Is it ethical, and will that stop you? A decidedly unanimous decision of no. I enjoy people and their expressions – especially when they are caught in a special state of mind – when they seem unaware of the world around them. An instant that happily coincides with the perfect moment to snap the photo. Take a look around in a crowded place and after a while you may notice that some people seem to go in and out of the present, in a state of concentration or action that seems peculiarly unaware of others. Never get caught taking this photo.
Here’s how: 1. Find your subject. 2. Point the camera just above their head while keeping both of your eyes open. 3. Use your free eye to monitor the subject for that moment. 4. When the moment occurs close the free eye, aim the camera and snap the photo. Voila.
Taking pictures of people who wouldn’t want you to
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#1 written by Kirsten Larsen April 28th, 2009 at 12:28
Hey love! I adore the picture of the Asian tourists! You are so talented. Paris looks amazing! I wish I was there with you!