Glass - Photography Community

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Glass - Photography Community

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User Reviews for Glass - Photography Community

You have to start somewhere…

Is Glass perfect? Not at all. But I’ll support the effort to have some sort of “community” for photographers that isn’t full of ads. What could be better: faster feed loads - I can see the same five images at the top of my feed all day. Maybe a means to shuffle your feed? Easier commenting might encourage more to comment. Sure the “like” is lame but it sure was quick and easy.So rather than being a hater, be a supporter and since these guys are willing to do the work for our benefit, I’ll pay, happily.

a.frank, Sep 07, 2021

Best Photography App Out There

I started using Glass one year ago and I absolutely adore it. It is exactly the photography app I have been looking for since well, Instagram went down hill years ago. It is a minimally designed app that doesn’t throw a millions things at you at once. It is just for photography, that is it, nothing else. Professional or amateur photographers alike can display their work. Instead of likes they have appreciations. Glass does have a feature to follow people, but you cannot see the follower count or the appreciation count. It is not about numbers, or advertising it is about community. The Glass creators seem incredibly passionate about what they do. I am rooting for you guys!

Dale7482, Apr 23, 2023

A bit underwhelming

This app showed a lot of promise and there was a ton of hype when it launched but it’s a miss for me as it feels like a ghost town lately. I follow at latest count about 200 people and I’m lucky if I see 5-10 new photos a day total. That seems like extremely low usage. On the plus side, the addition of categories and improved Exif info has helped a little but you still cannot allow the location of the photo to be posted from Exif data and the categories are limiting. I’m just not seeing much community engagement as it’s missing a lot of features that help build a community, especially since this app bills itself as a photo community. Beyond commenting, there really is not much else for people to engage in with each other. I subscribed for a year and I’ll keep posting but not sure I’ll renew unless some new community features arrive. Noting that I also opened a UX / accessibility issue in their feature requests but as of yet that has not been addressed. Update, December, 2021 - Now that the app has “appreciations” or “likes”, it’s gone even quieter than before. Folks appreciate a photo but that’s dramatically reduced social interaction via commenting so perhaps its had an opposite effect than what the app owners were intending. 🤷 Now it sort of feels like an Instagram wanna-be.

Danomatic12, Dec 28, 2021

A community for photographers

As a photographer who has been frustrated with Instagram’s algorithm, it’s great to be in a community with kind hearted photographers who lift each other up and discuss the technical parts of photography. It’s clear that the team cares about safety and inclusivity by making sure that there’s an easy way to report and block users - not the case in a lot of other photo communities out there who have told me that my community wasn’t for them if I felt unsafe! I love that you can upload full res photos (thank you for not making me crop or add white borders!) and you can see EXIF data. The team really focuses on photos over likes or reels, which is really what we’re actually here for.

dmleong, Aug 02, 2021

The photo app I’ve been looking for!

I know I’m not alone in feeling like Instagram just isn’t doing it for me anymore - the ads, the influencers, the reels. Need I say more? It’s just not a place for photos anymore, and that makes me so sad. I’ve been looking for a replacement for a while and recently found Glass. At first, I thought there’s no way I’m paying to use it. But after reading about the team and their mission, I figured it was something worth supporting. It’s still in it’s early days, but the more photographers who use it and support it, the better it will be. I actually feel excited to use it - something I haven’t felt about a social media app in a long time. There’s beautiful content and folks are excited to share their thoughts. It’s the start of a great community, and I’m excited to be a part of it!

Elisecaitlin, May 29, 2022

Okay so far.

Good app. I like what they’re doing to get away from how terrible IG has become. But no EXIF data is ever displayed for any of my photos. They say they have lens info now, but it doesn’t show for me yet. I download my pics from Lr to my iPhone, but it doesn’t preserve my EXIF data, so when I upload from the app, no EXIF data. I paid for the year because I really want to encourage some real competition for IG and I want a place to see and connect to other photographers, both professional and other amateurs like me. I would ask for there to be a feature that allows saving photos in collections/mood boards. And please allow us to upload from other devices other than iOS so my EXIF data shows.

Infensus, Oct 27, 2021

Finally!

