why is photography so important in life?

I like taking pictures because it freezes that moment in time. Wether good, or bad. Some of my favorite pictures is my daughter making a mad or silly face because it is so real. I like taking pictures of people you can feel their emotion.

Its a form of expression for me, at times - to capture the beauty I see in everyday life. I don't paint or write poetry or music so this is my way of sharing the beauty of life. I take nature photos mostly. I also love to make photo art from them with my photo programs. Snapshots of family are for a different reason. Those obviously are to remember moments in time.

For me, it is definitely artistic expression! I love the process of viewing my subject, composing the shot in my mind, setting up the camera and capturing it- then seeing the result! I love the feeling you get when shots come out better than you were expecting!