/jp/ - Otaku Culture

>>32770537
I definitely get that feeling -- it's easier, I think, because I live in a rural area and people here generally have a culture I call "fuck off and let fuck off" -- as long as you're not bothering anyone, people are content to let people do what they do. As much as I'd love to do city photoshoots... I would be more nervous setting up a shoot there if there were even a few people around. On the other hand, I've been told by urban friends that people in most cities are so used to weird bullshit that they don't question it anymore.

I can say from my own experiences that people, if they're curious, are usually positive about it. Maybe start small and go somewhere that isn't likely to be too crowded -- maybe a scenic overlook since it's off-season for most tourists, or maybe a park during the hours kids are still in school? If that feels too exposed, even just moving to another part of the room or onto a balcony or porch (not sure your living situation, the stairwell maybe) can be enough to give you new opportunities for photos. Most of the nature photos I take -- of insects, generally -- are taken on my back porch without having to go very far at all. I'm sure you will find a way to work with what you have, too. And I'd love to see it when you do.

My very first doll photo from years ago was just my little Azone Pure Neemo, Usagi, in her default outfit, sitting right on my old laptop. I'm not any kind of amazing artist like Zodake or another doll photographer, but I can say I have definitely improved from this first photo. But more important than that (and corny as it sounds,) I've had a lot of fun along the way. I genuinely hope all of you will find your own way to enjoy the hobby, too. After all, this thread is what started my interest in the hobby!

My first doll is here! Sorry for messy photos, I still need to practice with dolls, I think.