They call it a 'selfie'

[libodem]

[mnhtnbb]

1. Ok. I'll bite.

First off, spell check (typos, too).

Second, the concept of self-portrait goes back a long way in the art world. Cameras have made it possible for anyone--and everyone--to be an artist.
Many, many photographers prefer not to be in front of the camera, but not everyone who takes 'selfies' is a narcissist.





Julia Margaret Cameron – Self Portrait

http://shuttertactics.com/1070/focusing-on-julia-margaret-cameron


I had the chance to view the exhibit of Julia Margaret Cameron's work at the Victoria & Albert Museum recently in London. It was really wonderful.

http://www.vam.ac.uk/content/exhibitions/julia-margaret-cameron/julia-margaret-cameron-biography/

[Act_of_Reparation]

2. I think we can draw a distinction between a self-portrait and a selfie.

One is a deliberate work of art, the other is your cousin standing in front a bedroom mirror with a cell phone... with the flash on... and the ISO cranked up to 12800.

[mnhtnbb]

3. For an interesting read on the origination and psychological studies

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selfie

[Blue_In_AK]

4. I avoid being in front of a camera at all costs.

I'm one of the most unphotogenic persons on the planet.

[libodem]

5. Same here

I don't photograph, well.

[Adsos Letter]

6. Not only don't I photograph well...

...but I try to remain hidden at all times, just as a general public service.