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christmas is just around the corner by Kris Kros.
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This was shot last night at Americana, Glendale.

I was shocked that I was approached by a guard and was informed that they don't allow taking of pictures using a DSLR. Point and shoots are okay. He told me that the place is private.

Unbelievable.

BTW, my earlier shots (well, when Americana just opened up) of this place were not restricted. 
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encouragement  Pro User  says:

This is a masterful piece of artwork Joe. My favorites are the golden hues and the lighting spire on top of the tower. Huge fave.
It's too bad that so many places have come out against photography. -Gary
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mhels_13  Pro User  says:

wow!
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Fionn Luk  Pro User  says:

Wow wonderful night shot! Lovely lights. Excited for Christmas : )
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Laveen Photography (formerly cyclist451)  Pro User  says:

I still think Christmas should wait until after Thanksgiving. However, this photo is outstanding. I have been kicked out of Mariott Resorts for taking photos. While they did not specifically say DSLR, it was obvious they made a differentiation between point-and-shoots and my camera because they said nothing to the moms snapping photos of their kids.
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Kris Kros  Pro User  says:

encouragement Gary, this attack on photography is one of the products of 9-11. And some establishments are just using it as a cover up to stop people from taking pictures of their places. Just imagine since when was 9-11. And as noted in my succeeding comment, terrorists, if that's their reason for restricting photography, will have no need to use camera as their tool to study the place. They will just use Google maps or Google earth and it will be accurate and cheap. This is full of nonsense.

cyclist451 He didn't mention DSLR. He said that type of camera (pointing to my cam) was not allowed.
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Lulot Ruiz (busy)  Pro User  says:

fascinating night shot!
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[ Rodelicious ]  Pro User  says:

same thing happened to me, joe, when i tried shooting in greenbelt makati. these guys are insanely ignorant.

nice tones, authentic KK touch!
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| Mauricio says:

excelent, hdr, congrats.
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Kris Kros  Pro User  says:

[ Rodelicious ] : Not only they were ignorant. This is one form of advertising. I was one of the first to show pictures of Americana and I presumed that those pictures attract many viewers to visit the place.
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FrankBa  Pro User  says:

Law concerning photography are quite strange sometimes
especially when it comes to people that think they have understood something

great catch
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Kris Kros  Pro User  says:

FrankBA : True words.
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t2psalm  Pro User  says:

Christmas na Christmas sa lighting Master Joe. Maligayang pasko in advance sa 'yo and your family.

Pwede P&S pero bawal DSLR? Everything changed after 911?
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Glenbourne At Home  Pro User  says:

Beautiful colour processing.
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jmtimages  Pro User  says:

If a location is going to restrict photography on the premises, then the rule needs to apply to all types of cameras, not just ones that look "professional". It's another example of people in authority throwing their weight around arbitrarily.... Guess we'll all have to buy a quality p&s camera for times like these....
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Momba (Trish)  Pro User  says:

A gorgeous shot!!
It's hard to believe that these people would turn down free advertisement!!
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Kris Kros  Pro User  says:

jmtimages Well said, Jack.

Momba I guess, they are ignoramus. They never thought of that (free advertising).
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MitchGhost  Pro User  says:

Beautiful treatment. colors are amazing.

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petertoshiro ☀STEALTH MODE☀ says:

Nicely processed illuminated colors...interesting place.

Thanks for sharing your untoward experience with photography KrisKros...same with Rodelicious and Cyclist451...worth an eye opener for those who love to take pictures in public places.

On second thought...nowadays maybe it's for security reasons...preventing planned terrorists attacks...business likewise to avoid rival surveillance on business strategies.

Nothing against with...mishaps can be avoided if we pay attention to details...just wanted to share thoughts.

For FUN and LEARNING...have a nice day!
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Kris Kros  Pro User  says:

petertoshiro I fully understand your security concern.

But what is funny is that terrorists don't need to photograph places nowadays to get an idea or for scouting.

