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From the Mar/Apr10 issue of The Tea House Times. To view the most recent issue, please register / log-in at http://www.theteahousetimes.com for free access.
I am hearing a lot lately from a growing number of friends and general public that find themselves on someone’s Facebook page or other social media, as a result of a picture taken at a party (tea party preferably), event, or just out in public. Sometimes the taking of the picture is known to the person in the picture…sometimes not….but often times, the posting of the picture to the internet is not appreciated.
There are photo etiquette suggestions that may help one to be more considerate of others.
If using a camera phone, ask permission, as a person may not be aware of the picture being taken. If using a digital camera and the person is aware their picture is being taken, he/she may not know of the intent to post it when posing for a silly or innocent photo. Please remember, just because a photograph is taken with a person’s knowledge does not mean it is respectful or considerate to post it to the internet without their permission.
Social media is designed to connect people, not disconnect them by offending them. So have fun and stay connected by using respect for yourself and others as your basis for communication….and life.
Copyright 2010 by Cynthia Grosso
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