While at the beach I see many, many people with phones in their hands and many I am sure are not just checking the weather forecast! Should people be taking candid photos on a public beach ? I myself don't have much of a problem with it but I can see how it may upset some people to know that someone some where may have nude images of you.
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Guzzi27Sep 17, 2020As a photographer and a naturist I lean towards it being OK for people to take general wide shots of a beach and photos of their own group/partners etc. Obviously those shots can and will include anyone who is on the beach, but not close up. And if they are naturists then I never give it a second thought.
The problem comes now that phones have powerful zooms in their cameras and can get quite close up shots without you realising it. If I see a textile who looks as though they are doing more than just taking general beach shots I will have a word if close enough or just make it obvious I know what they are doing. A simple V sign when they point the camera in your direction normally works.
But in general I think it is a risk you take. You cant stop people wanting to take photos to record their day in the beach.ReactReply - MEMemberOriginal PosterSep 17, 2020
I think times are changing and it's far more accepted now that people will take photos where ever they are whether it's on the beach, in a pub or shop. I just assume people are taking photos and have no real qualms about that as it seems to be the world we live in now. So providing you are taking pictures of the beach in general I see no problem at all.
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noodengr2Sep 17, 2020Does not bother me in the least. I have no qualms being photographed while legally enjoying nude time. A vast majority of my friends and aquaintances know and accept that I am nudist. I have nothing to be ashamed of
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JerrySep 17, 2020If you are on a beach (nude or textile) do you really have an expectation of privacy? Most photographers I know use that rule to determine if it is OK to take a photo of someone. If they have an expectation of privacy, then ask permission first. No most good photographers I know will look at it in the light that even if they don;t have an expectation of privacy, they will either ask first, or after taking a photo (most are using digital now) they will show the person and ask them if its OK or if the subject would prefer it to be deleted. This only applies to people who are the primary subject of a photo, not people who are in the background.
ReactReply - MEMemberOriginal PosterSep 17, 2020[quote]If you are on a beach (nude or textile) do you really have an expectation of privacy? Most photographers I know use that rule to determine if it is OK to take a photo of someone. If they have an expectation of privacy, then ask permission first. No most good photographers I know will look at it in the light that even if they don;t have an expectation of privacy, they will either ask first, or after taking a photo (most are using digital now) they will show the person and ask them if its OK or if the subject would prefer it to be deleted. This only applies to people who are the primary subject of a photo, not people who are in the background.[/quote] If I wanted privacy I would stay in my garden but as soon as I'm on a beach I expect very little. If you choose to be on a public beach nude then surely you must accept that your privacy was left at home. I have, on a few occasions anyway, been approached by people to tell me that they had taken my picture and asking if I object so I am sure there have been countless times when my picture was taken that I have been unaware of.ReactReply
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StevieLornaSep 17, 2020No they shouldnt take pictures.
We dont expect privacy on a public beach but we do expect others to extend some common courtesy.
Sadly many dont. We used to stay at a hotel that was right on the beach, textiles used the area right in front of the hotel and the naturist area really started about 100 yards along. I used to sit and watch a parade of people walk down to the naturist area and take a picture of their partners standing by the sea with naturists in the background.
The strange thing was if they had faced the other direction it would have been a nicer picture as there was a very pretty island just off the coast. Sadly that direction only had textiles in it so they never did.ReactReply - GS
GSNPhilSep 17, 2020[quote]We dont expect privacy on a public beach but we do expect others to extend some common courtesy.[/quote] Exactly. I get that cameras are everywhere these days but that doesn't make a photographer any less rude for taking a picture of someone who doesn't want their picture taken. There are plenty of people who don't like their picture taken whether they're nude or not.ReactReply - AL
AlSep 17, 2020In answer to your specific question, I don't think people should be taking your picture on a nude beach. Actually, there's a good case for not taking pics without permission anywhere. We should expect some manners, but we are mature enough to recognize that many lookie-loos don't have any. So it comes down to what we're willing to endure from other people. I'm sort of over my own cautiousness.
The sad fact is that people taking pics without permission becomes a deterrent to some people who are interested in trying out nude beaches. There are many people who might be willing to experiment but who are put off by the concern that their pic will end up on the internet.
