In the modern day and age, people do seem to be more suspicious of photographers, but there are also some lovely people out there who are happy to be shot.

I was on my way to a meeting this morning, in Central London, and was early. I also noticed how there was a great area of shade, just out of the sun, but with some light reflecting off shop windows, giving some beautiful natural fill light. With this in mind, and not being with anyone, I was deterimined to shoot someone. I saw this young lady and asked if I could take her photo. Initially she wondered why, but when I explained that it’s just to add to my portfolio of shots, she was happy to oblige.

I know a few people who are very uncomforable at the prospect of asking strangers to take their photos - and in fact I am as well. I’ve found though, that to make you seem less like a ‘pervy voyeur’ having some cards with your contact details (website, email, and phone number) means that firstly it gives you a level of credibility, but secondly, the person can take a look at your site, and then decide if they want to pass on enough details to email and get a copy of any shots that they like.

I’m glad I had a handful of cards in my coat pocket, otherwise, I would have missed out on this lovely shot!