What do you say when...
Sep 22, 2017 13:27:53 #
Dallas P wrote:
How about: "Being a photographer means I never have to be in other people's pictures."
I hate to have my picture taken.Sep 22, 2017 13:52:42 #
A trusted friend or family member asks - sure, why not? But I will make sure the person is using the camera strap, and whatever other safety precautions I think are important at the time.
A stranger asks - a polite "no thanks".
A stranger asks - a polite "no thanks".
Sep 22, 2017 14:04:29 #
Rich1939 wrote:
Go with your gut. Sometimes when this happened to me it didn't feel right and I declined other times I said thank you and handed over my camera. (The last time at the top of Wolf Creek Pass to a young motorcyclist).
One caveat, only with my point and shoot camera.
One caveat, only with my point and shoot camera.
I usually have two cameras with me. Most people would be more comfortable with my Pentax Q-7 MILC anyway.
Sep 23, 2017 05:48:11 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
LeoB wrote:
What does one politely say when someone notices you take lots of pictures of others and then offers to take your camera and take a picture of you, so you can finally be in one, but you are reluctant to relinquish your nice camera into someone else's hands?
If it is family, I always do. If I am shooting in a crowd and/or public place, I always ask permission before taking a shot of anyone if at all possible. If it is someone I do not know asks to take a picture of me with my camera, I simply tell them I am on assignment and politely decline. Unless of course they are really, really, really, cute.
Sep 23, 2017 06:09:17 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
Which actor said he’s for gun control, if there’s a gun in the room he wants to be in control of it? I’m the same way about cameras lol. Besides very few could operate my camera since it’s setup for BBF.
Sep 23, 2017 06:43:31 #
Remember now the picture they take, they now own the copyright. You can't sell your mug without their permission! LOL
Sep 23, 2017 06:55:32 #
LeoB wrote:
What does one politely say when someone notices you take lots of pictures of others and then offers to take your camera and take a picture of you, so you can finally be in one, but you are reluctant to relinquish your nice camera into someone else's hands?
It depends on the person. When they offer, I generally say yes. If it's a shaky old senior citizen with a walker, I'd decline. Of course, having the camera set up for BBF means I have to focus ahead of time.
Actually, I can't remember the last time someone offered.
Sep 23, 2017 07:20:11 #
I would be afraid to do that. I can live without being in the photo.
Sep 23, 2017 07:28:09 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
jerryc41 wrote:
It depends on the person. When they offer, I generally say yes. If it's a shaky old senior citizen with a walker, I'd decline. Of course, having the camera set up for BBF means I have to focus ahead of time.
Actually, I can't remember the last time someone offered.
Actually, I can't remember the last time someone offered.
In many largely populated cities around the world their is an element that would love for you to hand over your $1000.00 + rig for them to have in their hands. As they turn and run away you phone your insurance company to check on coverage.
Sep 23, 2017 07:28:32 #
Several years ago, at the Korean War Memorial in Washington,D.C., I was approached by a pleasant looking man while I was taking pictures. He asked if I had served in Korea since I had displayed such interest. When I said I had, he asked if I would like him to take my picture with my camera. I handed him my camera and gave some simple instructions on its operation. He took two pictures to make sure I had at least one good one. As he returned my camera I thanked him for his interest and kindness. He replied "Thank you for your service." Made my day.
Sep 23, 2017 07:31:41 #
I don't understand the question. When I was in Hawaii, and the guy with the parrot offered to take my picture, I handed over a D800E and a 24-70 2.8. He joked that the camera was worth more than the bird if he wanted to take off. But the camera was insured, and I don't think the bird was!!
Sep 23, 2017 07:49:48 #
I usually carry a small point and shoot for snapshot type pictures. I just hand them that camera. If something happens to it, it's not a big loss.
Sep 23, 2017 07:54:43 #
After I explain where I want exposure measured, how to set ISO for the ss and aperture I want, and then how to back button focus, I usually get an unusable picture. But, it's fun trying. Actually had someone who knew exactly what I was doing--a pleasant surprise.
Sep 23, 2017 08:10:43 #
Sep 23, 2017 08:16:16 #
LeoB wrote:
What does one politely say when someone notices you take lots of pictures of others and then offers to take your camera and take a picture of you, so you can finally be in one, but you are reluctant to relinquish your nice camera into someone else's hands?
"It's against my religion." No good argument for that. >Alan
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