Creating Viral Photos
Creating Viral Photos
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Creating Viral Photos
I was recently contacted by Google Maps saying that a photo I uploaded had gone viral and had reached over 100 million views, which was astounding. The photo in question was taken at the Tate Modern, a world famous art gallery in London, housing the United Kingdom’s national collection of international modern and contemporary art.
I was fortunate enough to arrive as the doors opened and got a stunning photo of the interior. Below is the photo, I actually took a screen grab of it when I logged into Google Maps. If you click on the photo it will take you to my uploaded image.
Many critics will say that creating one viral photo, is only a fluke in fact anybody can get lucky and get a viral photo on Google Maps. I agree, so I am going to share more of the viral photos I have created and uploaded to Google Maps:
It was taken a few hours later near Tower Bridge in London and has over 200 000 views already.
this is a photo I recently took in Seville, it is gaining around 2000 views a week and is the second most popular photo of this location.
Creating Viral Google Maps Photos
With my photography assignments, I get to travel a lot and in my spare time, I always explore and bring a camera along with me. I got into the habit of uploading photos onto Google Maps as a bit of fun, and for SEO for me and my photography website. People have asked me: Can you get paid for Google Photos? The answer is Yes and no. Google doesn’t pay users for photos, but you can build up a portfolio and then offer photography services to businesses that don’t have a visible Google Maps presence. I prefer to do it by having clients contact me because they have seen a photo that they like on Google Maps.
I have also been asked how do I create photos that will go viral on Google maps, here is a breakdown:
Creating Viral Photos
To make photos go viral on Google Maps, focus on capturing high-quality, engaging images that showcase the unique atmosphere of a place. High-resolution, well-lit, and clear photos tend to perform well. Consider experimenting with different angles, perspectives, and times of day to capture interesting shots, especially of popular spots.
- High Resolution: Use cameras with good resolution to provide clear, detailed images.
- Good Lighting: Ensure photos are well-lit, especially for outdoor shots, where soft, warm light (early morning or late afternoon) is often preferable, according to a Medium article.
- Focus and Clarity: Avoid blurry or out-of-focus images.
- Authenticity: While minimal editing is acceptable, avoid heavy filters or excessive alterations that misrepresent the scene, says a Google Help document.
- Capturing the Atmosphere: Go beyond simply photographing the place; try to convey the overall feel and ambiance.
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Unique Angles:Experiment with different perspectives and angles to create visually interesting shots.
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Popular Spots, Unique Twist:Don’t be afraid to photograph popular locations, but try to find a unique angle or perspective to make your photo stand out.
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Capture the Experience:
Think about what it’s like to be at that location, and try to capture that experience in your photo.
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Link Photos to Business Profiles:
If you’re photographing businesses, link the photos to their Google Business Profile for maximum visibility.
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Use Google My Business:
Optimise your business listing with accurate information, including photos, to attract more views.
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Contribute to Street View:
Use Street View Studio to upload 360-degree videos and photos, which can significantly increase engagement.
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Follow Google’s Guidelines:
Ensure your photos comply with Google’s content policy and photo requirements.
I hope that this article was useful to you, you can also check out my blog for more photography articles, tips and insights.
