Proposal:Photopoint

Photopoint (photo point, photo spot, photo location, photo stand-in)
Proposal status:	Draft (under way)
Proposed by:	AlesKubr
Tagging:	`tourism=photopoint`
Applies to:	, ,
Definition:	This proposal suggests introducing a new tag `tourism=photopoint`, for mapping places specifically designed for tourists to take photos known as photo point (photopoint), photo spot (photospot) or photo location. These locations typically feature elements such as large frames of various shapes (e.g., rectangular, heart-shaped), large letters spelling out the name of the location or photo stand-ins. The tag can be applied to nodes, ways, and areas, where applicable.
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Draft started:	2024-08-24

Proposal

This proposal suggests introducing a new tag tourism=photopoint, for mapping places specifically designed for tourists to take photos known as photo point (photopoint), photo spot (photospot) or photo location. These locations typically feature props such as large frames of various shapes (e.g., rectangular, heart-shaped), large letters spelling out the name of the location or photo stand-ins.

Rationale

Tourism is a significant contributor to many local economies, and the creation of designated photo spots is increasingly common in tourist areas. These locations are specifically designed to encourage tourists to take photographs, often with a scenic or iconic backdrop. The proposed tag, tourism=photopoint, would fill a gap in the OpenStreetMap tagging system by providing a standardized way to tag these specific features.

Why tourism=photopoint?

The tag clearly describes a location designed for tourists tourism=* with the primary purpose of photography photopoint.
It is specific and avoids confusion with existing tags like tourism=viewpoint, which is typically used for broader scenic views and not specifically designed or curated photo spots.
The proposed tag is concise and descriptive, making it easy for contributors to understand and use correctly.

Comparison with Similar Tags:

tourism=viewpoint: This tag is currently used for general scenic viewpoints that may or may not be specifically designed for photography. The tourism=photopoint tag would be more specific to curated photo spots often marked with artistic frames, signs or other specifically designed features.

Potential Uses:

Mapping these locations will help tourists and photographers find curated photo spots more easily.
Local tourism boards or businesses may find value in this data to promote these locations.
Enhances the user experience on map applications that cater to tourists, such as travel guides and tourism-focused maps.

Tagging

Primary Tag:
- tourism=photopoint for marking a designated photo-taking spot. In its basic usage, this tag specifies primarily the location of the photographer, analogous to the tourism=viewpoint tag, which specifies the location of the viewer.
Detail Tags (if needed): used to specify different elements of a photopoint:
- photopoint:prop=* specifies the type of prop present (e.g., sign, frame, swing, photo_stand-in).
- photopoint:camera_mount=* indicates whether a camera or phone holder is provided and its type (yes, no, phone, camera).

If the locations of the photographer, the prop, and the usual location where people pose are significantly spread apart, they can be tagged separately.