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By Robert Lachman
It was a great day in Hollywood, meeting new photographers and shooting photographs along Hollywood Boulevard in the city where dreams are made of during Scott Kelby’s Worldwide Photo Walk. It was a little like shooting ducks in a barrel, there’s certainly was no shortage of subjects. In an era when most people are paranoid about having their pictures taken, in Hollywood, it seems like people expect it.

My wife, Lorelei and I got there a little early and the only problem I thought I would have would be finding a parking spot. It actually worked out fine as there was plenty of space in the first indoor lot we picked. Mission accomplished.

Next, it was the walk along Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Kodak Theatre and the hand and foot prints in front of Grauman's Chinese Theatre. We were meeting the other photographers around the corner at Mels drive-in parking lot near the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue.

Now, this is where the circus starts. Characters galore. Which look alike are you looking for: Superman, Superwoman, Spiderman, Darthvader, a Swashbuckling Pirate, Batman, Playboy Bunnies, Sponge Bob? Also, there’s a whole group of characters who have their own persona. Tall people, short people, silver people, even gold people. I kept thinking Randy Newman would be around the corner writing a song.

It’s a tough pick. So many cool subjects, not enough time. I had my photo taken with Sponge Bob and a guy painted gold. Everyone needs to be a tourist. Of course everyone expects a buck. And certainly, some of the character were much more aggressive than others about getting those tips. It sort of knocked them off their superhero pedestal. It just doesn’t seem right that Superman is working for tips.

Next, it was off to the Mels drive-in parking lot for the meet-up and any last minute instructions from Paige, who was our Photo Walk leader. She did a great job getting everything organized, picking the route and the restaurant for the gathering after. Everything ran a smooth as possible and I’d like to thank Paige for doing such a great job.

I’m looking forward to next year. I hope you enjoy the photos. Have a nice week.
Click here to check out the photos on Flickr from our Hollywood Photo Walk group.

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