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I read an interesting article on Forbes.com titled “How To Get People To Trust You.” Considering it was from Forbes, you can imagine that it is more specifically talking about getting bosses, co-workers, and clients to trust you. There were a lot of good tips. But how does this relate to photography?

I’m always amazed at how some people can approach strangers and ask to take their pictures. It is especially hard when trying to take pictures of kids. So many parents are understandably apprehensive. It gets even harder when you intend to publish the pictures and need them to sign something.

As I was reading thru the tips on Forbes, there was one paragraph that seemed to be applicable to this.

Feinstein encourages her clients to bare their forearms and show their palms. Flashing some skin indicates openness and availability. Eye contact is also key. If you’re looking away, she says, you seem shifty.

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Do you have any tips to offer?

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