Sometimes I feel sorry for my victims...the people I take candid photos of. This poor, unsuspecting man was out on the lake last night trying to fish in peace as I was walking the dog. It was a pretty time of day, the light was right and I liked the scene. I took a shot. He noticed and turned around wondering what it was I was shooting at. I wanted to say, "Carry on, buddy. Act natural. Nothing to see here."
Doesn't even look like he knows you're there. Next time, bend down and pretend your tying your shoe. then with the camera near the ground, snap a quick photo and see what you've got. The low POV can add some nice background and he'll never suspect you're taking his photo
What a great shot, Amanda. Love the reflection you captured. If he got upset or whatever, you could have said you will email him a copy of this photo. He may actually enjoy having it or a loved one may.
Thats the funny thing about street and candid photography. On the one hand it would be nice to show them the finished product, but on the other its intimidating when they catch you out! Great shot and fabulous tones!
i know what you mean! i don't have any shots like that because i am afraid someone will be offended! great job and sneaky capture. i think shooting from the hip would be fun.
Great shot, love the composition and warm tones. The best shots are taken when people least expect it, always feel a bit bad when you get caught though!
Thanks so much for your great comments and encouragement. I need to learn how to be less obvious and more sly when taking candids. I like Jim's idea above to crouch down and pretend to tie my shoe (in this case flip flop) and shoot from low.
@gerry Thank you so very much for the fav, Gerry.
Thanks so much for your great comments and encouragement. I need to learn how to be less obvious and more sly when taking candids. I like Jim's idea above to crouch down and pretend to tie my shoe (in this case flip flop) and shoot from low.