Wedding photographers in Ibiza

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

—The best, the worst...is all kind of difficult to define. I would say that still to come to Ibiza a great documentary photographer.

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

—First of all: check the work. Compare photographer. If they like what they see, meet him (online or in person). Talk, share their thoughts about the wedding. Ask him every question. The last thing should be the price. You are buying memories for a lifetime...almost priceless.

—What is special in wedding photography?

—Emotions. And also is a mix of so many different photo fields: photojournalism, portrait, food photography, architecture... So you need to be a polyvalent photographer.

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

—Personal happiness. But also, my pictures. Only checking my past work and my worst pics I can considerate my present work and the one to come. Success should be a personal, intimate, thing.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—I get to know people from all over the world thanks to my camera. And It feels so good to be paid for taking pictures (an absolute pleasure to me).

—Are you fond of travelling?

—I love traveling. I have been in Japan, USA, Indonesia, France, UK, Italy...etc. Ibiza winters are quiet so is a perfect time to travel.

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

—There is a sentence I heard and I loved it. Every portrait is a portrait of a (future) corpse. Photographies are a shape of eternity.

—How do you handle criticism?

—How would you handle it? Best photographer in town, I don't accept ant critics, but only the ones that refer to the way I dress.

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

—Well...Depends, the term "common people" is so generic. But I like to think that my eye and my mind are trained every day to spot the moments between moments, anticipate situations and emotions...And that makes, with a lot of work, a good storyteller.

—Do you have a favourite joke? Tell us.

—That test is the best joke I have ever wish. I hope you still publish me after this comment... I'm Just Kidding

—Are there any trends in wedding photography?

—Yes, and If you go to Instagram you would say a tone of pictures edited with the same preset... But trends will go away...we need to look for the essence of photos...

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—Seeing births...seeing death. Nothing overcomes that...Ah wait...this interview is getting to intensive...

—How did you get into wedding photography?

—I started in 2008 with my brother. He had been in the business for a few years by then and I felt that It was my passion by then (and still being).

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

—Light, composition, moment. And if It has a double lecture or a funny, suppressive one: Boom! You got it.

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

—Shoot a lot. Learn from some other fellow photographers. Be modest and be honest, work hard and results will come.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—I watch films, I look for interesting photography works. Mainly, I try to look with a critical eye.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—People how are willing to follow their dreams and work hard for them with discipline.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Spending time in the promotion, making contracts, replying emails...the office part.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Nothing...You have to feel the picture. Be considerate of the persons...that is all.

—Do you develop friendships easily?

—I like to believe that I do. But, in fact, I'm pretty shy so It takes some time.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—I walk my dog, cook, watch movies and read. Also, I love the water and the sea.

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

—Once I drop an SD card in the water...by the end of the story all was fine...

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—Bad/ Cold coffee in the morning... In a superficial point of view, of course.

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—I would love to be more open...Not caring about what anyone would say...

—Are you photogenic?

—There is a reason to be behind the camera and not in front of it... :-)

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Dogs, a dog person. Love my dog, her kindness, intelligence, and love.

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

—Walter Rothwell, Robert Cappa, Fer Juaristi, Mccurry and a long list.

—What will be the future of wedding photography?

—Robots getting married with robots and photographed by robots :-P

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

—Sometimes is too much stuff to carry. But I'm happy with my gear.

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

—Egos...We, the photographers, just love ourselves soo much... :-)

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—I just want to enjoy and make my clients happy at the same time.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—the best I can with the people I know and the world I live in.

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

—How important is to think about who you look at things.

—Where would you like to live?

—Japan would be awesome. Somewhere in the countryside.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—To get better day after day. Be able to surprise me.

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

—Definitely, I don't. Roles are a way of domination.

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—I don't think so...I mean: what was the question?

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

—My personal one? I try to keep it professional.

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

—As I said before: light, composition, moment.

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

—I would have traveled more when I was at Uni.

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

—A lot of things. I was young...but I learned.

—Do you take nothing but wedding photos?

—I do take a lot of photos of other things...

—Who or what do you hate?

—I don't hate...Hating is a loose of time.

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

—Some Chinese girl that is still to come.

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—Of That Chinese girl, I mentioned above.

