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 Posted - 02/01/2006 : 09:29:19 AM
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well Elrin... you dont have to "miss out" on anything...
you carry that camera... and you take what photos you want...
you sound like a nice person who doesnt want to upset anybody... thats good... people will sense that...
so dont let your own timidity spoil a terrific vacation.... snap those memories... or they will be lost forever.
Smendes, Yes, someone could miss out on photos but then too, a number of photographers have lost their cameras and/or film to irate beachgoers.
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nudetoo
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Posted - 02/01/2006 : 10:02:30 AM
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Now IMHO if I wanted to take a camera to a beach and fine a spot where we were alone, I would take all the pics I wanted, but if there was other people there, (and me being a loud overbearing redneck) I would stand up and ask if anyone had a problem with me taking a few pics,if anyone did I would put the camera away untill that person left or moved, then take the shot or ask someone to take a few of me and GF, and as far as camera phones, to me that is just sneeky
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smendes
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Posted - 02/01/2006 : 10:11:20 AM
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well its HIS choice.... but I would not give up so easily...
he said he wanted pictures of himself and his party... and that should not trouble anybody else.
... it seems reasonable to me
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FireProf
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 Posted - 02/01/2006 : 12:16:36 PM
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In a "nut shell", I think if you take a camera to a nude beach, are discreet, ask permission from those around you, the management, etc., you most likely won't have any problems.
but...you should equally be aware that this still doesn't always make "everyone" comfortable with a camera out there when they are nude.
Be responsible, be respectful and be mindful of those around you and their concerns.
smendes,
I get a strange feeling that with you attitude towards this particular subject, you will most likely be "confronted" in a negative way if "you" show up with a camera on the nude beach. I sure hope your not as stubborn as you seem.
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nudetoo
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Posted - 02/01/2006 : 8:30:11 PM
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I agree Fireprof.
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Posted - 03/19/2006 : 2:13:02 PM
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Most nude beaches or resorts will openly display their policy on cameras or video cams. Like Cheri said, if you're allowed to have a camera, ask first is the general rule. As far as developing goes, Wal-Mart will not develop nude shots. Walgreens Drugstores will.
Thank God it's almost warm!!
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Posted - 03/21/2006 : 07:45:58 AM
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Unless you are going to take pictures of yourself or family or friends (with their permission of course) I would suggest that you leave the camera at home. It only makes people apprehensive as to your motives. Personally I don’t care if somebody takes pictures of me, why they would bother I don’t know. In my wifes case she cannot afford to have her picture turn up on some web site. Its no good saying that if somebody sees it that they must have been looking there. I am sure you have heard the phrase " my attention was drawn to it by a concerned individual". It may not be the world we would like to live in but it is the reality of the world that we do live in. Hopefully American society will eventually grow up as regards this issue and the narrowminded busybodies will be ignored.
PS If anybody brings binoculars to the beach, please leave the bloody things at home. They are definitely the mark of a pervert. even if the individual pretends to be viewing the landscape.
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Posted - 03/21/2006 : 1:49:59 PM
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I totally understand those that have definate negative feelings about cameras on nude beaches, nude clubs and nude resorts.
Many of those that frequent these places, with their cameras, are actually very good people and are just as concerned about voyeur pictures as you are.
The people you have to worry about taking pictures of you that will show up on the internet aren't the ones taking pictures of their wifes, husband, sign. others, family, friends. The ones you've got to worry about are the cameras you DON'T see!
I'm often taken back by some of those we've met on Club Orient's section of the beach in St. Martin that are so paranoid about some nudist with a camera, taking pictures of his wife or friends when they should be worrying about the guy/girl sitting behind them with the camera hidden under a towel clicking every angle of their body, or the clothed tourist walking the beach with family and friends with his/her camera at the end of their hand, finger on the shutter button and clicking away as they walk by.
I don't think anyone taking pictures of themselves that is there on the beach nude with you is a real threat. If they do begin to take pictures your way, just tell them you'd prefer they didn't point the camera in your direction. Most will understand and probably apologize a 100 times.
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beachnudist
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Posted - 03/21/2006 : 2:43:34 PM
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Fire prof
I agree with everything you say. Its just the perception that can come across. As you say yourself about the people in Club Orient being paranoid about it. I know that we cant prevent our picture being taken what with hidden cameras, long lens, cell phone cameras, video phones etc. It’s a pity that this happens as it can keep people from enjoying two of lifes pleasures---reminiscing over photographs and relaxing on the beach.
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Ace
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Posted - 07/17/2006 : 2:54:11 PM
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Yes, you should be allowed to bring your camera. Just need to use your head like you would anywhere else and not take photos of those whithout asking...
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Posted - 07/18/2006 : 12:29:35 PM
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I have mixed feelings on this subject. On the one hand, if I am not traveling far to visit a nudist resort and I am only staying 2 or 3 days, the freedom that comes from not having a camera is wonderful because I am able to focus on positive social interaction. Sometimes we need to remember that getting away is more for rest and relaxation than show and tell back home. On the other hand, if I am on a lengthy and expensive vacation, I want to take pictures! Therefore, it is unlikely I would ever visit a nudist resort that is more than 2 hours from home, unless I were to make such a visit part of a larger trip (one where I am also staying at places where photography is permitted). I'm willing to bet that the issue of taking pictures is very problematic so far as the promotion of nudist vacation venues is concerned.
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Posted - 07/19/2006 : 08:01:48 AM
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I just spent a few days at the nudist resort in VA, (White Tail Park) and they had a number of heavily attended events during that week. Some of the events were going to be covered by media with photographers so they had a very sensible approach to controlling that situation.
They had everyone choose one of 3 different colored lanyards (necklaces basically) and the colors indicated your preference concerning the photographs: RED = NO PHOTO ALLOWED (all kids got this color regardless) YELLOW = PHOTOS WITH PERMISSION, and GREEN = FIRE AT WILL, I DON'T CARE
IN addition they had a written release that indicated where the photo's might appear and you checked off the one's you would allow. For instance, I allowed local newspaper coverage and also a release to the AANR bulletin, but refused "internet" sites.
This did not change the policy of individuals be allowed to have cameras, camera phones etc. And the non-AANR media photographers were escorted by a club member the entire time they were on site to make sure they didn't do any "free lancing".
It seemed a very safe and sane way to handle it to me and I assume they may do this in many other places for specific events. AANR presence was heavy that day so maybe it's their suggested policy.
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Posted - 07/19/2006 : 11:55:16 AM
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I agree banning cameras at a resort makes a lot of since, but the topic here is at a nude beach.
Personally I have seen many cameras at nude beaches, and it’s not a problem if it is used with common sense. This past June at Playalina we saw a couple taking photos of one another in the surf. It was obvious they wanted some memory shots, so a man walking by offered to take some shots of them as a couple. They were very thankful to the man and nobody had a problem with it because they weren’t sneaking around.
We usually take a camera with us to the beach and have never seen anyone upset because we were taking photos. Keep in mind if the camera starts getting pointed in the wrong direction, you will see how fast someone can get upset.
Just use some common sense.
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JustJim
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Posted - 07/19/2006 : 1:57:07 PM
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I suppose one of the problems (as is evidenced by the seemingly perpetual threads on here about "Erections" and "Photos" is that common sense isn't all that common these days.
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Posted - 07/19/2006 : 5:19:16 PM
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Jim,
Anyone ever tell you what a wise man you are?
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