Much is made, with lots of debate over tripod useage (and indeed photography in general) in 'public spaces'. However, many parks are now being subjected to 'no tripod' rulings. The two most common reasons behind City and Borough councils are that tripods can be an obstruction, and that use of that space for commercial gain requires written permission.
We must therefore summise that tripods=commercial photography
Technically someone taking kit,film or memory cards from you is assault. However, a little bit of forethought and deplomacy goes along way.....normally
Photography in cities now means the authorities will probably be watching your activities long before you realise you are being approached.
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primarily using Nikon film and digi kit, and some micro 4/3rds gear for experimenting with old lenses
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