Wedding photographers in Romania

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

—I didn`t start by following others. I usually hated wedding photography so much, until I thought that I can do so much better then most of the other wedding photographers. Then I found out there are others just like me out there. (D`uh)

—How did you get into wedding photography?

—I've always been involved in arts. I started with drawing, then continued with painting and digital painting. I then joined the Architecture School of Bucharest and graduated. I've worked as an architect but my passion for photography grew more and more and I decided to quit my full-time job 1 year and a half ago and to follow my dream. I struggled a lot at first. I was the rookie, the beginner but I`ve always knew I had the tools to become one of the best. One year later, here I am. And I still believe this is just the beginning of a great journey.

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

—I think that light is the key of every photograph. But I truly believe that nowadays a good photograph must have both the perfect light and the perfect composition. But most of all, and the rarest thing in wedding photography, it needs a one of a kind elegance in the way it`s made.

—Are you fond of travelling?

—I absolutely love traveling. If there would be someone to always pack my things and carry them ! :)
Ok, just kidding. That is basically my dream as a photographer. Exploring new places and just illustrating all that beauty into my pictures.

—Are you photogenic?

—I don`t think I am a photogenic person. I usually don`t like people taking pictures of me. I prefer to take pictures of others. In such a beautiful world, someone has to be ugly, right ? haha

—What do you like least about your profession?

—It offers a lot of personal satisfaction. This privilege of making people happy can`t be offered by just any kind of job. And I am blessed to be able to do that.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—There are quite a few people around Mywed that I`d like to shoot with. But let`s not show my groupie side here, alright ?

—How do you handle criticism?

—Coming from a school of architecture, I`ve faced criticism every single day. So, do you think I`m prepared ? :)

—Are there any trends in wedding photography?

—Yes, I believe there are trends in wedding photography. It`s good to follow them partially but also keep yourself on your own track and style for the most of what you do. I prefer clean and timeless (trendless) editing for my photography. Trends come and go, and it can come back at you after some years, and kick you right in the balls.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—I like the simple fact that I can offer happiness, pleasure for the eyes and for the soul.

—What is special in wedding photography?

—Wedding photography is special because you can be a little wizard, capturing emotions that last forever. It`s also special because you don`t eat for 12 hours and it`s some kind of marathon where you can lose 4 pounds in a single day. haha

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

—There`s a trash bag near my office that needs to be changed ! ok. kidding.

—What will be the future of wedding photography?

—I believe that the difference will consist in the artistic status of wedding photography. Great image quality will be available on any affordable device, but there will never be a device capable of producing art.

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—Going to some amazing location and not taking my camera with me.

—The best thing in life is:

—Going to some amazing location and taking beautiful pictures.

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

—Success at the highest point of it is being happy.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Not paying attention to the photographer. haha

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

—Creativity first. Image quality second.

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

—That I should`ve started earlier. haha

—Do you take nothing but wedding photos?

—I do. There`s no time for selfies.

—What do you worry about, and why?

—I worry about not being the best.

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

—Don't try to cheat and to burn certain steps in your education as a photographer. Take photography courses, learn the basics, the technique very well, then you can go to the next level.

—How did you get into wedding photography?

—After working for some time in fashion photography and in the studio, the step to wedding photography was very natural. I've always enjoyed working with people, and being together with them on a special day gives what I need for capturing great shots.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—I am inspired by many people I meet every day, from my students to my friends. I don't think you have to look for inspiration only from one or two people whom you consider to be the best in their domain, but rather find inspiration everywhere around you

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

—Light, composition, but especially feeling. A good photo has to make you laugh, to make you cry, to make you shiver, even hate it...but it can not leave you without reaction.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—There are still so many things that I can show, as I said , there are a million reasons to enjoy life and you can never say that you've captured them all in your photos.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—That life is beautiful, that you can find beauty everywhere around you. There are a million reasons to enjoy life and photography can show at least a part of these.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—You meet great people, you learn many things from them, you can watch them smile or cry when you show them the photos you've made.

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

—I almost broke my neck during a shooting on a cliff. A mistake bigger than that would be to actually brake it.

—Who or what do you hate?

—I dislike many things, but I don't think I actually hate something or someone. Hate is a strong word ....

—What will be the future of wedding photography?

—A bright one. The competition is going to be even higher, and competition means progress. In order to stay ahead, you have to constantly learn and reinvent yourself.

—Do you take nothing but wedding photos?

—No, I have a photo studio, a photography school, I do mainly portraits, fashion and commercial work.

—Are there any trends in wedding photography?

—Unfortunately, there is a tendency towards landscape photography, where the bride and groom have a secondary role. Wedding means emotion, from my point of view...

—What is special in wedding photography?

—The unique nature of the moment. A mixture of happiness, stress, laughing and tears.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—I am very critical with everything I do, I constantly learn and I try to be better than yesterday.

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

—Success is doing something you love and the people around you can see that.

—How do you handle criticism?

—Very well. If it's well argummented, you can learn o lot from criticism.

—Where would you like to live?

—In Romania. Guess what, I am already living here :))

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—Vladimir Putin, Sting, and a few other people.

—Is there life after marriage?

—Yes, but not as good as it was before :))

—Who do you have no respect for?

—The people who think they know evething.

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

—Come on, we are in the 21-st century...

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

—Roberto Valenzuela and Jerry Ghionis.

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

—Cameras, books and sunglasses.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Rankin, Ghionis, Valenzuela.

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

—The MAN behind the camera.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—The price of cameras :)))

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

—Can I take your picture?

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—The birth of my son.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—everything I want...

—The best thing in life is:

—Life itself.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Respected.

—Are you fond of travelling?

—yesss!

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—Never.

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

—Drama.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Dogs.

—Do you develop friendships easily?

—yes