Creepy or not? Cosplayer/Photographer pointers for photos & cosplay

[Tenchi Fan]

oops double post  ???

[Dagger-6]

I'd also advise cosplayers should they feel uncomfortable around a photographer, be sure to get their name / badge name / physical description of them. I know a few instances where a few acquaintances who have been in similar situations. It is just best to report them to a staff member like B Sapphire or the press department (if they have a visible press badge). Don't be afraid to speak up, because chances are, the creepy photographers are probably giving off the wrong vibe to other cosplayers. 

If you have people taking pictures and making you feel uncomfortable, flag down a rover in the area.  We should be easier to find, and with our radios and people running around, it's a lot easier for us to put out a heads-up and get staff on the lookout for suspicious people.

[ichigocorcor]

I'd also advise cosplayers should they feel uncomfortable around a photographer, be sure to get their name / badge name / physical description of them. I know a few instances where a few acquaintances who have been in similar situations. It is just best to report them to a staff member like B Sapphire or the press department (if they have a visible press badge). Don't be afraid to speak up, because chances are, the creepy photographers are probably giving off the wrong vibe to other cosplayers. 

If you have people taking pictures and making you feel uncomfortable, flag down a rover in the area.  We should be easier to find, and with our radios and people running around, it's a lot easier for us to put out a heads-up and get staff on the lookout for suspicious people.

Another great idea would be to make friends with the Twilight Knights from the dojo... they'll walk around with you on their breaks and nothing intimidates creepy otaku more than that black beret ;P But the rovers were great! Whoever the bouncer was on Saturday at the 18+ club in the Hilton was awesome, and really helpful and protective of the girls in the dance.

[maulrat]

Team Creepy Photographers Invade Fanime 2009

[Tenchi Fan]

Team Creepy Photographers Invade Fanime 2009

It would have been creepier if you all had pyramid heads on :P During the whole con I didn't spot Team Creepy.

[andyrak]

Team Creepy Photographers Invade Fanime 2009

lol why are these all socal photog? XDDD

[CreepyPhotog]

That's weird, I was running around with a different creepy photographer shirt and I had tons of people come up to me and ask to get their picture taken.

So weird... Nothing to worry about I guess?

[maulrat]

Team Creepy Photographers Invade Fanime 2009

lol why are these all socal photog? XDDD

becuz socal is creeeeeeepy  :o :o :o

[Nina Star 9]

For next year, what should I do about people that say "can I get a photo of you" and -then- jump in the picture with you? (Keyword here being "of" and not "with.") It makes me feel uncomfortable to take pictures with random strangers (I understand if you are cosplaying from the same series and want to take pics with another character or if you know the person/know them somewhat (have been talking and joking with them, etc.), but totally random guys in normal clothes?), especially since I usually get the vibe of "I'm taking this photo of proof that I can get girls to talk to me" (no offense, anyone ;P). If I have already agreed to a pic and then they jump in with me, what should I do? (If they try to touch me/wrap an arm around me/etc., I'll just wiggle out and strike a pose and they get the message usually, but if they insisted, what should I do then?)

[Dagger-6]

Just tell them you don't feel comfortable taking pictures with random strangers.

Being polite but direct works fine.

And remember, if they ever give you problems about that, just flag down a rover.  It's your own privacy, and you can decide whether you want someone standing close to you for a picture.

[Stormfalcon]

Just tell them you don't feel comfortable taking pictures with random strangers.

Being polite but direct works fine.

And remember, if they ever give you problems about that, just flag down a rover.  It's your own privacy, and you can decide whether you want someone standing close to you for a picture.

Very true, especially the last part if they don't take the hint.  Folks like that make the rest of us look bad.  It's one thing to ask if you can have a picture with the cosplayer, but entirely another to force yourself into the picture without permission.

[shiroin]

international creepy photographer from taiwan reporting in!

(also, first post in this forum booyah)

[quantbits]

in related news...

I actually HAD real creepy photogs approach cosplayers while we were walking to our locations to shoot as some shoots ran behind schedule.

Some were persistent and annoying.

[Tenchi Fan]

in related news...

I actually HAD real creepy photogs approach cosplayers while we were walking to our locations to shoot as some shoots ran behind schedule.

Some were persistent and annoying.

;(

[roth14]

I am not sure if this belongs here (sorry if it doesn't) but did anyone see this kinda old balding dude take a picture of them far away without asking?