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How to take photos of 43 strangers by joeyinthebush

"This took me well out of my comfort zone..... it was great!"

How I did it: I went around with a camera shooting people like game....but in a charming & friendly way of course!!
 Sometimes I asked people but sometimes I didn't because they tended to pose & look contrived.
Some days I pretended I was a wildlife photographer stalking shy wild animals. I generally told people I was a photographic student.

Lessons & tips: Just be bold, do it & find out what you're comfortable with.
Personally I found it much easier to do in London (home turf) and was much more comfortable shooting men.
Shoot first & ask after wards because you can always delete if the person isn't happy.
Be charming, friendly and approachable.

Resources: Turn the shutter sound on your camera to silent - it attracts less attention.


 

Jan 09, 2009, 06:06AM PST | 0 comments | 3 cheers



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