A professional photographer gives tips for taking photos through security fences

Photography enthusiasts don't always have it easy when it comes to taking good photos, due to the presence of obstacles.

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This is common at car races or airports, where safety barriers often prevent photographers from getting clear images of what they want to photograph. In Formula 1 races, there are usually photo windows, that is, spaces cut out in the barrier so that professional photographers can take their pictures, but they aren't always well positioned. So, how is it possible that professional photographers get such good photos with these obstacles?

One of them, Jamey Price, who specializes in car racing, posted a very interesting video on Thursday on his YouTube channel explaining the tricks he uses to take photos through fences when the photo windows aren't available in the right places. Of course, his tips are valid with DSLR cameras; to take photos with small digital cameras or mobile phones, you have to get creative: