Photographer Adina Dumitrescu

—Are you photogenic?

—Ummm... NO :)

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—Long time a go I did some pictures for a friend. She liked and started recommend me. In quite short time it become a full job.

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

—The people. Their expressions, body language, the overall feeling you have when you look at the photo.

—Do you love traveling?

—Yes.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—Meeting new people. I remained friend with all "my" brides and grooms.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Disrespect. Being a wedding photographer is not an easy job, as many seems to consider.

—What will be the future of photography?

—I'm not sure, but I believe that no matter how advanced the technology will be in the future, this profession will not disappear.

—What is special in the photography genre you specialise at?

—For me, is the unknown. No matter how many weddings I have done (and are over 100 ) in each and every wedding I find something new.

—How do you handle criticism?

—Good. Very good ;)

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Of course. Some I like, some not. I will not say which ones :D

—What should be the criteria for a customer to choose a photographer?

—To like the photographer's photos and style of shooting / editing, and to have a good personal connection.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—... is something not allowed?

—What details that usually pass unnoticed can a photographer notice?

—Mostly, the best light and angle to have a spectacular shoot.

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

—For me, is always about people. I prefer anytime a less perfect technically photo with a strong moment over a perfect one but with less expressivity.

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

—Really don't know.

—Who do you want to shoot?

—Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Hiddleston. Not necessary in this order :D

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—No.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Todd Laffler , Lanny Mann

—What do you worry about, and why?

—I'm not the kind of person to worry much. I solve the problems when (and if) they come.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—Giving birth to my son.

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

—Captain Picard. The ones who loved Star Trek would understand why :)

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—Nobody especially.

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

—Hard to say. For me, success is to be loved for the joy I've created. And I measure in a very selfish way, if I'm happy, I consider I have success.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Liked. If that come with respect too, even better.

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

—Something about clothes, but I prefer not to be very explicit about :D

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

—Whatever is necessary for work and to make a good
appearance . For firs part I don't need to explain, for second ... well, I'm a woman.

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

—No.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—Being the most severe judge of my photos.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Depends of the year :) Of course I had my periods in my photographic evolution, in technique, posing, editing. But I think the most influential at a specific time was Yervant. And Jerry Ghionis. Even my style is different, I learned a lot from them.

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

—How hard a camera can be after several hours of shooting :))

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—I love life.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—How long I like to do it, I don't need a special motivation.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—Neither. They were perfect as they were.

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

—I'm not telling ( ... is not wedding photography related )

—What about life on other planets?

—What about? Of course exist !

—Who are your heroes?

—I don't have heroes, but I have some persons (fictional or not) with who I would be glad to have a coffee and a good conversation.

—Who do you have no respect for?

—Liars.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Spare time? What is that? Just kidding ... I'm spending time with my family, friends, watching a good movie, whatever I feel.

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

—The Dark side of course :)))

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—Never. That keeps me going further, trying new things.

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

—Tricky question. Truth? Depends of my interest.

—Do you make friends easily?

—Yes.

—Where would you like to live?

—Where I live. Nothing keeps me moving if I feel I want to.

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

—Nobody fooled me enough to do it yet :D

—Is there life after marriage?

—Sure. I'm married (with children) for more than 10 years. Still having pulse.

—Do you have a favorite joke? Tell us.

—Cannot, is to dirty.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Both.

—Who or what do you hate?

—I don't hate. Maybe dislike someone ore something, but no hate.

—The best thing in life is:

—To live.

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—To live and don't feel that.

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

—Hell, yes!

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—15 cm higher, 20 kilos in minus, 10 years younger...
Just kidding! (or not? )

—What would you like to change in the world?

—Maybe sounds like cliché, but I want PEACE.

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

—Be patient with yourself, nobody is born already educated.

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

—Long Live and Prosper!

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

—Science-Fiction

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—... some cooking for my family :D