The woman who became known as the “bored club girl” meme has made a comeback in front of the camera, as reported by Wales Online. Lucia Gorman, aged 24, rose to fame in 2018 when a photo of her looking uninterested while out at Milk Club Edinburgh went viral. This iconic image has been shared millions of times and has become one of the most famous memes on the internet. Now, after seven years, Lucia has revisited the scene by recreating the picture alongside other well-known memes like Harry Maguire’s “Put the Bins Out” and the Confused Math Lady.
Lucia has teamed up with Samsung to promote their new Best Face technology, which aims to help users avoid common photo mishaps. A survey of 2,000 Brits revealed that blinking, awkward facial expressions when saying “cheese”, and people being out of focus were among the top reasons for group photo fails. Lucia recreated these common failings in a series of photos to highlight the need for better photo-editing tools. The research also found that Brits spend a significant amount of time editing their photos before posting them online, with some spending nearly a month of their lives perfecting their images.
The study showed that different age groups have varying approaches to photography, with Gen Z capturing more photos annually compared to Baby Boomers. Despite taking more photos, Gen Z also dedicates more time to perfecting their shots before sharing them on social media. Lucia Gorman’s recreation of the photo fails aims to raise awareness and promote Samsung’s new technology, which uses AI to enhance group shots by fixing common issues such as blinking eyes and awkward facial expressions.
The research revealed that Brits often resort to editing their photos to remove unwanted elements such as background clutter, red-eye, or people blinking. Selfies, group photos, and theme park rides were identified as the top moments where people tend to retake photos due to facial fails. Although many people feel frustrated by photo mishaps, a significant portion admitted they would still post a group photo online even if they looked great but a friend looked terrible.
The accessibility of photo editing tools has led to a culture of perfectionism on social media, with many Brits opting to edit their photos before sharing them online. Common editing practices include cropping out friends, removing red-eye, and adjusting facial expressions. Despite the pressure to present flawless images online, a considerable number of people still feel uncomfortable posting unedited photos on social media.
Samsung’s Galaxy A56 5G smartphone is equipped with the new Best Face feature, which utilises AI technology to improve group shots by addressing common photo fails. The device’s Awesome Intelligence ensures that users can capture their best shot effortlessly, reducing the need for extensive post-editing. With six years of guaranteed OS upgrades, the Samsung Galaxy A Series range aims to offer users a seamless photography experience without the need for extensive editing.
In conclusion, Lucia Gorman’s collaboration with Samsung to recreate common photo fails sheds light on the pressures of achieving picture-perfect images in the digital age. The research findings highlight the significant amount of time Brits spend editing their photos and the common frustrations faced when capturing group shots. By promoting the new Best Face technology, Samsung aims to simplify the photo-editing process and allow users to enjoy capturing and sharing special moments without the need for extensive editing.