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>>217505 This. Just do your thing calmly, naturally. If they notice you, nod, wave, whatever. If they wave or smile, wave or smile back. Relate to them. Keep shooting. If they're pissed, stop, you'll just get a bunch of bad pictures of scowling neurotics.
The most helpful thing I've seen is the documentary on Jim Nachtwey, "War Photographer." Watch how he works, with people who it would be totally understandable if they hauled out and smacked him: people burying their children, inside people's houses shooting them sobbing.
Then shoot like that with people who really don't have much to bitch about. If it's at a concert or some other cheery atmosphere, liven up a bit, but stay smooth and deliberate. No one will bother you except to say "Hey! Take my picture!" if they're showy or drunk enough.
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