Wedding photographers in Croatia

—Can you give a few tips for wedding photographers who are just starting out?

—Feel the emotions and moments and frame them. Don't feel bad if you don't have first class gear, work hard, think about your work and gear will come. Invest wisely in marketing because your advertising is half of your work.

—What will be the future of wedding photography?

—I don't think about that. Only thing that i think about, in the future of wedding photography, is what will i do with my next couple; what kind of photos and which location will i choose.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—There is always a portion of stress because you have to be prepared to do anything to capture a perfect moment. There is no repeating if you miss it. No matter how much experience you have you are always worried about those important moments.

—How do you define success? How do you measure it?

—Succes for me means having family and provide them emotional and financial support they need. Also succesful person shoud be morally and emotionally stable

—If aliens come to the Earth and you are the first person they meet, what will you tell them?

—Excuse me: will you let me take a portrait of you?
Having first portrait of intelligent being from another planet must be an exceptional feeling. :)

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

—As a wedding photographer i think emotions are most important on a wedding photo. Technical quality is also important but less than emotive content.

—Who or what do you hate?

—Answer is like before....violent people, racists, terrorists, pedophiles, rapists, capitalists...i'cant remember more but you get the point

—When you're going to travel, what do you take with you and why?

—My photo gear is always with me, wherever i go. Except that gps, compass, knife and matches. You never know what's behind next hill :)

—What things that common people don't usually see can a wedding photographer notice?

—Some spontaneous smiles and looks; details at the wedding, especially ones handcrafted by the bride and groom. Unnatural perspectives and points of view can be pretty intersting to common people

—What do you worry about, and why?

—Wars, violence and poor people. Our planet is magnificent yet capitalism, greed, racism and religions are destroying it day by day.

—How did you get into wedding photography?

—I love happy moments and i love photos with people on it. Wedding day is very positive and happy day for us so i made my love for photography and emotions to be my primary business.

—What influences the value of a photo? What are its elements?

—Creativity and effort of photographer. From technical point of view print and album quality should also influence the value.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—Things should been as they were. If they were different maybe i would be a pilot today...or a president...or something else

—What's the stupidest thing you've ever agreed to do?

—When i was at age 14 we set dumpster on fire and almost burned down whole neighbourhood. I never played with fire again

—Who do you have no respect for?

—violent people, racists, terrorists, pedophiles, rapists, capitalists...i'cant remember more but you get the point

—How do you handle criticism?

—Pretty well. Since i started taking photos i always wanted to know what other photographers think about my work.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—I read alot of other photographers blogs and i work on my ideas, looking for minuses or errors that i don't like

—What is special in wedding photography?

—So many different photographers and so many different couples but they are all in need for few perfect shots.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—My son. Everything he sees is new to him and he wants to explore everything and be better in everything :)

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Photographer should not argue with bride and groom or any guest at the wedding. Politeness is a must.

—What is the one thing you wish you knew when you started taking photos?

—I wish i knew what portion of joy it will give me. I would probably try harder to be better sooner.

—What should be the criteria for a bride and a groom to choose their wedding photographer?

—Most important is that they choose the one photographer whose work they like the most.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—I want to show people how different are we all and how beautiful can each of us be.

—Are you photogenic?

—I think every living human has some point of view from where he/she is photogenic.

—If you could go back in time, what would you do differently?

—Maybe i would do somenthing to ensure more finances in earlier phase of my life.

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—When i deliver final product to my clients and they give me positive feedback.

—Who are your heroes?

—Leonardo DaVinci, Nikola Tesla.....people who helped humanity in its progress

—Do you believe that you replicate the soul of the person you are shooting?

—Noone can replicate someone's soul, only capture part of its expression

—What's the side of you that the public never sees?

—My anger....there are situations that make me angry but i don't show it

—Do you have a favourite joke? Tell us.

—I'm sitting with my darling and watching sunset and i think f8@1/400

—Do you believe in the traditional roles for men and women?

—I believe in love and happines; not neccesary between man and woman

—What about life on other planets?

—Why not?! We don't know how big space is and what is out there.

—Is there anything around you that you would like to change?

—Stop the wars, feed the poor, stop the polution, cure the sick

—What is the biggest mistake you have ever made at work?

—I waited longer than i should for launching my own business

—What do you like most about your profession?

—Meeting new people and becoming part of their happiness.

—If you were a cartoon, book or movie character, who would you be and why?

—Jean Luc Picard because he's rational and just yet human

—Are there any trends in wedding photography?

—Of course. Everything on this planet has its trends.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—I'm spending time with my family or taking photos.

—Do you take nothing but wedding photos?

—No, i take alot of different types of photos.

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—Dave Grohl, Clint Eastwood, Vladimir Putin

—Whose work has influenced you most as a wedding photographer?

