A strange bias I notice in modern society:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We are more interested in objects (cars, watches, design<\/a> objects, devices, etc) over human beings.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Why? Some thoughts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Objects are more predictable?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This is another strange thing about designers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many artists and designers I know are very awkward around real life human beings.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Even in street photography — many of these prominent street photographers I know are actually insanely awkward people, who have poor social skills<\/a>. In fact, I believe that in order to become a better street photographer, one must exercise and strengthen their social skills (it is like a muscle<\/a> — use it or lose it). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why are we so awkward?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Modern society is part to blame (living in the suburbs makes you suspicious of your neighbors). Also modern society isn’t designed in such a way which encourages by-chance interactions with your neighbors. Furthermore, technology is part to blame — a lot of ‘Gen Z’ kids and even ‘Millenials’ have a hard time making eye-contact <\/a>in real life, and would prefer having a screen be an intermediary between human interactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n