When I worked for newspapers, covering house fires was part of the job.
At one such fire, I noticed homeowners consoling themselves. I aimed my
telephoto lens at them. One of them noticed. She cringed.
So did I.
Even now, years later, I shudder at my insensitivity.
That painful moment taught me the importance of circumspection. Sometimes it's better to let the camera hang on its strap. Sometimes its better to engage in conversations with people before raising a lens.
Circumspection earns respect. Respect brings about cooperation. Cooperation provides access. Access means better photographs.
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