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WHY does photography matter? Why do we keep waking up at 4am hoping to capture the perfect sunrise or hiking for hours in the rain looking for that amazing shot of a secluded lake? Photography helps us see the beauty in a complex world. Life isn’t picture-perfect. Just look at the news. Sometimes it’s chaotic and overwhelming. But amidst the clutter and the struggle, there are glimmers of beauty waiting to be found. That’s where your camera can be a transformative tool – yes, photographing that sunrise you got up so early for or that crystal-clear lake that finally comes into view. Capturing the world through a lens allows us to freeze moments in time. It’s not just about historical landmarks or world events; photography can document the little things too. Think about your childhood home, or your first car, first holiday. Photos make them immortal.
Photographs serve as visual textbooks, offering lessons about life, society, and the ever-changing world around us. They can reveal the small things like the short life of an orchid or the big things like the devastating effects of Climate Change. Photographing wilderness helps us understand the natural world around us. And that’s why photography, and your Wilderness Photographer of the Year photos matter.
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