Photographer Franklin Balzan

—Are you photogenic?

—I wouldn't say so. I am usually the one behind the camera and do not enjoy being seen to much.

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—It was a natural evolution... I love street photography, fashion and portrait and therefore love shooting wedding photography in my artsy-journalistic style.

—What are the most important components of a good photo in your opinion?

—Especially for wedding photography, certainly the photo must convey emotion and have a story to tell. Apart from these two aspects then, there are also the technical aspects such as lighting and composition.

—Do you love traveling?

—Ohh yes :)

—What do you like most about your profession?

—Moving from place to place, meeting new people and creating art.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—The headache of possibly not being able to make it to the wedding due to some illness or something.

—What will be the future of photography?

—Mirrorless cameras are already with us – their technology has already catched with their heavier DSLR counterparts.

—What is special in the photography genre you specialise at?

—Emotions and the once in a lifetime event, which everyone has been preparing so much to.

—How do you handle criticism?

—Positively, as it helps me improve. Infact it helps me see things which otherwise I would not have noted.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—It seems most photographers are moving towards a journalistic fastpaced style.

—What should be the criteria for a customer to choose a photographer?

—The artistic style of the photo – colour, tone, framing.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Relaxing! One must keep concentrated till the last seconds of a wedding.

—What details that usually pass unnoticed can a photographer notice?

—Geometries, reflections, frames.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Roberto Valenzuela and Livio Lacurre certainly.