Flickr...Connecting Us
While not being a member of Flickr, I have heard of it and have looked at friends pictures. I find it very interesting that friends are able to share their lives with people from around the world.
Anywho, this picture is from Canal Park in Duluth, Minnesota. I live in Superior, Wisconsin which is about five minutes away from Minnesota. During the winter break I returned home and we went to Duluth and experienced the common sights and sounds of Duluth. For everyone who has been up there I think that you all agree that this area is one of the most beautiful in Minnesota and for those of you who have not had the chance, I urge you to visit Duluth, stand on the hill and look out over Lake Superior. It is quite a sight to see.
I find it very interesting how public the internet has gotten. I have never heard of the term 'Folksonomy' but it makes perfect sense. We can learn everything about someone by looking through their Flickr or even Facebook photos. I've noticed that the internet does more storytelling through pictures and tags. I have had friends have party pictures up and they told the story of the whole party. This type of media has effected much of the print media who struggle to attract an audience that is willing to read instead of look at pictures.
While it is interesting to look at a person's life through photos there is always the potential for people who are looking for much more. However, with the ongoing attempts of security hopefully we will feel more secure and places like Flickr and Facebook will be more safe to visit and post.