to avoid detection (obviously size of camera/lens, color...Stefan said take a girl when you are shooting children)?
Third, are there any legal issues with photographing strangers? At what point do you need a photo release?
And of course I welcome any humorous or shocking stories of related situations. Thanks!
First, what are your thoughts on getting over the awkward feeling of photographing strangers who know you are photographing them (just do it a lot?)?
Second, what are some tips to avoid detection (obviously size of camera/lens, color...Stefan said take a girl when you are shooting children)?
Third, are there any legal issues with photographing strangers? At what point do you need a photo release?
And of course I welcome any humorous or shocking stories of related situations. Thanks!