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The weekly blog is where I plan to share all things about photography and starting up a small business or in my case - a side hustle. Over the coming weeks you might even have an answer for the title question of this post.

So, why photography?

My top ten reasons:

1. I love it! It impels me to really look at the world around me…to notice shapes, colours, tones, the various perspectives and light - especially the light

2. An image can tell a story without a single word - there's no language or cultural barrier. Photography is an international language

3. Photography relaxes me - especially if I’m feeling a little stressed or troubled in my day job. Don’t get me wrong, it can also stress me if I’m on a deadline or the light is fading faster than I can click my shutter

4. It inspires me to travel and explore the beautiful places around the world - not that I really need another reason to travel

5. It helps me capture and savour the beautiful moments in my life and creates long-lasting memories

6. Photography has the ability to evoke emotions in myself and others. I love seeing the delight in peoples’ faces when they see an image that they really love

7. It nurtures my creativity

8. It is sooooo satisfying when I nail that perfect shot

9. One image can be interpreted in so many ways

10. I learn something new every single time I take a photo.

There you have it.

What do you love? What nurtures your creativity or fills your soul with joy and a sense of purpose? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. Until next week…have a good one!

Sue