Over the years photographers have tried to find a place to share work together. There was Flickr (which turned into a train photography community instead), 500px (mysteriously purchased by Chinese Corp), and Instagram (devolved into memes, selfies, and influencers after Facebook purchase). For the past few years, we had nothing. Glass proposed a simple idea - photography community paid by subscriptions. It’s brilliant. I’m happy to pay to be a part of photography as art community and think this is the start of something good. The first pass at the app isn’t perfect but I know reception has been great and Glass will work out the kinks and eventually scale to other platforms. Glass team - I wish you all success and big paydays ahead, thanks for hard work to bring this idea to life.

kylehotchkiss, Aug 11, 2021

Not sure I’ll renew my subscription

Where to begin… 1. It’s a walled garden. No one outside of the Glass community can see your work. 2. Everything is done via the iPhone app. There’s no web alternative that might bring extra and much needed functionality like direct upload of photos from your computer. 3. Uploads within Glass don’t work. Save your images to your iCloud Drive on your computer. Open the Files app, select an image, hit the Share icon, select the Glass app and watch it go through the motions of uploading the image to Glass. Fire up Glass and, you guessed it, nothing uploaded. Not sure what the point of an image sharing service is when you can’t share images. Glass is a great concept poorly executed and rushed to market. I hope they get their act together. We need this alternative to Instagram, etc. but it’s got to work. Glass can’t even handle the basics.

Roger_S, Aug 27, 2021

Solid First Effort

I think this is a solid first step. The issue is I’m not sure the founders have established an identity for Glass outside of it not being Instagram. That’s reflected in the incredibly small feature set and some of the design decisions that feel a little aimless. The discovery tab is awful, full stop. Avatar icons are too big, photos are too small, sideways scrolling on all these tiny photos with no way to preview isn’t fun. Zooming into landscape images by default is also strange. Launching this app without a way to view a user’s full collection of images at a glance feels like a mistake. How did it launch without a way to edit captions? The app was in private beta for a minute and it makes me curious what it was like then. There’s a lot of workshopping happening in their support pages and I worry they’re going to design this by committee and turn it into a hodgepodge of conflicting ideas. The work I’m referring to that needs to be done isn’t expensive. It doesn’t cost you anything to establish a set of concrete desires for your product. Does Glass want to foster a photography community and get people conversing with one another or does it want to be a portfolio site with some engagement functionality? I’ve already subscribed for the year, I’m rooting for you all to turn this into something. Figure out what you want to be and pls god get more women on your platform.

RomanMF, Sep 06, 2021

Fantastic place to meet creatives and be inspired

This app is wonderful. Simple, uncomplicated, and has allowed me to meet some really talented artists from around the world. I love the restraint…no visible likes, no ads, no distractions except artists showcasing their work to drive conversation and growth. Photos look amazing and again …the simplicity is refreshing. If you subscribe for the year, it is less than 3 dollars a month and for me it is beyond worth it. It has room to grow and evolve but for a first go? These are the kind of platforms I wish app developers could emulate when it comes to showcasing art. Bravo and looking forward to being a part of this growing community.

tpicasso913, Dec 02, 2021

Description

Glass: Unleash Your Photography Potential Welcome to Glass, a sanctuary for photographers of all levels. From professionals to hobbyists, Glass is designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and growth in a community that values quality, integrity, and privacy. Experience photography like never before, free from ads, algorithms, and tracking.

Why Glass? A Community That Cares: Join a thriving network of photographers who share your passion. Engage, learn, and grow together in a supportive and inspiring environment. No Ads, No Algorithms, No Compromises: We prioritize your experience. No intrusive ads, manipulative algorithms, or invasive tracking. Just pure, unfiltered photography. Professional Tools for Every Photographer: Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting, Glass offers features like P3 color profile support, metadata, and more to enhance your work. Showcase Your Talent: Create a public profile that doubles as a portfolio. Share your unique vision and connect with others who appreciate your artistry. Explore and Discover: Dive into monthly categories, engage with new photographers, and discover inspiring work. Glass offers organic exploration without algorithmic interference. iPad App for Seamless Experience: Glass is available on iPhone, iPad, and Web. Enjoy a consistent and beautiful experience across all your devices. Affordable and Transparent Membership: With plans at $4.99/month or $29.99/year, and a two-week free trial, Glass offers value and transparency without hidden fees. Features Overview Share and Collaborate: Upload your photos, receive feedback, and collaborate with fellow photographers. Build and Showcase: Design a public profile that reflects your style. Showcase your work to the world. Explore and Connect: Discover new talents, engage with inspiring work, and build meaningful connections. Professional Tools: Utilize tools designed specifically for photographers, enhancing your creativity and precision. Cross-Platform Experience: Whether on iPhone, iPad, or Web, Glass provides a unified and delightful experience. Privacy You Can Trust: Your data stays with you. We respect your privacy and never share your information. Join the Glass Community Embrace a new era of photography with Glass. Share your vision, connect with like-minded individuals, and grow your photography skills in a community that puts you first. A Glass membership is $4.99/month or $29.99/year. The first two weeks are free. Download Glass now and redefine your photography journey. Experience the freedom, creativity, and community that only Glass can offer. — Terms of Use: https://glass.photo/terms Privacy Policy: http://glass.photo/privacy