Taking photographs effects your memory...and no one knows why
Jun 17, 2018 00:10:23 #
Jun 17, 2018 00:35:45 #
The average person thinks in pictures. You look at something, your mind analizes it and you retain a "picture" of it.
You take a picture of something with your camera/cell phone, there is very little analysis of it at all. Your mind had very little to do with the Observation of the thing.
You take a picture of something with your camera/cell phone, there is very little analysis of it at all. Your mind had very little to do with the Observation of the thing.
Jun 17, 2018 06:54:33 #
Many people are "visual" learners.
I wonder if one has a picture of something it might not be as committed to memory as deeply as if they did not have a picture. The picture is something to "fall back on".
I wonder if one has a picture of something it might not be as committed to memory as deeply as if they did not have a picture. The picture is something to "fall back on".
Jun 18, 2018 07:02:31 #
ggttc wrote:
Is it possible that when you view a subject you make a mental connection with it based on visual analysis, emotions, past experiences, etc. When you are taking a picture, might this connection be weaker because at least part of your brain is busy with the picture-taking process?
Jun 18, 2018 07:02:36 #
Longshadow wrote:
Many people are "visual" learners.
I wonder if one has a picture of something it might not be as committed to memory as deeply as if they did not have a picture. The picture is something to "fall back on".
I wonder if one has a picture of something it might not be as committed to memory as deeply as if they did not have a picture. The picture is something to "fall back on".
After years in the Tampabay Camera Club I find the lead Judge, Robert, will know if he has seen a basic photo that has been submitted years before. I find this amazing, like all photos are on his mental index system for immediate recall.
When I see a photo or image or a scene in a movie is mentioned it starts a linkage that tunnels back in time and I see the room and the people and can replay a lot of detail. Concrete thinkers know what is is.. abstract thinker see what is and visualize what can be... or what was ....
So, Yes, I agree with the statement about taking photos and memory... but say that taking these photos does not require a camera... it is the process of seeing and visually recording and linking to other similar visual images stored in our gray mush.
Jun 18, 2018 07:19:29 #
1Feathercrest
Loc: NEPA
"Affects" = changes your mind. "Effects" = the change that is brought about.
Jun 18, 2018 07:45:57 #
1Feathercrest wrote:
"Affects" = changes your mind. "Effects" = the change that is brought about.
Yea, messes me up sometimes too.
I try to think that "affects" cause the change, "effects" are the result of the change.
Jun 18, 2018 09:44:16 #
manofhg
Loc: Knoxville, TN
While I do have some memory problems, they are not generally of things I have photographed. When I shoot something, I concentrate on that subject, trying to find the position, composition and moment that will capture what I am/have experienced and want to pass on. Quite often when I see a photo, I remember some similar photo I have taken or problem I have tried to solve photographically that the picture I am looking at has solved or also had the problem with. So I don't think I have the problem that the article refers to and doubt that a lot of serious photographers do either since most spend a great deal of time concentrating on the details.
Does anyone else see it this way?
Does anyone else see it this way?
Jun 18, 2018 10:00:07 #
manofhg wrote:
While I do have some memory problems, they are not... (show quote)
Geeze. Traipsing all over Acadia and MDI, I can never remember where what shot was taken... MANY trails look similar.
I started taking a shot with my phone when I arrive at a place and start shooting with the camera so I get the geo-tagging on the phone image. It helps me. Sometimes if I have a problem with/getting a shot, once I get it the way I want it, I won't be concerned with the problem anymore. But seeing the shot may trigger the memory.
Jun 18, 2018 10:24:31 #
It is quite possible the students did not actually experience the art work because they felt they didn't have to because they took a picture.
Jun 18, 2018 10:43:48 #
ggttc wrote:
This may be true if mindlessly snapping pictures to document your experience, surroundings, event. Automatic actions do not result in lasting memories. In fact sometimes they cannot be remembered at all!
However, if you are carefully examining a scene or subject to determine the best angle, light, composition, that should not impair memory. Certain images I have taken I distinctly remember everything about the scene and also the thinking process before taking those photos. Especially if the situation evoked an emotional response, which I was also trying to convey in the image.
Jun 18, 2018 10:59:35 #
Taking notes also enhances ones memory of a lecture/speech (as an example.) While reviewing the notes does add to the recall, the act of taking the notes adds to the memory.
I'm going to hazard a guess the amount of time spent setting up the shot is related to the amount of recall.
I'm going to hazard a guess the amount of time spent setting up the shot is related to the amount of recall.
Jun 18, 2018 11:51:16 #
Jun 18, 2018 13:01:15 #
StanMac wrote:
So, I don’t have dementia after all! Yaaaay!
Stan
Stan
Jun 18, 2018 13:39:38 #
I do not agree ... myself and a LOT of people I know and respect can and do remember most of their photos. I would definitely say that taking photos improves my memory.
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.