Wedding photographers in Greece

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

—First and most important they have to be able to communicate with their photographer, because as I said before he will be a part of the most beautiful day in their lives.

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

—I like the idea of being a part of the most beautiful day in a person’s life and most of all creating memories for them.

—What side of you do you never show to the public?

—I think they will never see the part of me being angry. It’s not usual, but there is no need for other people seeing me angry

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

—The light and of course the scenery. If the you have a good light it’s difficult for a photo to look bad.

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

—I love my gadgets and I have a strong belief that I need them all. At least they make my life easier.

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

—I measure succes on how proud, the people I love and I care about them, are for me.

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

—The light, the frame, the colours. Just some things at the top of my head right now

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

—My camera of course. You never know when an opportunity for a great photo strikes.

—What makes wedding photography different from other photography genres?

—The emotions that we see on the result, that’s really difficult to see on other type of photography.

—How do you deal with criticism?

—I try to handle criticism as a type of advice, but I can’t be liked by everyone.

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

—I hope more artistic and I see a feature that covers both photographer’s and couple’s needs.

—What makes you continue shooting?

—Seeing my favourite photos from older projects and want to overpass myself

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

—I try to say a story, I know it’s a typical answer but that’s the truth.

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

—I worry about the well being of the people I love, because I love them.

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

—The fact that many of the couples I liked, I won’t see them again ...

—Do you believe in life after wedding?

—Of course there is, different kind of life but not a bad one

—How do you improve your photography skills?

—By watching old pictures I took and pointing the mistakes.

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

—They had the perfect amount of strictness on raising me.

—Whom can you name as a person/people not deserving respect?

—On people they chase convenience more than their dreams.

—Cats or dogs?

—Both, all the animals are beautiful and kind creatures

—What is absolutely unacceptable when taking photos?

—Not considering the demands of the person you shoot.

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

—Someone who works hards and doesn’t shout it louder.

—Do you like travelling?

—Yes, and I’m so glad I can do this with my work.

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

—They should try to take it easy and not over try

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

—I would have to take the risk to live abroad

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

—Welcome to Planet Earth, maybe they got lost.

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

—Meeting new people and of course traveling.

—How do you spend your leisure time?

—I try to do things with my son and my wife.

—Do you hate anyone or anything? Who or what?

—I hate football and people with bad quality

—Are there tendencies in wedding photography?

—Yes, there are trends in everything we do.

—The most troubling thing in life is:

—Remembering the things you have done wrong

—What would you prefer to change around you?

—So many things I don’t from where to begin

—What would you alter in yourself if possible?

—So many things I don’t from where to begin

—Do you look good in pictures?

—I’m usually the one behind the camera :)

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

—I wasn’t working as Sotiris Tsakanikas

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

—How much I will love it in the future.

—Is there life in the Universe?

—Why not, since there is water in Mars.

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

—The moment that my son was born.

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

—Not yet, maybe when I get older

—Do you believe in the traditional gender roles?

—Not in the traditional way

—Do you make friends with ease?

—No, I’m a bit introverted

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

—The feelings on our face

—Where would you prefer to live?

—In a forrest, by a lake

—What thing is the silliest one you've ever agreed to do?

—I can’t even remember

—Have a best-loved joke? Share it with us!

—Greek politicians ...

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

—A part of it yes

—Who would you choose to try taking photos with?

—Ivan Troyanovsky

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

—Never, hahaha

—What are your plans for tomorrow?

—A photoshoot

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

—Mystery one

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

—Lucky Luke

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

—Respected

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

—Jose Villa

—Whom can you name as people you respect and admire most?

—My parents

—Can you specify whom would you love to shoot?

—Kate Moss

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

—My family

—What would you prefer to change in the world?

—Politics

—Life is great thanks to:

—Life

—Do you shoot wedding photos only?

—No

—First and foremost – whom can you name as the best wedding photographer in Chania? :)

—Ooooooh, lol... I think that there are always many things still to learn. Of course my goal is to became the best... but.... I think in photography you can never reach your goals.... there is no gauge to say who's better.. it is all on our mind.. in our eye... in our tastes. So everybody can find photographer, who is the best for him..

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

—First of all they have to like the photographer. Believe me, there is nothing more terrible than have a photographer on you special day, who is really not likeable. lol. The second thing is that they have to love his style, because its how their wedding photos will look like

—How did you get into wedding photography?

—Well.. this is a long story. I started taking photos of my daughter... you know, on playgrounds etc. And my photos were pretty good. SO one day a friend of my told me – hey, my friends baby is getting baptised, so please, can you take some photos there? She's gonna give you a 50e. And I was like/ OMG/ whole 50e! For something I love to do! So I took that photos for her, and they were pretty good. So I was looking for weddings and christenings in our city, just to get practice... and... thats how this work found me.

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

—Every simple photo can be amazing, when it have emotions. Every photographer has a special personality, thats why all the photos are different, everybody is looking at world with different eye... and we are just printing our souls and feelings of the day to our photos.

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

—One day I left for a destination wedding without my camera bag... I had a lot of things in my mind... But, thanks God, I found it just a few KM away, so I came back and took it, lol

—What do you do in your spare time?

—I love to spend my spare time with my family. We love to cook and eat together, we travel a lot , and we are enjoying every second with them, because they grow up so quickly... :(

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

—" there are no rules, nobody will tell you how your photos should look like, you are creating them, with your eye, with your soul..."

—Is there life after marriage?

—After marriage your life should be better, as it was before. The person, you are supposed to spend your life with, should complete you....

—Who are your heroes?

—My parents... And my husband, because he give me the space for my work, taking care of our beautiful 3kids, when I have to go to work..

—What is special in wedding photography?

—It is a special day for my couples, day that happened ( usually :) ) once in their life. So every moment of their wedding day is special , and we have to capture it. There is no space for mistakes, because it will never happened again

—Are there any trends in wedding photography?

—Of course there are, and they change all the time, so we have to know all the trends, I'm looking for inspiration all the time

—Do you develop friendships easily?

—No, I used to do that, but as Im getting older, Im keeping just a few people in my life, but people who deserve it

—How do you handle criticism?

—Mmmm... Sometimes it hurts, of course, but yes, critism is the best way how to learn and how to became better.

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

—Im always travelling with my hubby, who help me a lot with everything and I can focus just on my wor

—What do you like most about your profession?

—I love photography, its me. It is my life, it is my world. there is nothing I love more or less

—Are you photogenic?

—Of course..... but nobody wants to take a photos of me, Im alwyas the girl behind a camera

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

—I would fall senseless , so I really hope they will first meet someone else.. lol

—What will be the future of wedding photography?

—Oh, this is something really interesting... I would love to know.... but... :D

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—Omg, Johny Depp, of course. ( Please, if he is reading this, call me.. lol )

—Where would you like to live?

—I live in the best place I could ever live.. so... I belong here

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

—Yes, I deeply believe in the traditional roles :*

—Are you fond of travelling?

—of course I'm... Who isn't? :)

—Who or what do you hate?

—snakesssssssssss....

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

—definetelly a comedy

—The best thing in life is:

—Healthy family

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—DOGS