balliztik1 Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 Just something I've noticed…Why does everyone take a picture of them holding their camera/phone in the mirror? Wouldn't it make more sense to turn the camera around and look at it in the mirror? That's what I do if I need to line something up for a self-made shot. One, you don't get the camera flash in the pic. Two, you don't get the camera in the pic. Three, you're not looking away from the shot and at the screen. You can actually pose the picture how you want to. And four, you accomplish the same thing. You still see the camera screen in the mirror, and you still take the pic as you would before, but it turns out better.I mean, really. It's annoying to see in a majority of Myspace/facepalm profiles, and unnecessarily so. Anyone else feel this way/care to indulge my ranty self? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drummerpete Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I just hold the camera facing me.I hate everyone taking pictures of themselves in a mirror. It annoys me. xD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godlord Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 When I see that, I'm thinking only this:A Mirror Slut (Lv. 2) has appeared.* ATTACK* ITEMS* RUNRegards, Godlord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vrage Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 use a periscope o_O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balliztik1 Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 If you think about why a mirror is made, it's so you can see the reflection of something you can't normally see. And if you think about why a camera is made, it's to take a picture of that which you are trying to preserve. The act of taking a picture of a reflection neglects the uses of both items. Firstly, it really doesn't involve the mirror, since the person looks at the camera. The reflection used so you can see yourself is not an issue here. Secondly, it's not using the camera to take the picture how you wanted. If you're trying to take a picture of yourself, do it, don't take a picture of a reflection of yourself. It's counter-productive.@Godlord:> When I see that, I'm thinking only this:> > A Mirror Slut (Lv. 2) has appeared.> > * ATTACK> * ITEMS> * RUN> > Regards,> Godlord.Eclipse RPG enemy, anyone? ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jna Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I just don't take any picture. But yeah, camera or phone in pic is sometimes annoying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balliztik1 Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 So while I was on the subject, I just went to rant over on Facebook. ;)> **The "Mirror Pic": You're Doing it Wrong**> > Attention Facebook, I know you like your mirror pics, and I'ma let you finish, but taking a picture with a little bit of logic is one of the best ways to take pics of all time.> > Before diving into why it is a bad idea to take a mirror pic, we first examine the usages of the two primary elements of the mirror pic: the mirror and the camera.> > **The Mirror**> Why do mirrors even exist? The sole purpose for a mirror is for us to see ourselves. Because of how vision works, we cannot look at ourselves, but only our reflection. The mirror is the tool that allows us to see this reflection in front of us.> > **The Camera**> Why do cameras exist? The sole purpose of the camera is to take an image of something we want to either preserve, or share. We point the camera at said object, push the button, then are free to share, edit, store, or otherwise interact with the image as we see fit.> > **Why mirror pics defy all logic**> With the established premise for the mirror and camera above, some basic examination shows that the archetypal mirror pic is using these tools in the wrong manner.> > 1\. The mirror is meant for us to see ourselves, not for others to see ourselves. Capturing ourselves in a mirror is pointless, since you can already take a picture of a non-reflected you.> > 2\. The camera is meant to take pictures of objects, not reflections. It's pointless to take a picture of a reflection simply because, unlike our eyes, a camera _can_ face any direction we need it to. We can take a picture of us, rather than a reflection of us.> > 3\. The mirrored element only serves to make a picture worse. There is no reason to compromise. You don't have to get the camera in the image. You don't have to get the flash in the image. You don't have to look at the back of the camera when taking the pic. And you can still accomplish the same thing. So why not?> > **What do?**> There are two easy solutions. The first is to simply have someone else take your picture. However, this defeats the purpose of being able to take your own picture, so it's fairly useless as a solution. The second solution is to just reverse the logic of the mirror pic. Instead of taking a picture _of_ the mirror, take a picture by using the mirror. If you examine why we have the mirror or camera in the first place, you'll see the truth in their usage. Taking a picture of yourself should not mean reinventing the usage of the camera. The mirror is used to view that which we cannot see. In the mirror pic situation, the problem is that one cannot look at the back of the camera while taking the picture in front of you. The solution, then, is not to turn the camera around and take a picture of the mirror, but instead to use the mirror to look at the back of the camera as you aim it. This way, you're not taking a picture of a reflection, you still get what you accomplished to do, and you don't look like an utter moron in the process.