Are you hampered by your own inertia or the unwillingness of others? If so, in photography at least, you are missing out on some great opportunities,.

It pays to be persistent sometimes. How many times have you come across a great opportunity only to have it scuppered by either your own inhibitions or those of others. Many times a photo opportunity Is lost because the photographer has not been able to pluck up the courage to ask for permission to take the photograph. Or perhaps, that candid has been lost because you have been spotted.

It certainly can feel uncomfortable, but by taking the bull by the horns and steeling yourself, you can learn to feel more comfortable in these situations.

Asking someone if you can take his or her photograph will often be met with a