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read the article with much interest. i should research exactly what laws we have here in toronto/canada. i was once asked to delete, rather politely, and i refused, rather politely. the building had a photo contest and i told the security who said he didn't know about it that it would be kind of hard to submit a photo of the concourse for the contest if he wouldn't let me shoot. thank you, damon. much appreciated.
I think all you have said in this article is what I have learnt since my very bad experience that put me off street photography. I was in a public place and asked if I could take photos and took notice when they didn't want it, but the event ended up horribly with one lady getting her boyfriend to attack my husband! I know I was in the right and we could sue for assault but didn't want to involve others. So goodbye to that situation. I am gradually getting more confidence.
@maggiemae - Wow, that's bad news. Actually, I was once assaulted (literally leaving five bruises) by a police officer when legitimately taking photographs. Appalling! Again, I never followed it up because the police will protect their own. As I say in the article, remember your own safety first.
Love the picture and the attitude she expresses and the fact that she is not stick thin.
Re the article. Very nicely thought out and written. The anti terrorism bit came up in a conversation I read on another site, a travel site, and a man there was saying that in the country he was visiting it is now not allowed to photograph dams or bridges because you might be studying weaknesses to target.
I love the lighting and shadows on her legs and the sidewalk .. as for capturing street candids I usually shoot just the back or side of faces in public. I will stay away from children unless you can't see their face. Parents are naturally protective of their little ones. I went on private property today for a shoot but waved at the owner and asked her for permission. She didn't mind at all. You do have to know your limits tho. Good advice in your column.
I really like the scene you captured. Its amazing what you discover walking the street and just concentrating on a few things, odd signals, contradictions, reflections, shoes, etc. Started doing this kind of photography with my start on 365. It was your blog pointing me to 365. Thanks!
Re the article. Very nicely thought out and written. The anti terrorism bit came up in a conversation I read on another site, a travel site, and a man there was saying that in the country he was visiting it is now not allowed to photograph dams or bridges because you might be studying weaknesses to target.
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