Photographers in Tauranga: wedding photography portfolios

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

—Make sure you love every photo in their portfolio and also try and chose someone you'd like to hang out with for the day.

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

—A good friend asked me to shoot his wedding, and it was in Rarotonga so how could I say no, ha ha.

—Do you like travelling?

—Sure do, I even like airline food. During the NZ winter (May-Sept) I spend my time in South East Asia, shooting weddings and generally having fun in the sun.

—Cats or dogs?

—I love both, but just not at the same time. I just adopted a giant cat called "Big Boi" so right now I'm I'll go with cats.

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

—Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8Amazing lens but it's so heavy I don't ever take it anywhere.

—Do you look good in pictures?

—Hmm not sure? I think I probably look the same in photos as I do in real life?

—How do you deal with criticism?

—I love criticism. That's the fastest way to becoming a better photographer.

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

—I get to hang out with fun folks on one of the best days of their lives.

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

—My water housing, as travel for me is all about exploring new oceans.

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

—I hate the beach ball symbol on my iMac. Damn you wheel of doom!

—Are there tendencies in wedding photography?

—Sure are. Mountains are pretty hip here in NZ, especially Roy's Peak.

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

—Ask to tag along with a wedding photographer you admire.

—What makes wedding photography different from other photography genres?

—Moments of fun & pure love between a couple

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

—Genuine moments in an interesting setting with nice light.

—Where would you prefer to live?

—Mount Maunganui, New Zealand. That's why I live there!

—Do you shoot wedding photos only?

—No, I also shoot surfing and adventure photos.

—Is it easy for you to make friends?

—Sure, everyone could do with more friends!

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

—Sorry, we already ruined this planet.

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

—How aperture effects depth of field.

—How do you spend your leisure time?

—Go surfing and jump off waterfalls.

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

—Not enough Saturdays in summer

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

—By being proud of your work.

—What are your plans for tomorrow?

—The lawns (or the day after)

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

—Buy stocks in Apple.

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

—Selfie sticks?

—Do you believe in the traditional gender roles?

—No.