Comments on: Skeleton Tube

By: Dave Wilson

Dave Wilson — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:33:38 +0000

I know how this feels – I was annoyed to hear of another photographer who got to use his tripod on top of the Rockefeller Center in New York recently. I was constantly hassled and prevented from using mine when I was there despite the fact that the place was not at all busy. I guess it all comes down to how officious the security guard on duty that day is feeling.

By: Heath OFee

Heath OFee — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:03:14 +0000

In reply to Dave Wilson.

Oh man…sounds like you had a much better experience than I did! I sometimes think it must be hit or miss in places like that depending on who’s working at the time. Most times I’m in a shoot first, answer questions later kind of mindset, but it seems like the asking for permission thing can sometimes go a long way. Hmmm….you’ve given me some food for thought!

By: Dave Wilson

Dave Wilson — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 17:54:05 +0000

I’ve heard a lot of people complain of getting hassled by security here. I was approached outside but, inside, had no problems. I asked the guy at the information desk (in the middle of your shot here) about whether I could shoot inside. He turned out to be a photographer too and told me it would be fine. He even pointed out some good locations. From then on, when one of the uniformed guards approached me, I just told them I had permission and referred them to the information guy!