They just have to use Google Map or Google Earth. And with these tools, you can view the place with a 360-degree capability.

As to business reasons, they cannot stop the professional surveillance. I, myself, was able to take pictures after I was warned. You just have to hide while taking shots.
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jamecl99  Pro User  says:

Beautiful night image Joe.
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Crow ^.^  Pro User  says:

I hate Christmas, but it sure gives good photos!
Lovely colorful photo!
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Kris Kros  Pro User  says:

Crow ^.^ I'm just wondering why you hate Christmas. Too expensive? Or is it religious based?
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Bob Hallam - in for the weekend, gone for the week  Pro User  says:

Very colorful Kris [ via Flickroom ]
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amazongb (john)  Pro User  says:

Lovely capture of the lights.. xmas is indeed here, I put my lights on my house this past weekend :) [ via Flickroom ]
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Handcanons  Pro User  says:

That guard's a party pooper! Come on, it's the holidays. Glad you got your shot. Love it!
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Kris Kros  Pro User  says:

Handcanons...Greetings Friends said "That guard's a party pooper"

That makes me laugh. LOL
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Jeff_B.  Pro User  says:

Beautifully captured!
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bevcraigwhite  Pro User  says:

you are just looking TOO professional !!! ( if only they knew...they'd send you away with point and shoot too !!! )
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Grant MacDonald  Pro User  says:

great colours!

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*M@uro*  Pro User  says:

Wow wonderful as usual mate !!
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insashi  Pro User  says:

I can not wait to see all this christmastrees
LoL

happy pre christmas, Joe


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Michael in San Diego, California  Pro User  says:

It's a great photo. The same thing happened to me at Seaport Village in San Diego, and it infuriated me. He threatened to take my camera. I told him, "Over my dead body." I went back another day and had no problems. The security people were interested in watching me on that day. It depends on which rent a cop is working I guess.
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~~~gasssman~~~  Pro User  says:

awesome capture Joe, yes my friend Christmas is right around the corner. thanks.


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artofgold  Pro User  says:

Wow...this is awesome!!! Beautifully captured!!
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khosey1  Pro User  says:

Beautiful capture; great lighting.
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.I Travel East.  Pro User  says:

Indeed! Brilliant capture, Joe! :)))
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baby7  Pro User  says:

Excellent shot, my friend.
Have a good day
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B℮n  Pro User  says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called as beautiful as you want, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

X-mas mood already here!

Wonderful capture!

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*Rosemea - New photo! Contact can't c! BUG!  Pro User  says:

Strinkinly beautiful!! I love it!!
I am so happy to see you post - I wondered about you!!

I know Christmas is around the corner;-0)
XOXOXOXOXOXO
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*Rosemea - New photo! Contact can't c! BUG!  Pro User  says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Best Already Found ..Adm. Invite Only., and we'd love to have this added to the group!

People delete photos on search for the best so I stopped the
search...LOL!!
XOXOXOXOXOXO
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*Rosemea - New photo! Contact can't c! BUG!  Pro User  says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Search the Best...Invited Photos Only, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
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Tut99 (Roger)  Pro User  says:

What a wonderful night scene. Next tine, just tell the guard that it is an advanced point and shoot.
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Kris Kros  Pro User  says:

Tut99 (Roger) said "Next time, just tell the guard that it is an advanced point and shoot."

