Pretending to adjust my lens cap lets me set up shots without staring

Parker Owens · 2026-02-24T18:16:01.126763+00:00

I fumble with my camera gear while really framing the scene to avoid making subjects uncomfortable.

That lens cap move is a lifesaver. I always feel so awkward when people notice me staring through the viewfinder.

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Yeah, @reeses12 nailed it, though I'll often adjust my strap like I'm fixing it while really composing the shot.

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On my morning commute, everyone's suddenly an expert at shoe-gazing.

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