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

—I would be Obelix...such a happy guy.

—Who do you have no respect for?

—Cruelty, disrespect, lack of empathy

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

—Western, I have always loved them.

—What about life on other planets?

—I believe there is, it should be.

—Is there life after marriage?

—No, just Kids, routine and Tv ;-)

—The best thing in life is:

—Spending time doing what you love

—What would you like to alter in the world?

—Everything? Or a lot of things...

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

—Take me to your planet, please.

—What do you worry about, and why?

—Dead, pain... common worries.

—Who are your heroes?

—I don't believe in heroes.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—Less...More...not sure.

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

—My camera, always.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—So many...

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Respected.

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—Never.

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

—Masha Kart :)

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

—Personal connection is the most important. Of course, they have to love the style!

—How did you get into wedding photography?

—From being a model- to become a photographer. I met amazing photographers, I posed for them, we did cool projects together- and one day boom, from being an artist/painter/designer I decided that photography will be my new medium, my new self-expression, my new love :)

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—I am used to hands with the iPhones- that is kind of cool. Drunk people who break your cameras, or spill champagne on your new DSLR.

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

—Sunlight is very important. Beautiful people in front of the camera. Fantastic location- like we have it here in Ibiza :)

—Who do you have no respect for?

—Too many on the list, some (most) politicians, people who don't like animals, intolerant people...

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—Stupidity and ignorance. Also, they fly to Mars- but people are dying of hunger in some places.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—Travel :)) Self-expression. Art. Connecting with fabulous people around the world.

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—Supermodels like Natalia Vodianova and Hollywood stars. Sorry, I am predictable.

—Are there any trends in wedding photography?

—Right now there are 2 main trends- Fine Art is still super strong, creative photojournalism is getting stronger :)

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

—I notice if the bride and groom are still in love. Or just pretend.

—What would you like to alter in the world?

—Pretty much everything. Art & Music are some of the things I would leave.

—Are you fond of travelling?

—I lived a vagabond lifestyle for over 12 years, I am a travel-addict...

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

—When people tell me on the street: ah, you are THE Masha Kart!!!!!!

—Are you photogenic?

—I am very photogenic. I used to work as a model for over 10 years)

—What do you worry about, and why?

—I worry that one day I miss a wedding/photoshoot. Nightmare!

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—I watch other people work, Creative Live is also amazing.

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

—Tom Sawyer. Because of his adventures free spirit.

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

—Analog film camera- will be my next big purchase.

—Do you take nothing but wedding photos?

—I shoot portraits, fashion, maternity, lifestyle.

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

—I would give a free education for all mankind.

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

—My camera bag! Always! Everywhere! Of course!

—Who or what do you hate?

—Really a lot of people and things. And Nazis.

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

—Take me with you, please. Me and my family.

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

—An amazing person in front of the camera.

—What is special in wedding photography?

—Amazing new places and wonderful people!

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

—How to use the daylight in a better way.

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

—Don't give up! Start to shoot for free!

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—With some great street photographers.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Back pain. I am still too young!!!!

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

—Getting married. Just kidding!!!!!!

—Do you have a favourite joke? Tell us.

—I am a terrible joke teller, sorry.

—What about life on other planets?

—Is the life on Mars? I don't know.

—Who are your heroes?

—David Bowie and Leonardo da Vinci.

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—I never get drunk while working.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—The first day surfing in Bali!

—Where would you like to live?

—Ibiza is my home, is my dream.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—The mystery of a human being.

—The best thing in life is:

—Sex, drugs & Rock'n'Roll

—What will be the future of wedding photography?

—It will be edgier. Artsier.

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—I want to be forever young.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—I want to show the beauty.

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

—Very dark and decadent.

—How do you handle criticism?

—I am fine with that.

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

—I never had any :)

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Travel and read.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—Street artists.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Dogs and cats.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—Weightlifting!

—Is there life after marriage?

—I love it!!!!

—Do you develop friendships easily?

—Not anymore.

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

—Absolutely.

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

—Nick Night.

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

—Yes. Sorry.

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

—Arthouse.

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

—Nothing!

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

—Banksy.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Liked.

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—Never.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—Less.