—I cannot specify less than 10 names :)

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—I would like to sleep a bit less :)

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—Selecting and editing photos.

—What person can be the symbol of the 21st century in your opinion?

—Steve Jobs or Nelson Mandela

—Are you fond of travelling?

—Everyone likes traveling :)

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—Feedback from my clients.

—Where would you like to live?

—Exactly where i live now.

—Is there life after marriage?

—There is always life.

—What would you like to alter in the world?

—violence and polution

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—Birth of my son.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Steve McCurry

—The best thing in life is:

—Life itself.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Respected.

—If you are called to shoot a movie, what genre will it be?

—Thriller

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—Pain.

—Do you develop friendships easily?

—Yes.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—both

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—No

—Is there anything that you wish you hadn't bought among the gadgets that you own? Why?

—no

—The secret we all want to reveal – who is the best wedding photographer in Rijeka?

—Oh, we are all awesome! ;)

—What details that usually pass unnoticed can a wedding photographer capture?

—I'd say, the whole day. We create a story with all the details, all the fellings, big moments and those in between. We put into photos the spectrum of emotions they felt that day. We evoke feelings and put them into pictures.
The bride remembers how she felt walking down the aisle, but she doesn't remember how her father shed a tear walking to his seat after he gave her away because she didn't see it. To be able to enrich her memory in such a powerful day is a privilege.

—How did you start working in the wedding photography field?

—By accident. I went as a second shooter with to a wedding with friends. At that time, I had only been to a few weddings all together (maybe even just one). I was blown away by the energy. Never looked back since.

—What person in your life is your muse & source of inspiration?

—I am my own inspiration. It sounds bad, but it really isn't. Knowing oneself is important to live a life of fulfilment and honesty. We are influenced by everything we see, hear and feel but it's ourselves who have the power to turn it into something meaningful and palpable.

—Is there life in the Universe?

—''I'll tell you one thing about the universe, though. The universe is a pretty big place. It's bigger than anything anyone has ever dreamed of before. So if it's just us... seems like an awful waste of space. Right?''

—Can you specify whom would you love to shoot?

—I love unconventional couples and weddings, people who are open to sharing their vision with me and who are open to ideas. I love urban couples and urban settings, but nothing is off limits!

—How do you deal with criticism?

—Mostly well. We are all different and have different views and expectations. I always do my best to communicate with my clients in depth before the day, it helps a lot.

—Is there anything that worries you? What & why?

—I'm always worried before the wedding. I check my gear a thousand times, worry about will I deliver and such. But, the moment I start shooting it all goes away.

—What is there in your work that brings you joy?

—Happy clients. There's no feeling like when the clients are happy with the end results and products. Makes me feel I'm on top of the world every time.

—What makes wedding photography different from other photography genres?

—For me, it's the energy you get from a wedding. The hustle, motion, whirlwind of emotions... It keeps you on your toes all day long, and never ceases to surprise you.

—Give some advice to a wedding photographer who is a beginner.

—Invest in knowledge. Get to know your gear. A new lense doesn't make you a better photograper.

—What is success to you? How can one measure it?

—Success is a variable. What I consider success today, I may not tomorrow. It is only measurable by our own feeling of acomplishment.

—What's better – when you are liked or are respected?

—Whether someone likes us or not, it's a personal preference. But, respect comes from a different place, it can only be earned.

—When are you totally satisfied with the results of your work?

—Never! There is always room for something more. The moment I stop reaching for improvement, is the moment I fail.

—What cartoon, film or book character would you become if you had a chance?

—The owl from Disney's The Sword in the Stone. That bird is legendary and has a great sense of humour.

—Who would you choose to try taking photos with?

—Every single photographer out there. There is always something to learn from every single person.

—Are there tendencies in wedding photography?

—Of course there are. It's a good thing! There's something and someone for everything.

—What makes a photo valuable? What are the key features of a great photo?

—Like I said, the emotion. When you capture that raw emotion nothing else matters.

—What should future newlyweds pay attention to when looking for a wedding photographer?

—To like the photos and ask ask ask! Communication before the big day is key.

—What are the key elements that make a photo attractive?

—The moment, feeling. If emotion is there, everything else is falls behind.

—Whose works made an impact on you as a wedding photographer?

—Lately, Petar Jurica and Rafal Bojar have made quite an impression.

—Can you imagine what wedding photography will be like in future?

—It will only get more creative and honest!

—What is absolutely unacceptable when taking photos?

—Refusing to take photos clients ask for.

—Is there anything in your work that you don't like or even hate?

—I'm not a fan of marketing.

—Do you shoot wedding photos only?

—No, I also shoot couples.

—What moment in your life you treat as the most significant one?

—Deciding on my career.

—Do you look good in pictures?

—God, no.

—Do you like travelling?

—Love it!

—What key message are you trying to convey with your pictures?

—Emotion.