why do we crop images?

to improve the images composition

How can cropping add value to a composition?

Cropping an image can significantly enhance composition by eliminating distractions, emphasizing the subject, and adjusting the image to better adhere to compositional guidelines. By strategically removing parts of the image, cropping can draw the viewer’s eye to the most important elements, improve balance, and create a more visually appealing and impactful final result. 

examples –

both of these images were cropped in basic way in Lightroom