EXCESSI V E S E L F

REG A R D T E N D E N C Y
Explanation
The tendency to overvalue ones self and ones skills. In other words, we tend to misjudge our-
selves by overvaluing us and what we do.

Examples
Most drivers think they are good drivers. You would vouch to the contrary, no?

For Photographers

You are porbably misjudging yourself as a photographer. You probably think that what you do is
better than it actually is. Always seek to take a few steps back because we all are naturally in-
clined to overestimate ourselves and our photos.

See also: Dunning-Krueger effect and Ikea effect

IKEA E F F E C T
Explanation
The tendency to overvalue things we create. We not only overvalue them but also expect others to
also participate in our over-evalutation.

Examples
In studies, people tended to overvalue their own origami figures, but not others figures.
People whho assembled their own furniture (hence the name of the effect) had a greater attach-
ment to them. Also, your kids are amazing arent they?

For Photographers
You made a picture. You are going to think its the best thing since slice bread. The more of
yourself you put in something, the greater the effect. But just because you made it doesnt mean
its good.

When you make an image, make sure to take a few steps back and analyse it to judge and see that
the image is indeed good, and you are not just blinded by the Ikea effect.

See also: Dunning Krueger Effect and Excessive Self Regard tendency
D U N N I N G
KR U E G E R E F F E C T
Explanation
The tendency of those who are not good at something to overestimate their capabilities. Basically
incompetent people think they are better than they think they are. The opposite is also true, the
more competent you are, the less you feel you are. Ironic isnt it?

Examples
Ever met someone who just picked up a camera and thinks he or she is amazing?

For Photographers
Isnt it scary? to think you are not that that good at photography as you think you are? Well I
have good news for you. If you are reading this, its because you want to make sure you know your
stuff in photography. That position of humility is actually a great sign that you are probably more
skilled than you think you are.

Overall, the DK effect begs for humility when one is starting out, always keep your ego in check.

See also: Excessive self regard tendency and Ikea effect