The Cost of a Photo Opp

In emerging countries photo subjects will frequently request a modest

payment for sitting for a photo. I personally don't mind this

practice as everyone has the right to charge for services they

provide. Imagine a western model participating in a shoot for no fee.

In those countries with large numbers of western tourists, the fees

sometimes become ursurious, payment is required in advance and the

subject becomes uncooperative after payment is in hand. This case was

different than any other I've encountered. The woman would not tuck

the payment in her purse or pocket. Instead she displayed it proudly

and stubbornly refused to lay it aside while I took her photo. This

is the result of the encounter! I believe the banknote is the

equivalent of about .15 cents US.