Wedding photographers in United States

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

—René Magritte and Salvador Dalí but unfortunately their never shoot weddings

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

—video + frame from the video if you want a photography

—Is there life in the Universe?

—hard to find a good life on this planet, i don't know what to say about other

—What is absolutely unacceptable when taking photos?

—if somebody will ask – What things are totally not allowed when shooting?

—How do you improve your photography skills?

—i try to shoot something everyday with a different angle lenses

—What are your plans for tomorrow?

—learn something new about photography and people behavior

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

—i do what i'm like (sometime people pay me for that)

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

—planet is good but something wrong with population

—What makes wedding photography different from other photography genres?

—i can shoot anybody and nobody will complain about it

—What makes you continue shooting?

—passion and money (you can erase passion) :))

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

—think again and maybe you will choose another job

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

—i hate : sugar and salt but i eat it everyday

—What would you prefer to change around you?

—less time to sleep but i can't change it

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

—i must shoot anybody who want to pay me

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

—The first hundred years are the hardest

—Do you believe in the superstition that a photo replicates the soul of the pictured person?

—i show my vision of the wedding day

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

—my age ,because i can't control it

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

—never forget flash cards at home

—Do you believe in the traditional gender roles?

—i hate the word – traditional

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

—copy somebodys style and poses

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

—every wedding is different

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

—for me – my small daughter

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

—i'm still do it right now

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

—how dark inside the venue

—The most troubling thing in life is:

—spend time with a family

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

—comedy (like all my life)

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

—Shrek , i don't know why

—Life is great thanks to:

—spend time with a family

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

—people love each other

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

—when i have a lunch :)

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

—good mood and money

—What would you prefer to change in the world?

—myself in this world

—Who would you choose to try taking photos with?

—with my daughter

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

—meet with my wife

—Cats or dogs?

—yes , i like both

—Are there tendencies in wedding photography?

—lens distortion

—Where would you prefer to live?

—in a childhood

—Do you believe in life after wedding?

—of course not

—What would you alter in yourself if possible?

—vision of life

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

—accidentally

—Can you specify whom would you love to shoot?

—my next bride

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

—last wedding

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

—my daughters

—Do you look good in pictures?

—sometimes

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

—feelings

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

—never

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

—mood

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

—more

—How do you deal with criticism?

—:))

—Do you shoot wedding photos only?

—yes

—Do you like travelling?

—no

—Do you make friends with ease?

—no

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

—There are a lot of amazing photographers and I can't tell who is the best.

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

—Honestly take your time and learn basics of photography. Learn your camera and challenge yourself to photograph just with one lease. Have your camera with you all the time ( not your phone ) and if you need it find a good teacher.

—How did you get into wedding photography?

—One of my roommates many years ago showed me some images from "Flash" Festival in Germany. True those images I felt that I'm there. That day I felt in love in to photography. After many years of discovering what I like to photograph I find out that I love to see people in my images + documentary photography another passion of mine. Then I combined these two little things and there you go.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—Tons of editing later at the day, will help my friend to set up her new hard drive storage then I have two client meetings, later exhibition, and concert for the end of the night.

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

—I'm traveling 2-3-4 times per month. Most of the time I have my camera with me, my go pro, drone, 360 camera. For my next trip it will be just my Nikon D850.

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

—I wish to get knowledge long time ago that I need to buy one camera and two lenses and master it for instead of buying stuff and putting them to the selfs.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—With Nikon Cameras! My photography style is story telling photojournalism. For that I need super fast focus speed and Nikon is just nailing it!

—Are you fond of travelling?

—I think that you can find this answer by watching this little video about me: vimeo.com/133199850

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—Most of the times books are the best educators. Good mentors is worth every single dollar you spend as well!

—What will be the future of wedding photography?

—I believe that sooner or later Photojournalism will back and people will start to value real moments more than pretty image of mountain and them somewhere far far away :))

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

—Most important that couple really enjoy photographers work and both sides will be very happy.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—While I was at Giraffe Manor taking pictures of couple after I have whole evening to play with Giraffes!

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Respect is most important factor in our life which is the biggest value of which we need to value.

—How do you handle criticism?

—Once you start to do anything in your life it's hard to take it, once you grow you learn from it.

—Do you take nothing but wedding photos?

—I take photos everyday of everything. Also starting to do more personal documentary work soon.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—As always. Do not rush to be the best today, and you'll be the best tomorrow.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Doing research, hiking, meeting friends, trying to get more active.

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

—Forgot to bring my SD cards at the Engagement Session :)

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

—To read more books about basics of photography.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—People and ability to document their life.

—Are you photogenic?

—All of us are photogenic. Me too! :)

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

—Composition + Light + Action = OSOM!

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Your cell phone should stay at home.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—Music, Architecture, People, Books.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—To learn more about photography.

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

—A looot of hard work!

—What is special in wedding photography?

—A lot of Happiness.

—What about life on other planets?

—Yup. I'm believer.

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

—Strong Emotion.

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

—Small details.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—I'm dog lover.

—Where would you like to live?

—In Lithuania.

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

—Scott Kelby

—The best thing in life is:

—Beautiful.

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

—Nothing.

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—Not yet.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Emails.

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—People.

—Do you develop friendships easily?

—Yes :)

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

—Wacup!

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

—Si-Fi

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

—No.

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—No.