What is the true purpose behind my passion for photography?
In my view, it goes without saying that photography is not just about capturing a moment in time. It is also about all the moments that come before that moment in time and all the moments that come after it, as well as all the moments that surround it. It encompasses all the planning, walking, observing, questioning, considering, wondering and deciding that go into the capture of just one image.
Photography is a journey – a creative process of learning, discovery, experimentation, challenge and achievement.
Photography provides an opportunity to be fully present in each moment, to be absorbed and motivated.
Photography offers a time to escape from the stresses of everyday life and to create something precious.
Photography engages our senses and supports our physical, mental and emotional health.
Photography is creative, challenging and enjoyable.
It is for these reasons that I do photography; they explain the true purpose behind my passion for photography.
I have written several posts on why I believe that photography supports our physical, mental and emotional/spiritual health.
I have linked them below.
Recently I watched this video from Distant Media Photography, the YouTube channel of a photographer based in the UK. The sentiments of the video resonate with me and the visual media adds something extra that the written word misses.
I’d like to share this video with you. I hope you enjoy it.
The Soul of Why I Do Photography Distant Media Photography
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