Irritating a street photographer might not be the best idea, but if you're curious, here are some common pet peeves of street photographers. Perhaps avoid doing these to ensure good vibes in your encounters:
Blocking their shot: Walk or stand directly in their line of sight when they’re clearly framing a scene.
Asking “What are you photographing?” repeatedly or in an aggressive tone, even when it’s obvious.
Demanding they show you their photos: Insist on seeing what they just shot, especially if it’s unsolicited.
Using your phone to take the same picture: After noticing their shot, mimic it right beside them with your phone camera.
Waving at their lens: Make random gestures in front of the camera as they’re taking a shot.
Critiquing their approach: Tell them, “Wouldn’t this look better from over there?” or offer unsolicited advice.
Posing without being asked: Stand in their frame and strike a pose, even when they’re trying to capture candid moments.
Interrupting their concentration: Approach them mid-shoot to ask unrelated questions or chat about their gear in detail.
Photobombing: Deliberately jump into their frame as they’re shooting.
Claiming ownership of the street: Insist they don’t have the right to photograph in public, despite it being legal in most places.
As a street photographer yourself, you’ve probably encountered a few of these situations! Have you had any funny or frustrating moments like these recently? 😊
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