We live in a world of social media. Less than maybe a decade into its evolution--we have seen a plethora of websites come and go within our lifetimes. The popularity of these forums ebbs and flows in consequence to the public’s interest, and now it seems that Facebook and Twitter reign supreme. Such virtual spaces have given us the capability to connect with (what these sites consider) friends, and has given a reevaluated connotation to the verb “follow”. The general public now has the chance to connect, and have basic insight into the lives of our friends, celebrities, and even the President of the United States. What a world we find ourselves in. International communication, available free of charge, that loads in a matter of seconds. The exchange of ideas, no longer bound by geographical challenges and other hardships of traditional transportation.
However there is one form of social media that I prefer, and has found its way into popular culture amongst youth and adolescence; Tumblr. Tumblr is a site that allows members to create what is essentially a simplified blog. What Tumblr offers that differentiates itself from other blog sites, is that the majority of posts are a form of visual media. Facebook and Twitter users, use these spaces to let everyone know exactly what they are thinking, in the form of a status. As if each thought is of momentous importance. Whereas Tumblr allows the users to simplify their thoughts into what they see-- The images that flash through their minds. Creating colorful, intriguing blogs that grant the viewers insight into the world as the user perceives it.
Ultimately social media promotes and facilitates an egocentric and narcissistic culture. A forum where people can post whatever they are thinking, whenever they want to. However Tumblr provides a more intimate look into the users thoughts. Simple video, sounds, and visuals. Little pieces of culture that create the reality of one individual. Put into a carefully arranged compilation for the entirety of the virtual world to see.
Hey, Danielle.
ReplyDeleteFirst off, I need to comment on the artistry and arrangment of this post. Lovely writing that is both clear and interseting. Don't be afraid to try and use images in your writing too--illustrate the Tumblr to me--show it to me with language. I really feel that your writing n' voice might benefit from such a technique.
Great commentary on Tumblr. This one is my favorite--an art blog: http://darksilenceinsuburbia.tumblr.com/