As some rights continue to erode since 9/11 and the police and private security in many cities across the US handle photography in public differently the ACLU has put out a good overview of your rights as a photographer. FOr anyone who photographs outside of their home this is a good read.
ACLU Review of Photographer’s Rights
7 Sep 2011
Be sure to check out Part I of my images from the Bradbury Building if you have not seen them already. It is really a beautiful building.
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I am finally up to the fourth and final building from the Shooting Architecture weekend workshop in Los Angeles last July. Although each of the buildings we shot that weekend was impressive, the LA Central Public Library, One Bunker Hill and the Million Dollar Theater, they definitely save the best for last.
You may not be familiar with the Bradbury Building off hand. But it has played a role in many Hollywood features on both the big and small screen. Think Blade Runner or 500 Days of Summer to name two. The nondescript exterior may have most people walking right by not noticing what awaits inside the doors. But once inside it is truly inspiring.
The late 1800s building features a light filled five story atrium adorned with intricate iron work, marble, carved wood and red brick all under a glass ceiling. Tourists are allowed access but only up the second floor landing. We however got special access to all 5 floors which allowed for some spectacular architectural photography shots.
The Bradbury Building has seen numerous occupants over the years. Today the internal affairs department of the LAPD occupies most of the building along with several other businesses. But it is the architecture that takes center stage.
31 Aug 2011
