Task 1D: 2d images

The use of images and visuals on today's social media platforms is proving very important. We have gone from telling people about our lives or businesses, to showing them. As human beings we react quicker and more emotionally to what we can see - resulting in a larger impact.

Blogs ~ Micro blogs ~ Multi media micro blogs

Websites/blogs ~ Twitter/Facebook ~ Instagram/Pinterest/YouTube 

100-1000 words ~ 10-100 words ~ No words needed

'The Arts' is a very visual industry. We go to watch a performance, we spend ages looking in the mirror at our alignment, we paint our faces with makeup, we select colourful costumes and analyse/research our craft through video footage. As dancers we have head shots and body shots which are hugely important to our career. Sometimes jobs can be offered on these alone. In other cases, it is from our photos that casting directors and employers decide if you are suitable for a post or request you to attend an audition. 

"A picture tells a thousand words."

"I'll believe it when I see it!"

As consumers we respond better to visuals. We are more likely to buy a product if we can see it. There has been a massive shift to visual social media and visual marketing over the years. We are in the era of the 'selfie'. People are forever taking pictures. We do need to consider ethics and copyright when using images that aren't our own and consumption regarding personal use of these platforms. I think people can become so obsessed with taking photos that they don't always see things through their own eyes anymore. 

LIVE for the moment...before a Kodak moment 

Check out my Instagram page below. I use this for both personal and professional use! I have just uploaded a collage (created on app: Layout) displaying some of the shows I've proudly been involved in during my professional career.

https://www.instagram.com/megan.louch/