Hmm. I think I have heard pretty much the same thing. Basically as I recal it is alright to take the picture IF you are not going to take any financial gain. If you feel ethically bothered you can always take the picture then ask. Most of the time time they don't mind. Particurly if you promise to send them the resulting picture. If they do. Say OK. Then remember to trash it later. That has been my experience with the subject. Bsteph