Wedding photographers in New York

—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.