I was reading a magazine about Buddhism, trying to find the inner peace in myself before I strangle it, and they featured photographer from NYC who has an unbelievable photo blog. His name is Travis Ruse and the website address is http://www.travisruse.com. He goes into the NYC subway and takes candid shots of people on the train. He does not ask for permission because they are in public and they do not have any expectation of privicy. (http://blog.photoblogs.org/2006/02/19/selling-pictures-of-strangers/) I am the firm believer in not asking. As soon as you ask someone to pose, their face changes completely. Look at this image, http://www.travisruse.com/archives/2007/03/f_train_4th_ave_13.php, look at how relaxed their faces are. That is what happens when you get candid shots. It also catches people when they are vulnerable, which some people argue about. I would have to disagree. You are capturing "realism" You are capturing life in a real way. Need time you are in the subway, look around and see around you.
here is the rule in mass taking pictures on the subway.
http://bostonist.com/2007/07/26/mbta_photo_poli.php
"One of the risks of appearing in public is the likelihood of being photographed." Diane Arbus
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