[Leica] a photographer sued

[abridge at mac.com (Adam Bridge)]

On May 28, 2013, at 8:57 AM, George Lottermoser <imagist3 at mac.com> wrote:

> If "privacy" were my "first concern" - my first response would be to 
> acquire appropriate window shading.

Really? You want to live in a cave do you?

If this were about recorded conversations, or sounds, would we be having 
this discussion at all?? If the final object were a CD of conversations 
recorded by a laser bounced off a window I suspect we'd think a line was 
crossed.

But, no, it's a photographer - the pure of heart. Can't possibly be 
something wrong photographing through the window of their HOME. There's a 
long history in the US, at least, that a home has special significance. If 
someone, say you, were standing on the sidewalk shooting through my window 
with a long lens you might be having a conversation with my local police 
force very very soon. Or you'd meet Mr Spray Can of black paint which I 
wouldn't hesitate to use.

In crowded urban areas there should be profound resistance to these sorts of 
practices. Privacy is what enables us to live together. We don't have to 
live behind blinds because some things simply should not be done.

I hope the suit goes forward and kicks serious ass in court. Maybe next time 
photographer and publisher will think a little bit before becoming peeping 
toms.

Adam