This is what Instagram addiction would have been like in the 18th century
Aug 4, 2016
John Aldred
John Aldred is a photographer with over 25 years of experience in the portrait and commercial worlds. He is based in Scotland and has been an early adopter – and occasional beta tester – of almost every digital imaging technology in that time. As well as his creative visual work, John uses 3D printing, electronics and programming to create his own photography and filmmaking tools and consults for a number of brands across the industry.
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Ikea is one of those names that seems to pop up often for photographers. They sell so many products that can be hacked or modified to work in completely different ways. Occasionally, their products also give us a good laugh, too.
This time, Ikea’s giving us something to giggle about themselves with their newest commercial. It shows what Instagram might have looked like in the 18th century.
Well, when you put it like that, Instagramming your food does seem awfully silly. No doubt there’ll be Instagram foodies out there who want to be offended, though.
Thankfully, food photos seem to be dwindling from the feeds when I open up Instagram lately. Is that because people have quit shooting them so much? or has their new sorting algorithm actually done some good?
What do you think of Ikea’s new ad? Have you noticed fewer food photos showing up when you load Instagram? Do you still Instagram your food? Let us know in the comments.
[via Bokeh]
John Aldred
John Aldred is a photographer with over 25 years of experience in the portrait and commercial worlds. He is based in Scotland and has been an early adopter – and occasional beta tester – of almost every digital imaging technology in that time. As well as his creative visual work, John uses 3D printing, electronics and programming to create his own photography and filmmaking tools and consults for a number of brands across the industry.
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I have shot images of some meals I have cooked in the past for the first time that turned out good. Or if I try a new food that I have never tried before I will snap a shot. I don’t do it to often.