Escapologist...

This street artist was performing in the main shopping street in Newcastle early this afternoon. I don't think it actually had anything to do with 50 Shades!!

Just after I took this photo he successfully wriggled out of his handcuffs and chains so no-one had to call the fire brigade.

Having photographed him I did feel obliged to add to the contributions in his hat. I think he was actually doing quite well, the crowd was pretty big and seemed quite generous :)