I'm mostly posting this photo because a guy came out and told me I couldn't take pictures. That's right: he told me I was not allowed to photograph this pile of smashed aluminum cans from the public sidewalk where I was standing. It's not uncommon in New York (or many other places) to be told by a security guard, sometimes aggressively, that you can't photograph something on their property. But regardless of what these people tell you, photographing their property is well within your legal rights, as long as you're taking the photo from a public place.
Day 11
Outside a recycling center
January 10th, 2012
Maybe he wants the pile to get bigger before you take the picture :)
I read the link you provided. good to know the right. Thanks
Wow. Unbelievable in more ways than one. First, it looks like nothing more than a disgusting trash heap so what’s the point in recycling it? Second, to tell you you cannot take a picture? What do they not want to get into trouble for having such a mess of their recyclables? They should get into trouble. What a mess. Way to go Matt to know your rights!
New fundraising strategy:
1. Get arrested taking photos in a public place.
2. Sue for false arrest.
3. The settlement will pay for the rest of your walk!
Sounding like a cash register…Caachiiing !!!
Love it! not Matt getting arrested of course, but the funding the rest of the walk yes!
Matt, You have the right to remain silent……..
…..anything you photograph may be used in a court of law…….
good to see you are not taking the bs that these little hitlers hand out- your pictures are fantastic!
Hobo Nation Unite!!! For bail money……
You are a funny man. Stand Strong my man !
Next on Hoarders….addicted to their metal fetish they threaten innocent passerbys on a daily basis.