My answer to the question of whether people spend an appropriate amount of time/energy on creating the pictures that they post to social media is that it varies greatly. I love photography and taking good, worthwhile pictures and so I understand getting a great shot, that said I feel there is a line that should be crossed. I think that trying to take everyday, or even midly unique, experiences and photos and trying to make them look amazing is going to far. If someone has a genuinely different or awesome experience or picture to post, then spending some time making it look good is valid. However, if it is actually that unique then it shouldn't take much to get an impressive shot.
I also find it a little difficult to sympathize with those who have "Instagram envy." If someone chooses to create an Instagram or look at another's Instagram (and it is a conscious decision) then they shouldn't complain about those choices. If one is constantly feeling left out, or wishing they were someone else then that is their own fault as they are bringing it upon themselves. If one is experiencing this but still feels the need to use Instagram then I respect that, but they are making that choice and so should not complain about it to others like they have no control or say in the issue.
I agree with you. Taking everyday experiences and trying to make them bigger than they are is going too far.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you on the point you made about it being a choice to join Instagram; so get over the envy already--you want to be there! However, I've found with Facebook that it's hard NOT to be on Facebook. Events get posted, announcements made, and if you don't have it, you're out of the loop. Instagram is different in terms of how information is given...however, do you think at some point not having Instagram to keep up with the world will be a negative situation?
ReplyDeleteIf it follows the trend of facebook it is quite possible that it will become important to be a part of the site. That however doesn't change the fact that it is ones choice to join, and further to look at all the photos others post. One could be a part of it for important parts, but not participate in all aspects.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you Nick. If some one makes an Instagram account they should not complain about feeling left out.
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