photo opportunity
noun
: a situation or event that lends itself to and is often arranged expressly for the taking of pictures that give favorable publicity to the individuals photographed
Examples of photo opportunity in a Sentence
The mayor's visit to the hospital was a good photo opportunity.
Recent Examples on the Web
The popular holiday festival features live music, fire pits, craft vendors, food, holiday photo opportunities, selfies with Santa, and a spacious area for kids.
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San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2023
Music, food, fun and photo opportunities are all part of the holiday feature.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Nov. 2023
Upon arrival to the gate, I was met with celebrations — a balloon arch for photo opportunities, refreshments, and a podium set up for remarks — to kick off the new route.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 16 Nov. 2023
And though the warmer months tend to take the wedding spotlight, winter wonderland-esque ceremonies offer stunning photo opportunities, more venue availability, and a whole other side of color palettes and flower selections to play with.
—Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2023
The experience, presented by American Express and produced by Bravado, will include limited edition merchandise and photo opportunities curated by Japanese graphic artist Verdy, who is the artistic director of the experience.
—Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2023
Costumed families can go from business to business seeking treats and stop by Piazza della Famiglia for a photo opportunity, a map of participating locations and themed-music.
—The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2023
One of the park's most popular hikes, the Delicate Arch Trail, takes you on an amazing trek full of photo opportunities.
—Andrea Romano, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2023
This event will bring together all of the best aspects of fandom, including tabletop games, cosplay, photo opportunities, a dance party and more.
—The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2023
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San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2023
Music, food, fun and photo opportunities are all part of the holiday feature.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Nov. 2023
Upon arrival to the gate, I was met with celebrations — a balloon arch for photo opportunities, refreshments, and a podium set up for remarks — to kick off the new route.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 16 Nov. 2023
And though the warmer months tend to take the wedding spotlight, winter wonderland-esque ceremonies offer stunning photo opportunities, more venue availability, and a whole other side of color palettes and flower selections to play with.
—Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2023
The experience, presented by American Express and produced by Bravado, will include limited edition merchandise and photo opportunities curated by Japanese graphic artist Verdy, who is the artistic director of the experience.
—Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2023
Costumed families can go from business to business seeking treats and stop by Piazza della Famiglia for a photo opportunity, a map of participating locations and themed-music.
—The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2023
One of the park's most popular hikes, the Delicate Arch Trail, takes you on an amazing trek full of photo opportunities.
—Andrea Romano, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2023
This event will bring together all of the best aspects of fandom, including tabletop games, cosplay, photo opportunities, a dance party and more.
—The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1952, in the meaning defined above
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“Photo opportunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/photo%20opportunity. Accessed 9 Dec. 2023.
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