Island in the Net by Khürt Williams
Technology and Photography Musings. Established circa 2000.
Or perhaps it’s too late? This mechanism of “the familiar gets the most applause” was most apparent to me on Flickr and Instagram, and witnessing it is demotivating for me. I know that’s a problem that only exists in my own head of course – but I had to remove myself from it because it’s not the kind of feedback I want to get from using a photo sharing site. I’m influenced by it, and it’s time to change what influences me.
I'm considering deleting my Instagram account. Again.
An Instagram account called @insta_repeat recently surfaced showcasing collages of images from different photographers that are nearly identical. With so much content flowing through the veins of the internet and social media, repetition seems to have programmed most people to create what they already know is visually appealing. In short, there seems to be a lot of copycatting, whether intentional or subconscious. Here are some of our theories behind this unfortunate deterioration of unique image creation.
Ok. So maybe my Instagram images aren’t so special. Except, maybe they are.
Checked in at Elevated Acre.
Taking lunch to a whole new level today.
The Elevated Acre is located three stories above South Street. It is a full acre park between the two towers on Water Street with a spectacular open view of the East River. It appears to be a popular spot to eat lunch and getaway from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan.
