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If you’ve ever wondered how social media influencers and others dedicated to their social media feeds get those stunning pictures, Influencers in The Wild can give you an idea. The verified Instagram account features submissions from people who spot friends or professional photographers going out of their way to capture “impromptu” photo shoots for the ‘gram.
As this Instagram account exposes people who are willing to do everything for a photo, they are captured in their natural habitat, sharing the crazy behind-the-scenes moments with the rest of us. The result is a feed full of fun and hilarious moments of influencing in its raw form. From the perspective of everyday life, some of the published pictures are quite embarrassing.
Influencers in the Wild is run by @tank.sinatra, a successful meme creator and author of the book Happy Is the New Rich. Tank Sinatra, whose real name is George Resch, spoke with BuzzFeed News about starting Influencers in the Wild. The new account was kicked off in 2020 and has almost 5 million followers today! It seems like its growth won't stop anytime soon. Check out our curated 30 pictures to get the impression of the real life of influencers!
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I’ll Ask You Again, Are You Willing To Die For Your Content?
The Rise Of Instagram Influencers
These humorous photographs demonstrate the increasing number of individuals who aspire to become Instagram influencers. With the industry thriving, brands are expected to further enhance their social media presence. In total, US influencer marketing spending will pass $2 billion on Instagram in 2024, per Business Insider Intelligence estimates based on eMarketer Ecommerce Analysis.
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#2
Psa: Don’t Make Your Kids Do This. It’s Weird
I’m Foxxy and I know it 😉 4 years ago
Wow, really?? They are that desperate for attention that they use their kids to take their photos. I am no prude but those photos were not appropriate for those kids to take.
How Influencers Are Changing The Game?
But even though partnering with big online names is already a familiar idea for upping the brand image, the market is constantly changing. So, everyone must continually evolve their strategies. Yes, influencers are filling nearly every imaginable niche and sub-niche.
However, pouring money into each of them offers distinct benefits and trade-offs for brands. This prompts users to go above and beyond to better their online appearance and attract deals... And sometimes, like Influencers In The Wild has shown, way, way beyond.
#3
Ma’am Do You Mind We’re Trying To Eat And Not Fight For The Entire Remainder Of The Vacation Thanks
#4
People. Don’t Do This. Please Be Careful Out There
Supac Takur 4 years ago
Shakespeare 2020: ROMEO: It’s easy for someone to joke about scars if they’ve never been cut. JULIET (enters on the balcony)
#5
Get You A Friend Like This
#6
One Wolf Approaches One Human 40,000 Years Ago In Hopes Of Some Food And Companionship, And Here Is Where We Wound Up
Blue Shadow 4 years ago
Ok, A. That dog is freaking adorable and B. That one wolf had wise judgement.
#7
Nailed It
#8
Why Else Would You Have Kids?
#9
When A Wall Is More Popular Than Their Insta Accounts
#10
*pilot Over The Loud Speaker* “Sorry Folks We’re Gonna Be A Little Delayed For Take Off. We Have An Aspiring Influencer Who Is Willing To Die For Content In One Of The Jet Engines.”
#11
Day At The Beach
This picture and the post was submitted by @ddianass: “Okay, babe, so here’s the plan. I’m gonna lay in the water, just lay. Stomach down. It’s not deep, so I won’t drown, but even more importantly, my butt cheeks will be jjjuuuusssttt protruding from the water. Here’s why I’m telling you this. For no reason at all, I want you to just incessantly throw sand at my butt cheeks and take pics the entire time. Actually, maybe do a video so I can grab the perfect screenshot. I don’t care if it takes all day. The point is, I need a picture of me, just me, with sand bouncing off of my butt cheeks. It’s for work. Okay, let’s do it.”
#12
At That Point, Why Not Just Stand Up
#13
*ralph Wiggum Voice* I’m Influencing
#14
Commuting To Work In New York Is Hard Enough
#15
It Hurts My Deeply That I’ll Never Be This Cool
#16
No Better Way To Start The Day Than Pee Steam In Your Face
What Are Some Good Influencers?
As influencers in real life can act enormously stupid, some factors that make someone a good influencer are authenticity, content creation expertise, trustworthiness, communication skills, and passion. As various social media influencers are in different categories, the “goodness” actually depends on your interests and preferences.
If you are interested in food, you might want to follow famous chef @jamieoliver or @the_pastaqueen. Top travel influencers are @theblondeabroad or @fatgirlstraveling. If you are interested in fashion, the real influencers here are @chiaraferragni in women’s and Johnny Cirillo, aka @watchingnewyork in men’s fashion.
#17
*waze Voice* Influencer Traffic Up Ahead
#18
Dad, I Need A Favor
#19
There Was A Tidal Wave Of New Followers After She Posted This Pic
#20
That’s A Good Friend
Supac Takur 4 years ago
Pornhub is offering a $25k scholarship and the application might surprise you!
