Sideshow will offer Comic Con apparel and swag, but you have to register to see most of it. May I please have a photo? Sharpe said that directly asking someone for a photo is a good practice. Gomez said he enjoys being recognized and welcomes compliments and photo requests. If they don’t look like they’re in a rush and are in a public space such as a vendor hall or hallway, you can ask if they would be amenable to taking a picture.