Everyone has their own reasons for taking pictures. All valid. But even so, photography is the world’s universal language. No need for translation.
To Be Creative. Since it's inception photography has engaged some of the most creative minds. And some of the most bizarre, too. And although it was under pressure in the early years to justify itself as an art form, most museums today have photography collections and understand its historic and aesthetic contributions. Social networking sites like PicsArt, Facebook, and Instagram have opened up new opportunities to showcase
To document
There are not many truly creative photographs being made. Most people just want to capture moments of their new baby, wedding, graduation, gathering, party, “selfie”, etc. Photography serves as the easiest and most convenient way to remember. You do not have to know how to spell RAW or PhotoShop to get competent results.
To be trendy
Photography has been popular since Kodak made it easy. But the digital revolution has made it accessible for all. The cameras are simpler, cheaper. More pictures are taken with cell phones than all cameras. It is a universal hobby. Anybody can do it. Even hipsters.
To tell stories
It doesn’t matter if you’re a professional or an amateur. You don’t need formal training. But we can most accurately tell the big and little stories of our own lives, of those surrounding us and of those far away. The more we know about each other, the more we see, the better we understand and cope.
The simple question, "Why do we take photographs?" Lou Jones puts your mind at ease and to the test. I believe it's good to know, where you stand. If you are unsure that's alright as well, you'll find your reason.