Photographers in Durban: wedding photography portfolios

—The secret we all want to reveal – who is the best wedding photographer in Durban?

—Jacqui Bruniquel

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

—Experience and do they fit your style? Is that how you want to see yourself in photos?

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

—My wife started wedding photography and one day I sat at a coffee shop and waited til she finished, which was 9 hours! I said never again and decided to get involved.

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

—When my camera's shutter breaks or any equipment breaks on site. If that happens then your heart is in your throat. @#$%^^ What now?!

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

—I like to tell the story of the couple and try and bring out or portray their personalities.

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

—Been able to work for yourself, provide for your family and go on holidays.

—What are your plans for tomorrow?

—Wake Up, Send kids to school, make coffee and do some blogging....

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

—When I get accepted for awards and get to feature on blogs.

—Can you specify whom would you love to shoot?

—I would love to shoot Miss South Africa or Miss Universe

—What makes wedding photography different from other photography genres?

—We shoot a culture of love. It is all about love and focused on family, friends and the couple themselves.

—What makes you continue shooting?

—The satisfaction of getting praises from my clients.

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

—Shoot shoot and shoot some more. Practice makes perfect. Not your expensive camera!

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

—Emotion. Moments. Look for moments even when you get bored.

—How do you deal with criticism?

—Bad!. I have a salty time mulling over my mistakes.

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

—I imagine it would be holograms or virtual reality.

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

—Start photography earlier. Got more degrees in it.

—How do you improve your photography skills?

—Learn from other photographers and watch youtube.

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

—Respected. Don't care what people think of me.

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

—Having a client say she is disappointed in me.

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

—Jacqui Bruniquel's work. She is very creative!

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

—My guitar. Helps ease my mind when stressed.

—What would you prefer to change in the world?

—I would change people hating each other

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

—Learn the business side of photography

—What is absolutely unacceptable when taking photos?

—Direct Flash. Softer lighting is key.

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

—My singing abilities and my mistakes.

—Are there tendencies in wedding photography?

—Plenty. Just depends on the client

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

—My tripod. Never really needed it.

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

—Lots but don't want to shame them.

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

—Texture, the subject and location

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

—Designing albums and tax returns

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

—Any person who speaks the truth.

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

—I am not a funny man. Very dry

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

—The day I saw my son's birth.

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

—Noooooo...... Maybe asparagus

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

—Moments, location and light.

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

—Travel and working outdoors

—Life is great thanks to:

—My wife and 2 sons and God.

—Who would you choose to try taking photos with?

—Ed Peers or Brett Florens

—Do you shoot wedding photos only?

—Lifestyle and maternity.

—What would you prefer to change around you?

—Crime and the economy

—What would you alter in yourself if possible?

—Be a great listener

—Is there life in the Universe?

—Absolutely! God.

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

—Gabe McClintoch

—How do you spend your leisure time?

—On the guitar

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

—Work for free

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

—Mickey Mouse

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

—ET Go Home!

—Where would you prefer to live?

—Australia

—The most troubling thing in life is:

—Politics

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

—Not yet

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

—My wife

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

—Drama

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

—More

—Cats or dogs?

—Both

—Do you like travelling?

—Yes

—Do you believe in the traditional gender roles?

—Yes

—Is it easy for you to make friends?

—Yes

—Do you believe in life after wedding?

—Yes

—Do you look good in pictures?

—No