#21
It Pains Me Deeply To Know That I Will Never Be This Cool
#22
There Is Really Only One Reason To Be In A Relationship And That Is Content
#23
The Juxtaposition Between The Bikini And The Snow Is Pure Poetry
#24
What In The Patrick Swayze
Myra Groenewegen 4 years ago
Oh, let's be kind. They've figured out an acribatic lift and are taking a funny picture. It actually looks like a typical figure skating lift to me.
Who Are The Top Micro-Influencers?
Nonetheless, not only megastars with huge fan armies like Kim Kardashian West and Kylie Jenner are selected to reach potential clients, but micro and nano influencers.
Micro-influencers often specialize in a specific niche, even kids, games, and virtual (computer-generated), having a relatively small but engaged and loyal following, usually between 10,000 and 100,000 followers.
One of the top micro-influencer kids is @elle, while in the gaming niche, @kioshimax takes an important place. Even if these accounts are just a tiny fraction of all top micro-influencers, the biggest virtual reality enthusiast is considered @lstoast.
#25
You’ve Heard Of “Don’t Bring Sand To The Beach” Now Get Ready For “Don’t Bring Fan To The Beach”
#26
This Man Subsists Solely On A Diet Of Quinoa And Kombucha
#27
Know Your Limits Pt 2
William Teach 4 years ago
I had to stop scrolling the post at this point as my eyes hurt so much from rolling them.
#28
This Is Art And It’s Wholesome And It’s Everything I Want This Page To Be
cybermerlin2000 4 years ago
I saw this happen some time ago. Out of curiosity I listened in and the old guy was on a video call date with a sweet old lady because they could not be with each other. She was probably caring for a family member I don't know. I thought it was sweet because they had ordered small meals for each of them because they liked to share. I stopped listening at that point but I hope they had a great date
#29
She Must Be One Of Those Construction Influencers Your Hear So Much About
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Nicholas Yu 4 years ago
I don't mind that camera phones are inspiring average people to take up photography. What I DO mind are so called "influencers" bartering imaginary currency for real world items. Lemme give you an example. I'm a REAL photographer. Each photo I shoot is roughly $10,000 in gear. Influencers contact me all the time wanting free work. In return they promise to "tag" me so my work can be viewed by their followers. First all, likes don't pay my bills. Secondly, why would I want my work to be seen by more of your broke a*s friends who in turn will contact me for their own free shoot? Finally, click on any photo of any influencer with a million or more followers. You'll never see more than exactly 50,000 likes. Which means not only are the majority of followers fake bots...but so are the likes. You're essentially a turd paying your own money to fuel your ego and trying to p**n your fake celebrity for free vacations, actual photoshoots, and other items. F*ck off. Sincerely, a real photographer. DSC7572Ret...3067d3.jpg 
Carol Emory 4 years ago
I always love the retailers that tell supposed influencers..."Here's a hundred coupons for $5 off a purchase of $50 or more. If 50 people turn them in and use them, I will give you free stuff." Most influencers decline because they know their 10,000 followers are actually less than 100 real people. I don't know when it became popular for people to expect free stuff for being vain.
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No you didn't 4 years ago
But why would you assume that everyone who has their picture taken is an influencer? Some people just like to have their picture taken. 🤷
Colleen Coughlin 4 years ago
I I know it probably sounds weird... But you can just... Kind of tell.
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KaPOW 4 years ago
I started following this account for a while as I found it funny, then cringed as I realised that I just don't even want to see these ridiculous people and their c**p anymore, pure narcissism. Now I've unfollowed it as it was just winding me up
Nicholas Yu 4 years ago
I don't mind that camera phones are inspiring average people to take up photography. What I DO mind are so called "influencers" bartering imaginary currency for real world items. Lemme give you an example. I'm a REAL photographer. Each photo I shoot is roughly $10,000 in gear. Influencers contact me all the time wanting free work. In return they promise to "tag" me so my work can be viewed by their followers. First all, likes don't pay my bills. Secondly, why would I want my work to be seen by more of your broke a*s friends who in turn will contact me for their own free shoot? Finally, click on any photo of any influencer with a million or more followers. You'll never see more than exactly 50,000 likes. Which means not only are the majority of followers fake bots...but so are the likes. You're essentially a turd paying your own money to fuel your ego and trying to p**n your fake celebrity for free vacations, actual photoshoots, and other items. F*ck off. Sincerely, a real photographer. DSC7572Ret...3067d3.jpg
Carol Emory 4 years ago
I always love the retailers that tell supposed influencers..."Here's a hundred coupons for $5 off a purchase of $50 or more. If 50 people turn them in and use them, I will give you free stuff." Most influencers decline because they know their 10,000 followers are actually less than 100 real people. I don't know when it became popular for people to expect free stuff for being vain.
Load More Replies... No you didn't 4 years ago
But why would you assume that everyone who has their picture taken is an influencer? Some people just like to have their picture taken. 🤷
Colleen Coughlin 4 years ago
I I know it probably sounds weird... But you can just... Kind of tell.
Load More Replies... KaPOW 4 years ago
I started following this account for a while as I found it funny, then cringed as I realised that I just don't even want to see these ridiculous people and their c**p anymore, pure narcissism. Now I've unfollowed it as it was just winding me up
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