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I just chance upon this website before going to bed. And somehow, I got moved by it. In recent history, security guards almost everywhere consider people with cameras (mostly DSLR) dangerous to the point that they think of them as terrorist. I myself was not spared from being harassed by security guards when I try to take a picture of a beautiful scenery.
I have checked the two well-known forums here in the Philippines regarding this topic and both have mixed reactions, having more pros than cons. It took me a while to absorb both sides and weigh things as I ponder on each thought.
If you asked me, I don't see anything wrong taking pictures outside as long as no other people would be compromised and photographers know their limits on what and where to shoot. Its just a matter of whether getting caught or not or how you deal with the security of the premises that matters most.
Again, I'm a Photographer, Not a Terrorist!
im' a photographer too, not a terrorist....though we have to be cautious on what/where/who to shoot, like here in the country where currently i'm working, it is a no-no to shoot government establishments...
ReplyDeleteActually, some guards misunderstand people taking phots like I was prompted in Ayala Triangle from taking photos because it was a rule but when I saw the rule, it was no taking photos for commercial purposes.
ReplyDeleteSome malls and establishments ,taking picture is not allowed so we have to know when our limitations or better ask first to be on the safe side.
ReplyDeleteThey have their own reasons but that's their policy too and we just have to respect it but so far I haven't been into confrontation by anyone as long as you don't take those shots inside the shops and only along the hallway. What I also learn is that, as long as you are not bringing big cams, they have no problems with it.
ReplyDeleteThere are places here in our country that cameras are not allowed, specially to those establishments and buildings. You have to get a permit to have a photo shoot. But if you are referring to tourist spots, I haven't experienced anything yet. I once visited LIBIS and was checking out a condominiums for a friend and of course I have to take photos of the surroundings and the buildings. I was stopped by a guard and said it is not allowed to take photos of the buildings and the surroundings..
ReplyDeleteHihihihi... It's coz everyone can be a suspect nowadays. Much more, if one has an advanced cam on hand.
ReplyDeleteI personally find it quite ironic. Here we all are, being encouraged to promote the beauty of our country to the world. Yet, instances like this can make it quite frustrating, if not discouraging for others. I've been to other countries and seen a lot of places there where people are welcomed to take pictures. If those happened here, they would have probably be shot.
ReplyDeleteWell, I just happen to be a private person with a camera. I'm not a photographer and I'd really be offended if I'd be driven away because I'm taking pictures. I was actually reprimanded once for taking photos inside the grocery store, all I did was comply but at the back of my mind I was asking a resounding WHY????
ReplyDeleted buh nila alam nah nkakatulong din yan sa pagpromote...:-)tsk3 lalo na if blogger.
ReplyDeleteOo nga, nakakutlong yan sa pagpromote tulad ng sabi ni Germz. Kaya okay lang magpicture picture pwera nalang kung may tao na ayaw magpakuha. ;D
ReplyDeleteEven snapshooters are harassed by security. I was at the LRT with som Indonesian friends and we were no allowed to take photos at the station.
ReplyDeleteIt is really weird that you can't take a photo of the place with a DSLR but you can take photos with a digicam. -_-
ReplyDeletehaist!
ReplyDeletejust last night, I was stopped by a guard during a photo session with my client.
Hell, I was just shooting a salon, to be used for brochure.
Apparently, using iphone is fine anywhere but if a camera goes big that it won't fit your pocket..
You need permit.
what for?