The Travelin' Librarian finds a story about a photographer harassed by Metro employees and being told that photography is illegal (at the Red Line where he was). A later call to the Metro security as well as sheriff stated of not hearing such a law/there is no such law.
Metro's Web site does not mention anything about a law like that, but does give filming and photography guidelines, which is focused on production companies and not individuals.
May 14, 2008
California - Port of Los Angeles
The Travelin' Librarian finds a story about a photographer visited by the FBI after taking photos at the Port of Los Angeles. The story later mentions that the photographer was told that one can email the Port of Los Angeles police letting them know that you will be taking photos in the area and get a free permit.
There's no mention of this on the Port of Los Angeles Web site, however. The only thing I can find mentions a Wharfinger Division that does charge fees and gives information on obtaining a permit and potential insurance needs.
There's no mention of this on the Port of Los Angeles Web site, however. The only thing I can find mentions a Wharfinger Division that does charge fees and gives information on obtaining a permit and potential insurance needs.
May 13, 2008
New York - Guggenheim Museum
You'll need to contact the Guggenheim Museum for photography. Be warned, however, that there may be no response - this happened to Scott Kelby.
New York - New York City
Information for photography in New York City. You will need to get a permit.
Update (July 14, 2008): The City of New York, Mayor’s Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting published updated permit rules that go into effect on August 13, 2008.
New York City parks handles photography differently.
Update (July 14, 2008): The City of New York, Mayor’s Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting published updated permit rules that go into effect on August 13, 2008.
Permits will not be required for casual photographers, tourists, credentialed members of the media, or other members of the public who do not use vehicles or equipment or assert exclusive use of City property.
New York City parks handles photography differently.
New York - Prospect Park
Prospect Park requires a permit for filming but does not specifically mention photography. I'd go with the assumption that they will require it; email or call them to verify if it will be necessary for you.
New York - Hudson River Park
Hudson River Park requires a permit for photography. Be sure to get the application in well before the shoot.
New York - Battery Park City Parks
Information for photography permits for Batter Park City Parks. Be warned: as of this posting, the Web site has a bright blue background with white text that may be difficult for some of you to read, if not hurt your eyes.
New York - Grand Central Terminal (Station)
This post by Scott Kelby gave me enough of a scent to find information on photography in Grand Central Station (or Grand Central Terminal as they call themselves).
From the Grand Central Terminal FAQ:
From the Grand Central Terminal FAQ:
If I want to take pictures in Grand Central, would I need a permit?
Anyone is free to take pictures inside Grand Central. However, if you would be using professional equipment like a tripod, you would need to get a permit through the Metro North Press Department at (212) 672-1200.
May 10, 2008
A light at the end of the tunnel for Dead Gentlemen Productions
From Dead Gentlemen Productions:
At this point, with all this talk of distributed gaming films, you’re probably wondering what’s going on with “Dorkness Rising”. Well, the press release is on the way, but until that arrives, Dead Gentlemen is thrilled to announce that we signed on the dotted line and “Dorkness Rising” is on track for release this summer! Watch this space for more details, but rest assured that the long, dark wait is over. More soon!
England - Alnwick - Alnwick Castle
Used as the location for various films and tied with Guy Fawkes, photography is fine outdoors. I didn't take any photos indoors, but I do not remember if that was lack of interest or if it was not allowed. If not allowed, there are signs indicating this.
England - Northumberland - Bamburgh Castle
No photography allowed indoors. You can get some good shots of the beach, though.
Scotland - Stirling - Stirling Castle
Photography is allowed and the castle is a beautiful place to take photos, especially of the surrounding the area, if the weather is cooperating with you.
Scotland - Roslin - Rosslyn Chapel
As indicated on the front page of their Web site, photography is not allowed inside the chapel.
Scotland - Edinburgh - Museum on the Mound
This interesting museum that looks at banks, building societies (not all people could belong to banks but could get a loan for mortgages here), and currencies does not allow photography and has a sign indicating it.
Scotland - Edinburgh - Edinburgh Castle
The only place I definitely remember where photography is not allowed is the room with the Scottish crown jewels. The museums that are there may not allow photography. There are signs indicating where photography is not allowed, though, so there are no guessing games.
May 6, 2008
Canon Hacker's Development Kit (CHDK)
Lifehacker has an article on the Canon Hacker's Development Kit (CHDK) that gives Canon point-and-shoot cameras some nifty functionality without touching the firmware. Currently my point-and-shoot is not supported, but I will be keeping an eye on CHDK.
CHDK Web site
CHDK Web site
Kubuntu proxy support lacking
I was trying to install Kubuntu at a location that required going through a proxy to reach the Internet. My previous installs of Kubuntu in such a situation failed, but version 8.0.4 appears to have fixed that, or I just never found the option to allow a proxy during the install before.
The option for allowing a proxy hides at the last screen during the install process before hitting the install button. Pressing the "Advanced" button that appears there leads to a window with an option to put in proxy information.
Still, Kubuntu fails to sufficiently address proxies when it comes to installing packages. There is no option to give a proxy and the package install program completely ignores the proxy settings in KDE. While a solution is given that requires going into a console, this solution did not fully work for me and should not be necessary for general users.
I later installed Ubuntu, which had no problems whatsoever.
The option for allowing a proxy hides at the last screen during the install process before hitting the install button. Pressing the "Advanced" button that appears there leads to a window with an option to put in proxy information.
Still, Kubuntu fails to sufficiently address proxies when it comes to installing packages. There is no option to give a proxy and the package install program completely ignores the proxy settings in KDE. While a solution is given that requires going into a console, this solution did not fully work for me and should not be necessary for general users.
I later installed Ubuntu, which had no problems whatsoever.
New York - Marriott Marquis in Times Square
Usually, as photographers, we have enough trouble carrying around a camera. Scott Kelby shares a story where a hotel security guard stops him and a group he was with asking them where they were going with tripods.
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