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JohnathonSep 18, 2020I have always been of the mindset that if you want to take pictures at the beach, respect others and go to an area where there are no people. Or like I did and go early morning when you are the only ones at the beach. Its all about respect and consideration for others.
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bumplesSep 18, 2020I concur that they should only be taken with consideration of the people in them and maybe of consequences that could come of it for them if used improperly.
I do not go to a public place and expect that there would be no photography going on without signed legal documents. I do not go and expect that the photos will be posted to the internet but do expect that they will be used for the photographer only.
I want privacy? I stay in my back yard!
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EarlDSep 20, 2020Rule of thumb is take no photos of anyone without permission problem is on public beaches that is hard to police. Many popular clothing optional beaches have ambassadors who work on keeping them safe in that regard.
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JohnSep 21, 2020To the best of my knowledge there is no legal restriction in most jurisdictions preventing you from photographing people in a public place but in my opinion it is totally impolite to take photos of other people on a nude beach.
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I remember a couple of years ago being contacted here from someone claiming to be a Dutch couple.
When I clicked on the profile there was indeed a picture of a naked couple walking along a beach.
It was so obviously a picture taken through a long lens and the people in the picture were totally unaware that not only was their picture on the internet, but some moron was using it as a dodgy profile.ReactReply - GO
Gordy57Sep 22, 2020I agree it's rude. The paparazzi have set a legal precedent with their shots of famous people, who have little or no legal recourse. Even if the pictures of then were in their backyard with the expectation of privacy.
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JohnSep 23, 2020Well, the paparazzi get away with it because if there's a legal stink, they're backed by the big publications that buy their stuff and can drown the litigants in legal red ink. Most celebrities figure that it's just not worth the hassle. The people who sue you for invasion of privacy might think otherwise, unless you're independently wealthy. Really, really wealthy.
ReactReply - GOGordy57Sep 26, 2020[quote]Well, the paparazzi get away with it because if there's a legal stink, they're backed by the big publications that buy their stuff and can drown the litigants in legal red ink. Most celebrities figure that it's just not worth the hassle. The people who sue you for invasion of privacy might think otherwise, unless you're independently wealthy. Really, really wealthy.[/quote] Possibly. But in reality many of us have our picture taken every day by store security cameras, ATM's, traffic cam's, cell phones at the beach..... all in the public view and nothing you can do about it. The sticky point is expectation of privacy in your own house or back yard, This is where the peeping Tom laws come in.ReactReply
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MarcusOct 14, 2020No, if somebody takes a picture from naked people it's voyeurism. It's easy like that.
ReactReply - ALAlbertNov 3, 2020
Taking my picture doesn't worry me; in fact, I would be flattered that anyone would want one.
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SteveNov 10, 2020I tend to read blogs while laying out at the beach. Hope the angle I hold my phone (usually optimised for reading the screen in bright sunlight) isn't misinterpreted!
ReactReply - MEMemberDec 15, 2020
It was a respectable and safe choice you made. If you find your self wanting to take pics take short panning videos so your not focusing on any one general area or possible individuals
ReactReply - MEMemberMar 9, 2021
We were at Haulover for Valentines Day weekend and noticed people taking selfies and had to have our shots in the background. It was so fun to experience the environment and the very nice weather!!! We will definitely be back to visit soon!
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PaulMar 12, 2021You're at a pubic place and outside. You should assume and accept the possibility that someone is taking your picture.
If you're at a private resort with a no-photo policy, you have a reasonable expectation that no one is taking your picture.
Regardless, really cannot speak to the "should" part of the question.
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McdcvsMar 16, 2021All but one of the hot spring I have been to ban cameras phones or any recording device on the grounds. Valley View allows cameras but ask that you not take photos of people without their permission.
All of the clubs/resorts I have been to allow phones and tablets and they provide stickers to put over your lenses so that you can use your devices without people worrying is your are taking their picture.
The only clothing optional "beach" I have been to is Hippie Hollow in Austin, TX. I don't remember there being any restrictions on cameras but it didn't matter that day as I was on the beach alone. There was a man in a boat that kept getting closer to the beach. In my case, I don't much care but I can see how it could be an issue for my wife and other women.
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ManOfWicklowMar 28, 2021If anyone is worried about being photographed, they should stay away from public places.
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