Yesterday I went to out for taking pictures and I passed a market. The scene was beautiful seeing peoples selling foods, other peoples trading about price etc etc...
I would have loved to take photos of it, but I was too shy (as I think it's not polite) to shoot photos of them.
What do you do, when you are facing such situations?
Answer
Become a super spy photographer. It is a filter attachment that allows you to shoot around corners, or look like you are photographing somewhere else. Available from Photojojo.
OR...
I know it is hard approaching people, but if you are polite, 9/10 people would be okay with it. If they do have a problem with it, go to the next market stall. Having a business card that says you are a photographer would also help.
Most people take it as a compliment that you want to photograph them.
If they ask, reassure them that you aren't going to use the images for anything detrimental.
If it is a private market, you may need to get release forms (depends on your location, and the intention of the photo).
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