Wedding photographers in Edinburgh

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

—I love catching those candid moments, non staged or posed – kids running around, people interacting, small details which make the wedding story so honest.

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

—Success is when a person loves what you do. And it can be your grandma, your parents or boyfriend, random people on the internet or big crowds. No matter how 'big' these people are, if what you do speaks to others, that is success. Some people just crawl for bigger success and don't realize how successful and gifted they already are or what they're missing on.

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

—As little as possible. And that apply to life as well. After all, what is life than one big travel?
On my travels I realised, that the less you carry, the less you have to care about, the more you can immerse into the everyday experience instead. (For example – one pair of the trousers&one dress makes outfit choices so much easier.)

—What do you like most about your profession?

—I love going to places and meeting new people on one of the most important days in their life. The emotions are almost tangible! Sometimes we meet just briefly in the hurry of the day, but I love to blend with the crowd and be a silent observer of all the beauty and joy around.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Everyone who wants to create something together. I love people contributing and helping with the shoot. Sometimes I wonder that the final image doesn't belong to a photographer at all with all those talented people in the background.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Everything that suits the couple is allowed. As for me, I request to be the only photographer (with my co-shooter) during the ceremony, so wedding guests can be fully present and enjoy the ceremony.

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

—Feelings. I love when my photos help people to recall their precious moments or even people who were absent on the occasion can sense the essence of it. A good photo should speak to them all.

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

—Every single one. This century is more than ever before focused on individuality and with the spread of social media every single person matters and can have a voice.

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

—How connected they feel to the photos and stories he/she shares.

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

—Nothing, because it wouldn't make me the person I am today. I don't really recognize mistakes in my life, it's just life, learning and trying, failing and improving.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—Constantly learning from every picture I take, from pictures taken by others and by simly looking around and observing. Training your eye is the key.

—Do you take nothing but wedding photos?

—I do all kinds of photos. I started with portraiture, love collaborating on fahion pictures, lifestyle, gigs, and plenty others.

—Who do you have no respect for?

—For authorities. We're all human and sometimes school kid can have more wisdom than politician or teacher.

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

—I believe I can show multiple sides of the person, some of them we can truly reveal only to a camera.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—My photographs are far from saying, they're more about feeling. I hope.

—Who are your heroes?

—There might come a row of fantasy characters. Am I too old for that?

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—I would never publish something uncomfortable for the model.

—How do you handle criticism?

—I love to recieve feedback, learn form it and grow!

—What do you worry about, and why?

—Meaning of life and such things, usual stuff.

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

—How extremely important it is to shoot RAW.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—Everytime I set on a journey into unknown.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Sleep, ride my bike or walk in nature.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Cats cats cats cats cats cats cats!

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—Visual fascination.

—Are you fond of travelling?

—I do. A LOT.

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

—Being human.

—The best thing in life is:

—Life.

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

—I love New York street photographers like Joel Meyerowitz, Garry Winogrand, Lee Friedlander. They have such beautiful compositions and humour in their work. I love those fleeting moments of lovely light that they captured. I've also always loved fashion photography and used to collect The Face magazine when I was at school which was filled with great photography by people as diverse as Jean Baptiste Modino to Corinne Day.

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

—It really depends on those getting married. I think a lot of people will want to have unplugged ceremonies as more and more guests bring out their ipads/cameras/phones. I see couples all the time asking how to approach this in a polite way. They all want their guests to be present in the moment and to leave the images to us. As more people do have instant access to cameras I think it makes us wedding photographs think outside the box and opens up more creative solutions. We want to provide something creative that of great quality, that won't date badly and that has a filmic beauty.

—Do you shoot wedding photos only?

—No, I take some event jobs and very occasionally I shoot portraits and products. For events I mainly work with a children's charity shooting their events and training, it's always great fun. I love shooting editorial bridal shoots whenever I get a chance, its lovely to work with a little creative team and to get a chance to try out new techniques or equipment.

—How do you deal with criticism?

—I try to learn from any criticism and to move forward. Wedding photographers record the love between families and friends and we have to be sure we are doing a great job for these people. Sometimes that means saying no, not taking on too much, not spreading ourselves too thin. I always mean the best for people and hope that they can see that.

—Do you look good in pictures?

—Nooooooooh! I often work with couples who hate being photographed. I think our pre-wedding/engagement/practis e shoots really help to minimise the cringe factor on the big day for those who hate being in front of the camera as much as I do. I have a terrible face that I can't help but pull any time there's a lens pointing towards me!!

—Do you like travelling?

—I love to be in different places. I enjoy driving through the countryside. I like to feel the sun on my skin. Airports I don't love so much but I really do love to have travelled to somewhere else and to wake up in a new place.

—Where would you prefer to live?

—I love where I live now but I also would like a little more sun. I love living by the water and walking along the beach. I also crave visits to New York city every couple of years.

—How do you improve your photography skills?

—Practise, by visiting galleries, I buy way too many photography books and magazines like Love, Pop, Wonderland, Another. I'm also obsessed with Pinterest.

—What would you alter in yourself if possible?

—I'd like to get round to making time for exercise so I feel a bit stronger. Carrying all that photo gear around can take it out of you!

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

—I studied photography for 3 years and assisted fashion, portrait and wedding photographers while studying. I love working on weddings, everyone is so happy and full of love, it's a pretty positive office to work out of! I started out photographing friends/friends of friends weddings for people with similar tastes to me and word of mouth spread. I haven't looked back since!

—Are there tendencies in wedding photography?

—Lots! There are many changing trends. I try not to become too involved in trends as I worry that couples will look back and think their wedding photographs haven't aged well. Some current trends look amazing however but they become cliched very quickly as more and more photographers emulate the same style/compositions/poses etc. I strive to create something timeless.

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

—Finding time to be creative, to make clients happy and to still eat well and have time to dance around with my boys.

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

—Assist established wedding photographers. You can be an amazing photographer and really rubbish at weddings! You need to learn the rhythms of the day and how to trouble shoot in the moment and you can only do these things by shooting.

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

—Light. Interesting composition, tones, subject etc etc are all a plus, really it all comes down to light.

—What makes wedding photography different from other photography genres?

—Everything! We have to value those little moments, they are a big part of our clients' lives. After the wedding day it's only the rings and photographs that the couple still see and have to keep safe.

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

—Less scrupulous suppliers taking advantage of potential clients.

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

—That they really get on with their photographers, that they love their photography style and will be comfortable being their subject.

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

—Bill Murray. Wes Anderson. Keith Richards. F Scott Fitzgerald.

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

—I get to be creative and to work with lovely people.

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

—Don't eat the yellow snow.

—What would you prefer to change in the world?

—Inequality.