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"Todd Lehman" <todd@lugnet.com> writes:
> What do you consider proper etiquette for taking photos at an event like
> BrickFest?
Depends on the situation. I have never been to a BrickFest but I did
go to BricksWest. I won't be at BrickFest this year, either. :-(
> I love taking pictures -- but I can get kinda trigger-happy. Please share
> your thoughts on the questions below!
>
>
> You're an exhibitor...
>
> * Do you take it as a given that there will be lots of people with digital
> cameras taking lots of pictures? Are you cool with that?
Yes.
> * Do you consider it flattering if someone asks to take a picture of your
> display?
Yes.
> Are you insulted if someone takes a picture but doesn't ask first?
A snapshot, no. An involved set up picture, that involves moving
things around and arranging equipment, yes.
> Are you sad if someone has a camera but doesn't take a picture?
No. I doubt I'd notice.
> * How do you feel about pictures of your creations showing up online?
I'd have an issue if it was used for commercial gain. But otherwise,
no problem.
> * Are you concerned about the use of strobe flashes?
As long as they aren't in my eyes without warning, no.
> * If I asked to take some close-up photos of your display and I wanted to set
> up lighting which might, for a period of time (I dunno, like 10-20 minutes),
> get in your way or prevent others from getting a good look at your stuff, how
> would that affect you?
You'd have to ask nicely. I might ask you to do it at a later time or
something if it was inconvenient at that time.
> You're a strolling attendee...
>
> * Are you camera-shy? Do you show it or hide it?
Neutral.
> * Does a nearby camera distract you? Does it invigorate you? Irritate you?
Someone with a big professional rig that is shooting video footage for
TV or something would distract me. Passers-by with point-n-shoot, no
problem. Somewhere in between is a grey area.
> * At what distance do you feel your "personal space" is being entered?
Dunno.
> * How do you feel about candids? When someone takes your photograph, do
> you tighten up? Do you relax? Do you like to pose? Do you prefer to be
> photographed "naturally" (talking to someone or pondering something)?
I may not want to be the main feature in a photograph without being
asked, but as part of a crowd scene it is not a problem. Posed
pictures usually look stupid, and I prefer candid ones, however.
> * Do you hate being asked to smile for the camera?
Not hate exactly, but I don't like it either.
> * Do you mind being photographed with a telephoto lens from 10-15 feet away?
If I know about it and have given consent, no problem.
> * Am I being rude if I take your picture without asking you? If I did this,
> and it upset you, would you let me know?
If it's a picture of me specifically, I'd prefer to be asked. If it
was by surprise, I might get irritated and say "Hey!" or somesuch.
> * Do you enjoy participating in group photos? Large groups? Small groups?
No problem.
> * How do you feel about pictures of you showing up online? Would you want
> to approve/reject photos of you prior to their being published on a web page
> or do you trust the photographer's judgement?
Again, as part of a group shot, I wouldn't mind. But for a shot that
features me, I'd like to have a chance to veto it.
> You're a speaker...
>
> * Are flashes a distraction for you?
Probably. Depends on from how far away, whether everyone's doing it
or just one person, etc.
> * If someone takes your photo, are they least likely to distract or annoy you
> if they're in the front row, or way in the back, or on the side, or down by
> your feet?
In the back or to the side is less distracting.
> You're an event organizer...
>
> * What expectations do you have for photographers at your event? What rules
> do you expect them to abide by?
Depends on the event...
--
William R Ward bill@wards.net http://www.wards.net/~bill/
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