> > Fair enough? I don't claim to be a photographer. I suck at it; I don't have a decent camera; it doesn't really interest me, etc. However, I do have some common sense and logic skills, and if anything, someone else could put it to good use. A _lot_ of someone elses.> > Love you all, though. ;D <3 Feel free to comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Comnena Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 @Balliztik1:> If you think about why a mirror is made, it's so you can see the reflection of something you can't normally see. And if you think about why a camera is made, it's to take a picture of that which you are trying to preserve. The act of taking a picture of a reflection neglects the uses of both items. Firstly, it really doesn't involve the mirror, since the person looks at the camera. The reflection used so you can see yourself is not an issue here. Secondly, it's not using the camera to take the picture how you wanted. If you're trying to take a picture of yourself, do it, don't take a picture of a reflection of yourself. It's counter-productive.> > Eclipse RPG enemy, anyone? ;)Maybe people want to capture their image as they percieve it and not how it is. You see your reflection, that's your image perception, it's the one you are comfortable with. But it's never exactly the same as the image everyone else sees you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TT Snim Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I just thought it was to partly obscure your self from view so the stalkers couldn't find you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balliztik1 Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 …The teenager has developed a form of defense by giving off blinding flashes of light when startled. We must be silent so as to not disturb them in their natural habitat... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khachaturian Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I think I do it like you, but I'm not sure and I don't quite understand it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorty Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Yes. Though I havent read your post yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Comnena Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 @Bone:> I think I do it like you, but I'm not sure and I don't quite understand it.He turns the camera toward him and views the picture alignment on the camera screen from the mirror (since it's on the back side away from him but facing the mirror). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khachaturian Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Ah I get it, then no, I don't do it like you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorty Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Read it. Answer: IDK. MySpace=Fuck you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drummerpete Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 @[B.I.T.C.H.:> Godlord link=topic=53330.msg565210#msg565210 date=1256655250]> When I see that, I'm thinking only this:> > A Mirror Slut (Lv. 2) has appeared.> > * ATTACK> * ITEMS> * RUN> > Regards,> Godlord.1) ITEM- CONDOM2) ATTACK- THRUST3) RUN AWAY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 3) has been selected by the following player; Empress.Sincerely,Empress Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khachaturian Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 I don't think it's your game >.<And lol, not again Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Bob Firefarter Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 A Dimensia Witch Slut (area boss)(Lv. 134) has appeared.Dimensia Witch Slut's ability creates a barrier of Mirror Sluts around you! You cannot run away!A Mirror Slut (Lv. 26) has appeared.A Mirror Slut (Lv. 26) has appeared.A Mirror Slut (Lv. 26) has appeared.A Mirror Slut (Lv. 26) has appeared.A Mirror Slut (Lv. 26) has appeared.A Mirror Slut (Lv. 26) has appeared.* ATTACK* ITEMS* RUN(Cannot be used) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Bob Firefarter Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 X has chosen ATTACK* ATTACK-SUMMON-MAGIC-THRUSTX has chosen SUMMON-SUMMON-LANGOLIER-APOCALYPSE-ARMAGEDDON-END OF THE WORLDX has chosen SUMMON LANGOLIERA Langolier(Lv. 236) has appeared to help you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Driocku Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 Draothgorin Menu-AttackSleepPortal escapeDaeloraen SpellsSelect…. Daeloraen SpellsDaeloraen Spells-Summon MasterExistence FissureWismelsiSelect.... Wismelsi*Thinks of X as a male fox person**X transforms into male fox person**thinks of ice cream cake appearing in front of him**Ice cream cake appears*(ends spell)*eats cake with new fox boyfriend* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Bob Firefarter Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 We should start another rp :DA The Ultimate Being(Lv. 1000) has appeared.The Ultimate Being declares: You have 5 seconds to finish me off! *maniacal laugh** ATTACK* ITEMS5…4...3...2...1...0...The Ultimate Being uses The End!You take 9999 damage!You faint!*screen fades* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Driocku Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 lets make it an eclipse game with custom battle system(like pokemon kindaish but diff) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Bob Firefarter Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 Pull off a pokemon ff4 combo battlesystem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Driocku Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 PUT IT IN wORKS IN PROGRESS HURRY BEFORE WE FORGET!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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