Great video. Very glad you weren't hurt on your journey. There are quite a few cultures who frown on photography, but the shots you got -- and the VLOG, intoduced Morocco to us in a way we'd never have otherwise see it. Thank you. Very good shots -- keep crushing it!
Great video and you managed to get some awesome shots! I have had a very similar experience in Morocco, and I was only using my phone to take pictures! It's good to get some more context on why Moroccans react this way :)
I was in Morocco / Marrakesh for the first time in January this year. I did plenty of research before I went and my experience remained similar to yours but for different reasons. My experience was that Moroccans dislike of being photographed was nothing to do with having their spirit /essence being captured for religious reasons etc. but because they see tourists as "cash cows" and a source of income. They were happy to have their photo taken (e.g. I got some great photos of the local Berber tribes in the Atlas mountains on a guided tour) but generally walking around the streets etc. the locals wanted paying (1-2 dollars / Euros) every time you take your camera out to compose a shot. I found that if I had a local guide they were happy for me to take photos because they felt someone local was getting paid i.e. the guide. Walking around the streets without a guide I experienced the animosity and aggression you did. This makes any photography in Morocco a potentially expensive affair.
Youre also completely wrong, Some cultures just view photography differently you cant take photos of an individual without their permission especially women and children its the LAW in Morocco. The ones that accepted money gave you their "consent". A lot of tourists take pictures of people like theyre in a zoo and a majority of Morroccans dont like/understand the point of taking photos of people. A lot of older generations would think the only reason taking a photo/video of someone is if that person was doing something odd or weird
@@abdeltzchibi3122 I'm sorry you feel so strongly about what I've written but what do you think it says about you to people reading this that you've proclaimed my opinion, based on my experience, to be "completely wrong"? If they're giving 'consent' why do they need paying for their consent? I've visited many countries where, for cultural reasons, people don't like their photo being taken, particularly women, but they don't want to compromise those attitudes and values for money which I always respect. So why are they prepared to compromise their attitude for money? Here in Europe people snap photos all of the time of where they are and who they with as a celebration of the places they visit and the people they meet, I and the majority of people in Europe don't think there is any thing odd or weird about that, even old people. So how do people in Morocco view photography? In what way, why do Moroccans think taking photograph is wrong? Feel free to explain so I understand next time.
I was glad to see that you uploaded another video before the year ended. I like your photography style, and I hope you have time for more videos next year. Happy 2024.
Thank you Kam! There’s so much information and so many beautiful photographs in this vlog! It’s good to know what’s to expect when travelling to a different country and so important to respect the local culture.
Great video and advice. I didn’t have any problems there but stayed in cities and had a camera smaller than the x100v. Also there is a great museum of photography in Marrekech! So some Moroccans do appreciate photographers!
Really beautiful compositions and colours. You get a certain feeling from watching these. Also i like the intention with every shot. It's not just shooting a subject walking in the streets, there is almost a story to each shot which most photographers often forget to incorporate. Sucks about the carrot though haha.
Even though you may not have taken as many photos as you would like, you still managed to capture the essence of Morocco and your few portraits tell a story.
Basic cultural error... I spent 110 days in Morocco earlier this year.. took thousands of street photos.. only caught once .. I used Silent Shutter and shot from the hip and a 15mm and got two of The Best street photos I have ever gotten.. good luck..🙏
😮 From what I learned in Tunisia, it is very risky to go alone, when you're a woman. I think this is true for all Arabic countries. I felt they don't like foreign people, even if they bring money.
Is that "stealing their soul" thing true ? Come on, in 2023 ? And In Morocco ? It sounds like they were messing with you because they assumed you'd be more likely to respect their wish if they add that 19th century vulgar and false cliché that's mostly associated to native americans. But I will ask more precision to a friend who's also a franco-marocain photographer next time I see him. Or maybe, as you implied in the end, being a woman was mostly the issue ?
If someone asks you not to take photos of them, don't take photos of them... Being "subtle" with a small camera is just being a disrespectful traveler.
You have to be subtle even if your goal is to take a photo of the atmosphere of a place, but of course you shouldn't take a photo of someone if they express concerns!
Agree that no means no, and to respect cultural norms. However, photographers have to be subtle even in cities like London or NY - I suspect that most people who are photographed candidly there might not appreciate the fact that they are being photographed. That’s the nature of street photography.
what a generous person, not everyone would understand & respect someone culture, someone what their believes. super nice 👌🏻
Great video beautiful shots 🤌
Great video. Very glad you weren't hurt on your journey. There are quite a few cultures who frown on photography, but the shots you got -- and the VLOG, intoduced Morocco to us in a way we'd never have otherwise see it. Thank you. Very good shots -- keep crushing it!
