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dazzler New user 34 Posts |
Today I stepped in to take a photograph of some Tourists as they were doing it themselves and obviously one of there group was out of the picture. They were very happy and it set my mind thinking that some of my best photographs of past adventures have been because of the kindness of someone stepping in and doing this for me. I then went onto thinking that I as a unexperienced photographer never really know what to say to the people in the photo just before the click moment. I would not say cheese as I think that has been overdone and a bit lame, but something needs to be said to relax the people who are posing as this can be a stiff moment for some. It would be nice to have a way to relax the subjects with a word or two and give them a great photo. I know this is not about Magic but in some ways I left them today with a gift and a memory just because I approached and offered my services. I am interested to know what others do or say when taking photographs.
Thanks Darrell |
mastermindreader 1949 - 2017 Seattle, WA 12586 Posts |
I usually scream "Look out!" and then snap the picture.
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Devious Inner circle 2120 Posts |
I normally pretend to take off with the camera. It lightens them up sir.
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mastermindreader 1949 - 2017 Seattle, WA 12586 Posts |
Great ideas!
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balducci Loyal user Canada 227 Posts |
Dazzler: Whatever works for you, I guess. I was visiting in Australia recently and seeing the sights, and along the way was asked to take photos of numerous groups of tourists. I never ran into any that were stiff. I find that tourists asking me to take their photo are usually pretty relaxed to start with. I typically just say "smile" and take a few photographs one after the other (assuming a digital camera, as nearly everyone has these days). Taking a few photos one after the other typically captures at least one picture that has everyone looking relaxed, and with everyone's eyes open.
Devious: Speaking for myself, if I was a tourist and someone (e.g., yourself) made an act of pretending to make off with my camera, that would NOT relax me inwardly no matter how I looked on the exterior. Personally, I wouldn't appreciate it. But, if it works for you and you've never run into a problem then obviously YMMV. Presumably you do it in such a way that it works for you.
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Josh Chaikin Inner circle Kansas City 1430 Posts |
I've had people take pictures for me before, and all I have are a lot of blurry, out of focus pictures to show for it...the rub is, I usually take a picture for them too, and I make *** sure it is in focus...ah well.
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dazzler New user 34 Posts |
I agree Bob these are good ideas. Maybe it is just me feeling that awkward cheese moment and wanting something better to say. I know it is not really anything to worry about but still I might try some of these ideas next time, if I remember.
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DanHarlan V.I.P. 998 Posts |
I used to have to deal with this all the time in Vegas when I worked "the floor" for the Magic Empire. Pretending to run off with the camera is ONLY funny if people know you are working the gig... 'cause they know you have to come back. Another one I liked was to say, "Okay, everybody ready? On THREE. One... Tw[snap the picture]" Problem is most cameras don't make a sound now and many won't even flash so it's no longer a viable joke.
Here's my all-time favorite for almost anybody, anywhere: Say, "Okay, squeeze in tighter so I can get you all in the shot. A little closer together. Closer. Squeeze in tighter. Tighter. Skootch in a bit. A bit more. More. Closer. Everybody get in the picture. Squeeze together. Don't be shy. Closer..." and just keep going with it until they all laugh... which they will... that's when you take the picture. Make sure you act out the whole business of trying to get them all in the shot, but be ready to take the picture the moment they laugh. This joke works no matter how many or few people there are... even if there is only one person! One caveat: don't do it for anyone obese. I shouldn't have to mention that, but you just never know, ya know? --Dan Harlan |
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