Wedding photographers in Indonesia

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

—Its a very big decision to make.
I would say that they have to pick their dream photographer that is fit their budget or if its way out of their budget, they should try harder to make the budget fitPhotographer is top 3 vendors in a wedding that a couple have to make priority offIts once a lifetime memories, would you really pick someone randomly for it? I won't for sure.

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

—I was struggling finding the "industry" of photography that I wanted to focus on. Started shooting a lot of stuff from fashion, commercial, etc.First time I've ever shot a wedding was my friend's wedding and got into wedding photography after that moment on.

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

—Wedding organizer or families of the bride and groom who stop all the moments that going on in a wedding.Living in Indonesia, there are a lot of "setup" moments by those people, and I hate it. They set it up to look all good and everything, which is not necessary at all.
A wedding should go and looks as is in my honest opinion.

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

—Success
Many people define it in how much money that he/she makes in a year or how many bookings that they made in a year.For me, success is when a lot of people appreciate my works.
They choose me as their photographer because they can't think of someone else to take their wedding photos. It has to be me

—How do you improve your photography skills?

—Ask for criticsm from someone that I think is capable of
Looking at other people's works and see what they do right and wrong.
Not copycating their work for sure.

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

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A wedding is always a happy moments for a lot of people, and I get to be part of those moments in every job. Makes me a stay young!

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

—My father.
He inspires me in many things. Can not describe it in words

—How do you spend your leisure time?

—I love to collect stuff (Sneakers, Toys, and starbucks mugs)

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

—Be yourself
Brand yourself to the world

—How do you deal with criticism?

—I love criticism, it makes me a better photographer.

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

—Composition – Lighting – and of course Moments!

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

—My IDs are the most the important ones LOL

—What would you alter in yourself if possible?

—My shopping habit, yes I shop a lot!

—Do you like traveling?

—I love traveling 1000%

—Do you make friends with ease?

—I would say yes i do

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

—Respected for sure

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

—Not being on time

—The most troubling thing in life is:

—Lazy people

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

—Batman!

—Cats or dogs?

—Dogs!

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

—None

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

—Andri Azmo , the owner of Le Motion Photography , Misbahul Munir Poetrafoto , All of The Uppermost Photographers.

—How did you get into wedding photography?

—first time i try DSLR camera when i was 17 years old, my teacher camera in my school.
then when i was 18 years old in my campus i joint News Photography about my campus activity (PERS) . there i learn much about photography.
in 19 years old my father bought me my first DSLR camera Canon 60D. i learn more much about DSLR be my new Hobby .
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when 20 years old i start promoting about my photography sklill to my friends and family then start promoting my small business in internet.
and when i was 20 years old i start be a wedding photographer until now 23 years old (2015) :)

—Are you photogenic?

—yes . . im photogenic , i love photography for work, hoby, traveler, photo about my self too, and for everything.

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—i have SOP ( standart operational procedure ) about standart minimum for be a wedding photographer .

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

—Nikon 4DS camera . . . that is great camera , but the price is fucking expensive .

—The best thing in life is:

—my family, my friend, my girlfriend , and next : my wife and my son

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

—Iron Man , , , because he can do anything , smart, strong, rich .

—Do you take nothing but wedding photos?

—no , i do photographed event too , and photo booth for souvenir.

—What is special in wedding photography?

—when i get good image, get good testimony from my satisfied client, and get much honor from wedding photography

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

—i will scary, never say anything, and go as near as possible .

—Are there any trends in wedding photography?

—now in 2015, the trend is dramatically photo and multiple exposure (with post production or photoshop)

—What do you worry about, and why?

—i worry if i late coming , late taking good moment . . .

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

—understand your gear, your lens, and your client . . and do marketing

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—try to shoot again and again until i and my client satisfied

—What do you like least about your profession?

—i love meet new friends, new client, and new experience :)

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—all of my beloved client, my family , my special friends.

—What will be the future of wedding photography?

—i think wedding photography in future will be mysterious

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

—i hate racist person , wish in future we love each other

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

—success is happy in world and in heaven . Aamiiinn .

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

—Experience, lens, and communication with client :)

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—my parents , why ? i cant describe with words .

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—when my client satisfied and i get nice photo

—What do you like most about your profession?

—of course, i love what i do and never regret

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

—i wish my client good communication with us

—Who or what do you hate?

—i hate when i cant manage my time and money

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

—price, photographer experience, and service

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—i will change my self be better than before

—What would you like to alter in the world?

—i wish i could to change the world problem

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—i will go to mecca and do pray before i die

—Are you fond of traveling?

—of course, really love traveling much.

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

—when i miss communication with my team

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

—moment , expression , mood of client

—What do you do in your spare time?

—conversation with family and friend

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—when people not appreciate what i do

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

—will taking nature with my friends

—How do you handle criticism?

—yes, i do the best what i can

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—doing the best for our work

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

—my work behind the scene .

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

—usually yes, and usually no

—Do you develop friendships easily?

—usually yes, and usually no

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

—naturally candid moment

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—cant describe with words

—What about life on other planets?

—maybe better , maybe not

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—with my beloved team

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

—maybe yes , maybe no

—Do you have a favorite joke? Tell us.

—mmmm, i don t know

—Where would you like to live?

—i like be my self

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Late comming.

—Who do you have no respect for?

—i don t know

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—respected

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

—of course

—Who are your heroes?

—my family

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—passion

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

—natural

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

—maybe

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

—maybe

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—cats

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—no