To photobomb, or not to photobomb. That is the question!

[CinderElsa]

Ahhh the idea that is almost non existent in today's ME centered world!!

Some people - of all ages - really do find the most humor in annoying/humiliating other people, as evidenced by the popularity of the "Following Fat People" Vine & the countless "amusing" videos of people antagonizing fast food employees.

What joy anyone like that would find at Disney World is unclear to me.

 

[ConvenientTruth]

I wouldn't participate in myself, but you are more then welcome to photobomb any one of my families cheesy staged pictures...

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

Perfect example Goofy4Tink and yes sad Much worse scenario if it's a terminally ill person or a loved one going off to military duty as has been said over and over again Bottom line is no one here will probably change the mind of anyone with the opposing view point What kind of person does this ? IMHO ( and after 6 decades on earth I think I know something about people ) someone who is very insecure needs to be the center of attention and cares nothing about consequences caused by actions

yes! What kind of person indeed

 

[NickyKnack]

To all the people who voted "grow up". Disneyworld is the one place I don't have to!

You know, I agree with this sentiment...
But then I wouldn't condone spoiled, self - entitled behavior on the part of a child either. And ruining someone's photos intentionally by photo-bombing is both. That said, if you're going to be in the pic anyway due to circumstances beyond your control - striking a cute pose (so long as it's not derogatory) is making the best out of a bad situation in my opinion - not photo-bombing. The bombing part of that phrase to me implies intentionally jumping in.

For those who don't want to be slowed down by waiting for a photo to be taken, is it really so hard to take an extra five steps and go behind the family, or behind the photographer? So long as you don't go between so that you block the shot, I don't see a problem.

And as for digital cameras, quite a few of those screens are small enough that you might not catch some things until you see them in their larger form on your computer - at which point it's too late.

 

[palmtreelover08]

Yes you can get upset about anything you want. At the end of the day, it's a photo.

It's not just a photo- it's MY photo and MY memory that I am to create- it has
Nothing to do with "you, the photo-bomber" so stay out of my photo!

To those who mentioned my Mom- thank you for the prayers, thoughts and concerns

 

[BuckeyeBama]

It's not just a photo- it's MY photo and MY memory that I am to create- it has
Nothing to do with "you, the photo-bomber" so stay out of my photo!

 

[gwynne]

It's not just a photo- it's MY photo and MY memory that I am to create- it has
Nothing to do with "you, the photo-bomber" so stay out of my photo!

To those who mentioned my Mom- thank you for the prayers, thoughts and concerns

I totally understand what you are are saying. Good thoughts for you and your Mom.

 

[NickyKnack]

This is an interesting example which I think needs to be highlighted. It appears from your experience that Disney itself has sanctioned character photobombing. I know it's only one example but it makes me wonder. If Disney CMs are doing it, is it really such a bad horrible thing?

There is a big difference between Joe Bag O'Doughnuts who I never met and Minnie Mouse. Minnie is someone most of us feels like we "know" all wrapped up with a "celebrity" appearance. A far cry from some stranger who I never met who for some reason decided to intrude on my memory.

 

[Luckybee]

I actually had to go to google to find out what "photobombing" was ! I'm only in my mid 50's but I had never heard this expression before. Imho, the problem with this is whether or not it is funny, cool etc. depends on the both the bomber, and the bombee(so to speak). Some of the ones I just looked at on images were hilarious, others just downright silly or stupid. Impossible to tell how the recipient feels of course. Bottom line is many people who think they're funny are not at all and people may not appreciate the intervenor.

 

[Disney_Princess83]

It's not just a photo- it's MY photo and MY memory that I am to create- it has
Nothing to do with "you, the photo-bomber" so stay out of my photo!

All photos are just a photo. Personally, I don't understand this photo-centric society (I'm not saying you are personally) but people need to take photos of every moment of their lives that I think some people forget to look up from a lens. (Again I'm not saying you personally)

I wouldn't never photobomb (family and friends - yes absolutely and I do on a weekly basis. But we all do it to each other) However (unless there is something obscene happening) it isn't a terrible tragedy. I have been photobombed twice at WDW and personally speaking, they were both fantastic. They are two of my favourite photos taken at WDW (and we were there for 6 weeks, we ended up with thousands of photos) but they are the best. They are candid and funny.

 

[Silock]

I photobomb if I know the people taking the picture. So, that probably doesn't count.

I don't care if someone photobombs me, though. If it's funny, I keep it. If not, well, I'm good at Photoshop.

 

[palmtreelover08]

All photos are just a photo. Personally, I don't understand this photo-centric society (I'm not saying you are personally) but people need to take photos of every moment of their lives that I think some people forget to look up from a lens. (Again I'm not saying you
) it isn't a terrible tragedy.

