Being photographed

[robbiethepiper]

For 5 years I made my living busking ( U.S. trans = panhandling? ). Photographed many times daily. Rarely did anyone ask for permission, but most put something in the bowl. Some thought a smile was enough. Others seemed to believe they had the right to record anyone dressed unusally. I just try to accept that in this world there are the good, the bad and the ugly.Try to stay closer to the good.

[CaseyB]

busking ( U.S. trans = panhandling? )

Busking is more like Street Performance, panhandling is begging.

[auld argonian]

Busking is more like Street Performance, panhandling is begging.

We have a lot of buskers here in Chicago but, after hearing some of them, a bagpiper would be a major improvement.

Ever hear of "bucket boys"?

Best

AA

[Brother Falldown]

For 5 years I made my living busking ( U.S. trans = panhandling? ). Photographed many times daily. Rarely did anyone ask for permission, but most put something in the bowl. Some thought a smile was enough. Others seemed to believe they had the right to record anyone dressed unusally. I just try to accept that in this world there are the good, the bad and the ugly.Try to stay closer to the good.

Robbie,

Only the olfs too cheap to tip (and certain municipalities) consider it panhandling! Street performing has an ancient and honorable (ancient anyway) history. The Salvation Army Bell Ringer is more a panhandler than the busker providing entertainment.

Pops

[Bill aka Mole]

While I've only been asked once for a photo, I really like the $5 a pic thought!

[Squeaky McMurdo]

Meh, I don't mind me and/or my hubby being photographed, I would be displeased if someone were to take pictures of my kids without permission, but sometimes they stop you for a picture when it's not exactly convenient (f.e. while rushing the two year old to the potty, when late for an appointment, or rushing yourself to the potty!)

--Chelsea McMurdo--