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 favorite 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 traveling?

—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

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

—When you book your photographer, you don't pay just a photographer who will take photos. It's about the connection, trust and the whole experience with the person. That person is somebody who can make you smile, talk to you and make you fell comfortable in front of the camera and have passion for photography.

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

—I love telling stories and try something different. At first I started doing sessions because I wanted to make something special and original. Thematic sessions and real stories that connects every couple differently.

—How do you improve your photography skills?

—Learning, reading on the internet....and the most important thing...be open minded and ready to try something new...get out of your comfort zone.

—How do you deal with criticism?

—I love good criticism, especially when is valid. You can learn the most form good critics and advices from somebody who knows more than you.

—Who would you choose to try taking photos with?

—Lot's of talented people form different types of photography. There are just too many. It would be new learning experience every time.

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

—Good and kind people who are willing to help anybody, people who are not selfish and thinking about other humans, animals and planet.

—Do you like traveling?

—I love to travel around the world, meet awesome couples and be a part of their most important day in life. Traveling is my passion.

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

—Living the life you imagined and doing the things you love to do, with he person you love, surrounded with friends and family.

—Cats or dogs?

—I love all pets and animals. I even have my page for pet photography. You can check it out on www.creativedogphotogra…

—Are there tendencies in wedding photography?

—Yeah, lots of trends and they are changing quickly. That's is the reason I don't follow trends and focus more on the people and emotions.

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

—If you have the will and passion....you can find Anything on the internet, you just need to go out and practice.

—Do you shoot wedding photos only?

—No, I love every aspect or type of photography. Especially concepts, art and commercial photography.

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

—Hmm....my influences were from concept photographers like Erik Almas or Artist like Gregory Colbert

—What would you have preferred to learn before becoming a photographer?

—Don't buy telephoto lens without image stabilization if you have low budget camera like Canon 400D.

—What devices that you own you regret you bought and why?

—Hmm...it's a learning process. You will filter over time what kind of gadgets do you need.

—If you have a chance to shoot a movie, what genre will you choose?

—Science fiction...something creative....Ridley Scott or David Fincher type of movies.

—What mistake in your professional experience you treat as the biggest one?

—Took advice form somebody who knows lees about photography than me...never again.

—How do you spend your leisure time?

—Longboarding, snowboarding, boardgames, digital art, any kind of sports or music.

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

—Creativity and meeting new people, learning about their cultures and traditions.

—What makes you continue shooting?

—Creativity, moments, people, light, landscapes, animals....Earth.

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

—Something that is special and different. Quality over quantity.

—Who is the 21st century symbol to your mind?

—Lot's of people...it wouldn't be fair to mention just one.

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

—Nathan Drake, because I love adventures and travelling.

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

—Fear of losing my bag with all the photo equipment :)

—Imagine aliens come to our planet. You are the first human they meet. What would you tell them?

—Do you need a wedding photographer on your planet?

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

—That I don't get flue before shooting a wedding.

—What is absolutely unacceptable when taking photos?

—Drinking...but I don't drink anyway so.. :)

—Can you specify whom would you love to shoot?

—Wedding session on New Zealand or Iceland.

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

—Moments ...and moments in good frames :)

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

—It would be unfair to mention just one..

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

—Perfect moment, light and composition.

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

—Perfect moment, light and composition.

—What are your plans for tomorrow?

—Ride some crazy hill on my longboard.

—Imagine that you can travel back in time. What would you do differently?

—Started taking photos earlier :)

—When traveling, what do you usually take with you & why?

—Small camera and just one lens.

—Do you look good in pictures?

—When I am behind the camera.

—In your opinion, should your parents have been more or less strict to you as a child?

—They should be as they are.

—What makes wedding photography different from other photography genres?

—People and their stories.

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

—Respected...always.

—Do you believe in the superstition that a photo replicates the soul of the pictured person?

—That is correct.

—Is there life in the Universe?

—I believe.

—What would you prefer to change in the world?

—Human race.

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

—Story.

—Is there anything in your work that you treat as prohibited "tricks"?

—No.