Photographer Amanda Gril

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

—There are different photographers for different tastes, therefore every couple can choose between different styles of photography.

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—First I was attracted to portraits, because I love people. Then, they asked me if I can do the wedding, and I did it. Since then, it became my full passion to document the weddings – all the joy, happy tears, all the emotions – everything in one place!

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

—A lot of things – from light, composition, editing to emotions...

—Do you love traveling?

—I love travelling!

—What do you like most about your profession?

—The whole process, from the first contact from the couple, discovering their story, through the wedding day, seeing all the joy and happiness, to the end, selecting and editing the photos.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Sometimes there might be moments of some discomfort in the process (like working on a really really hot day), but I always adjust, because I love my job much.

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

—I think it's more whole; one needs to know specifics of different style of the photography – fashion, food, landscape, documentary, night-long exposure photography ...

—How do you handle criticism?

—Constructive criticism – I accept it with both hands. That's how I grow.

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

—Style of the photographer, of course and definitely the vibe they get from him/her. After all, the personality of the photographer defines his/her photos and they should resonates with the couple's perception of it.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Not putting a smiley face during photoshoot . ;)

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Man Ray!

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

—Dorothy from Wizard of Oz! :)I like the journey she went through.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—Every person I meet and intrigues my mind & soul.

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

—To go every day to sleep content with the day – with piece of a mind in your heart, knowing you have given the best of yourself to yourself and to the world.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Respected.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—Every day, with learning by doing, watching tutorials and a few times per year, going to a different workshops.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—Passion for people, passion for Life!

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—They were perfect as they were. :)

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

—I would talk more with my mom.

—What about life on other planets?

—Hope so! :)

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Cooking for friends, reading, doing sports, and sometimes indulging in idle pleasures, like watching the clouds, observing my cats playing, listening to the birds singing...

—Do you make friends easily?

—Yes. :)

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Both.

—The best thing in life is:

—... for every new day to give us 24 hours of immense possibilities.
And food. :)

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—Mosquitos.

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

—Yes, environmental issues.

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—...to be more a morning person! :)

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

—Shoot. Shoot. And then again, shoot. It will pay off. :)

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

—Comedy! :)

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—Editing wedding photos!