LOL
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natureloving  Pro User  says:

Superb capture my friend
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espressoDOM  Pro User  says:

it is definitely that time of year....
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Jill's Junk  Pro User  says:

Beautiful night shot Joe. What a ridiculous rule though.
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Kris Kros  Pro User  says:

Jill's Junk That's the right word, Jill. RIDICULOUS
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morephy says:

beautiful shot
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iamguava  Pro User  says:

Great shot Joe. Ignorant security guards are the same all over the world.
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MorBCN  Pro User  says:

I'm really hapy to see your pictures again :)
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mudpig  Pro User  says:

beautiful - and just think of all the great photography there would be without ignorant security guards...
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Hans van Reenen  Pro User  says:

Neat exposure processing.
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i.rashid007  Pro User  says:

Amazing shot, I love the exposure here,
well this happens sometimes.......!!!
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digitaldirectphotos.com  Pro User  says:

yes sir ! great lights!
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Laurent Henocque  Pro User  says:

high dynamics christmas! thanks for your kind visit. I just discovered about a thousand gems on your stream - I was lazy lately :-(. mega fave
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Artie | Photography : no nd to comment on my post  Pro User  says:

gorgeous treatment to show the festive mood joe!
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ஐ★ UfoSp@in ★ஐ says:

Fascinante una nocturna preciosa...Buen tratamiento.
Saludos amigo

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Doug van Kampen  Pro User  says:

Oh man, I can just hear the sounds of all the black friday crowds now......run.....away. Nice frame!
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{ Miss True }  Pro User  says:

I'm sorry my friend.. the link to my account is still the same, but yes you're right I changed from MTrue.Photography, to Miss True :-)

hope everything is going well.. big kiss!
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Mike G. K.  Pro User  says:

beautiful lights !
"No photography" is a new fashion :(
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shexbeer  Pro User  says:

great colors!
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Tacit Requiem  Pro User  says:

advance Merry Christmas sir!!!!
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wintercove  Pro User  says:

I love it! Like one big Christmas Ornament - so bright and colorful.
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CATeyes  Pro User  says:

A wonderful image to ignite our holiday spirits...just beautiful, Joe!
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jlanta  Pro User  says:

You're such a good artist as a better person.
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Captain Suresh  Pro User  says:

Wonderful image, well composed !
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suesue2  Pro User  says:

Wishing you and yours a peaceful Thanksgiving Joe ... miss you. xo
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becky lou  Pro User  says:

Really beautiful! Love it on black! =0))
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raineys  Pro User  says:

This is a beautiful shot!

And a sorry tale to go with it...9-11 has become an excuse to take away our freedom in so many ways..and I do think that there are just some people that are just power hungry or maybe the guy was just jealous of your gear!

Anyway I love the shot and hope you will do more!
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Ronaldo F Cabuhat  Pro User  says:

I like the angle and catchy colors!
Have a happy day!
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PoOps!!  Pro User  says:

beautiful
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*emong*  Pro User  says:

superb night shot!.. i love every detail!
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kevindooley  Pro User  says:

guess you need a really good p&s!
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hubsio says:

ang GANDA! =)

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Eric Rousset  Pro User  says:

So much lights, nice scene Joe.Well processed as usual
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pop500km says:

:) love the warm tone of the beautiful shot!
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Denis Collette...!!!  Pro User  says:

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...so well done my friend...!!!
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.: Philipp Klinger - 5.000.000 views - THANKS! :.  Pro User  says:

Amazing lights
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Joanot  Pro User  says:

Fantástico
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AnneliesW  Pro User  says:

Beyond beautiful! It would make a beautiful Christmas card.
(Those people must be crazy, telling you that a point and shoot is okay, but a DSLR is forbidden!)
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DanielKHC  Pro User  says:

Beautiful Christmas atmosphere indeed!
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Photomommytimes5 says:

Beautiful!! Your work is amazing!!!!
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thislittlelightofmine says:

This image gives me such joy! Thank you for shooting such a wonderful scene. Too bad about the harassment. Your images are absolutely stunning!!!
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Kelly Petersen Photography  Pro User  says:

This is amazing; the color;the detail. Superb!
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Marco Waagmeester  Pro User  says:

Beside it's unbelievable, it is also ridiculous to restrict someone for making a photo! What the difference between a DSLR and a P&S is regarding privacy i don't really understand though.. Beautiful image, warm light and vibrant colors Joe!
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