Again- it's great some people like it- but others don't. Knowing that some people might be upset or offended or aggravating by doing this type of thing- yet continuing to do it is what makes this rude and ignorant ( not saying you but the people who do it at Disney). If someone were to say... "Hey mind an extra family member in your shot?" - and given the situation- I can see it being funny..That's one thing- but no one gives you that option. Is it a terrible tragedy- no- . Is it rude and selfish- yes- having fun at what could be someone else's expense-- that's really what people are going to Disney to do??? How about these people go on a ride or go in a store or go get an ice cream and mind their own business? And photo bombers beware- if I am taking a photo and notice you behind me- I will not be amused you will be meeting my elbow. If the photographer happens to catch that moment- now that is something I find amusing and will be sure to purchase and frame.

 

[dakotix]

This WHOLE thread is a great example of the difference between those who let others effect/ control how they feel and those who choose not to give that kind of power over. I am absolutely shocked that so many here don't understand they have the ultimate say of whether they feel good or bad about a particular situation. YOU have control over how you feel...no body makes you feel anything. Your feelings are a signal to yourself of where your own sense of well being is. And, sadly, they will be utterly confused by this post as well. That's ok, though. I'm a happy person 99% of the time.

 

[Luvchefmic]

Perfect example Goofy4Tink and yes sad Much worse scenario if it's a terminally ill person or a loved one going off to military duty as has been said over and over again

Bottom line is no one here will probably change the mind of anyone with the opposing view point

What kind of person does this ? IMHO ( and after 6 decades on earth I think I know something about people ) someone who is very insecure needs to be the center of attention and cares nothing about consequences caused by actions

There you go folks -- 23 pages of posts all comes down to this statement right here. TRUTH!!!

And I am absolutely shocked that you still don't get it....maybe someday

Also for the posters with the " Ooh pick me, pick my family, you can photobomb me/us anytime" mindset ...okay willing " victims " I wish there was a way all of you could find each other and leave everyone else alone Since you are all so smart/cheeky/cute put your heads together and make a plan to meet each other Secret handshake, password, whatever you come up with

Just leave the rest of us alone

 

[Magpie]

This WHOLE thread is a great example of the difference between those who let others effect/ control how they feel and those who choose not to give that kind of power over. I am absolutely shocked that so many here don't understand they have the ultimate say of whether they feel good or bad about a particular situation. YOU have control over how you feel...no body makes you feel anything. Your feelings are a signal to yourself of where your own sense of well being is. And, sadly, they will be utterly confused by this post as well. That's ok, though. I'm a happy person 99% of the time.

Line cutters. Crowd shovers. Foot stompers. Shove-my-kid-in-front-for-the-parade'ers. Sit-in-the-middle-of-the-row'ers. Change-my-baby-on-the-table'ers. Dark-ride-photo-flashers. Idiotic screamers. Fastpass plus.

YES, we can choose how we let all this affect us. We can choose to have a good time, regardless of what others do.

It doesn't make rude, unwelcome behaviour any less rude and unwelcome, however. Stating that fact does not mean I'm allowing others to control me or my moods. And thinking it's no big deal doesn't make you a superior person.

 

[JeremyGNJ]

And I am absolutely shocked that you still don't get it....maybe someday

Also for the posters with the " Ooh pick me, pick my family, you can photobomb me/us anytime" mindset ...okay willing " victims " I wish there was a way all of you could find each other and leave everyone else alone Since you are all so smart/cheeky/cute put your heads together and make a plan to meet each other Secret handshake, password, whatever you come up with

Just leave the rest of us alone

Everyone who doesn't want to get photobombed should wear a hat that says "I'm no fun". hehehe

 

[Burnedout]

This WHOLE thread is a great example of the difference between those who let others effect/ control how they feel and those who choose not to give that kind of power over. I am absolutely shocked that so many here don't understand they have the ultimate say of whether they feel good or bad about a particular situation. YOU have control over how you feel...no body makes you feel anything. Your feelings are a signal to yourself of where your own sense of well being is. And, sadly, they will be utterly confused by this post as well. That's ok, though. I'm a happy person 99% of the time.

Lol, actually it is a thread about people who think that the world is about them and those who just want to be able to enjoy their own vacation.

The idea that anyone would think they are the "be all" and everyone wants their face mugging in pictures is egocentric and just plain rude.

 

[Burnedout]

Everyone who doesn't want to get photobombed should wear a hat that says "I'm no fun". hehehe

Lol, troll much?

 

[JeremyGNJ]

Lol, troll much?

Sorry, couldn't resist!

 

[Burnedout]

Sorry, couldn't resist!

Hahahaha one of those days, huh?