Beautiful work
Great video and you managed to get some awesome shots! I have had a very similar experience in Morocco, and I was only using my phone to take pictures! It's good to get some more context on why Moroccans react this way :)
Love the video! Can’t wait to visit myself one day
Thank you :)
I was in Morocco / Marrakesh for the first time in January this year. I did plenty of research before I went and my experience remained similar to yours but for different reasons. My experience was that Moroccans dislike of being photographed was nothing to do with having their spirit /essence being captured for religious reasons etc. but because they see tourists as "cash cows" and a source of income. They were happy to have their photo taken (e.g. I got some great photos of the local Berber tribes in the Atlas mountains on a guided tour) but generally walking around the streets etc. the locals wanted paying (1-2 dollars / Euros) every time you take your camera out to compose a shot. I found that if I had a local guide they were happy for me to take photos because they felt someone local was getting paid i.e. the guide. Walking around the streets without a guide I experienced the animosity and aggression you did. This makes any photography in Morocco a potentially expensive affair.
Youre also completely wrong, Some cultures just view photography differently you cant take photos of an individual without their permission especially women and children its the LAW in Morocco. The ones that accepted money gave you their "consent". A lot of tourists take pictures of people like theyre in a zoo and a majority of Morroccans dont like/understand the point of taking photos of people. A lot of older generations would think the only reason taking a photo/video of someone is if that person was doing something odd or weird
@@abdeltzchibi3122 I'm sorry you feel so strongly about what I've written but what do you think it says about you to people reading this that you've proclaimed my opinion, based on my experience, to be "completely wrong"? If they're giving 'consent' why do they need paying for their consent? I've visited many countries where, for cultural reasons, people don't like their photo being taken, particularly women, but they don't want to compromise those attitudes and values for money which I always respect. So why are they prepared to compromise their attitude for money? Here in Europe people snap photos all of the time of where they are and who they with as a celebration of the places they visit and the people they meet, I and the majority of people in Europe don't think there is any thing odd or weird about that, even old people. So how do people in Morocco view photography? In what way, why do Moroccans think taking photograph is wrong? Feel free to explain so I understand next time.
Nice Vlog. Thank you 🎉
I was glad to see that you uploaded another video before the year ended. I like your photography style, and I hope you have time for more videos next year.
Happy 2024.
Looking forward to see more of your videos 🫶🏻 It's great pleasure to watch them ☕️
Thank you Kam! There’s so much information and so many beautiful photographs in this vlog! It’s good to know what’s to expect when travelling to a different country and so important to respect the local culture.
Wow, hugely helpful. Thanks so much for posting. Saved me from making major mistakes.
Great video and advice. I didn’t have any problems there but stayed in cities and had a camera smaller than the x100v. Also there is a great museum of photography in Marrekech! So some Moroccans do appreciate photographers!
Very lucky you got to see Villa D! I'm a big fan of Studio KO, the architects of the building
The pictures are amazing, and you’re so welcome in morocco
Really beautiful compositions and colours. You get a certain feeling from watching these. Also i like the intention with every shot. It's not just shooting a subject walking in the streets, there is almost a story to each shot which most photographers often forget to incorporate. Sucks about the carrot though haha.
Gorgeous video/photos under what sounded like a super tricky situation. Yikes, the carrot story! Well done!
Thank you Bijan!
Lovely.
I did this same route and locations back in 2017. It’s amazing seeing them here again.
Outstanding photos and smart as always. thx
Thank you!
Love your travel photography videos, Kam! Looking forward to more!
Thank you :)
Even though you may not have taken as many photos as you would like, you still managed to capture the essence of Morocco and your few portraits tell a story.
you are awesome!
Le Maroc? Wow, can’t wait to find sometime to watch this 🎞️
Basic cultural error... I spent 110 days in Morocco earlier this year.. took thousands of street photos.. only caught once .. I used Silent Shutter and shot from the hip and a 15mm and got two of The Best street photos I have ever gotten.. good luck..🙏
where do you develop your film rolls? here in mtl
Borealis and Photo St Denis :)
المغاربة بالقرى الصغيرة جد محافظين و غير معتادين على الكاميرا و السماح للغرباء بتصويرهم عكس المدن الكبرى السياحية كمراكش و فاس ...
new video?
😮 From what I learned in Tunisia, it is very risky to go alone, when you're a woman. I think this is true for all Arabic countries. I felt they don't like foreign people, even if they bring money.
Its not the case in morocco
Is that "stealing their soul" thing true ? Come on, in 2023 ? And In Morocco ? It sounds like they were messing with you because they assumed you'd be more likely to respect their wish if they add that 19th century vulgar and false cliché that's mostly associated to native americans. But I will ask more precision to a friend who's also a franco-marocain photographer next time I see him. Or maybe, as you implied in the end, being a woman was mostly the issue ?
If someone asks you not to take photos of them, don't take photos of them... Being "subtle" with a small camera is just being a disrespectful traveler.
You have to be subtle even if your goal is to take a photo of the atmosphere of a place, but of course you shouldn't take a photo of someone if they express concerns!
Agree that no means no, and to respect cultural norms. However, photographers have to be subtle even in cities like London or NY - I suspect that most people who are photographed candidly there might not appreciate the fact that they are being photographed. That’s the nature of street photography.