Photographer Antony Trivet

—Are you photogenic?

—Oh,yes...actually selfie addict

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—I started taking pictures artistically in 2010 after high school at the Mwelu Foundation, shooting for free while I decided if I wanted to turn into a professional photographer. I started to build my professional portfolio when I joined Photo-Magic Studio in 2014 and take on clients.

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

—Every image needs a basic structure. Without an underlying structure, it is just another boring photo.Every image needs strong underlying com-positional order so that it grabs the eye from a hundred feet away.If it can't grab the eye from a distance, it will never be an interesting photo, regardless of how many fine details it might have. Details don't matter if there's no story behind it.

—Do you love traveling?

—Yes,a lot.
Actually this was one of my fisrt interest before joining photography,maybe I could be in Photojournalist industry

—What do you like most about your profession?

—Meeting new people everyday.This has enabled me to create a good network with people from different races.My time also,is so flexible.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Time consuming--especially when you are up-to something and at the end of the day you want to capture something new from the ordinary.

—What will be the future of photography?

—I think photos will trump video even in the future. There will always be the need for photographer and part of the skills of shooting wedding will never be replaced by technology no matter how much it improves. And it takes more than just a good camera to make good pictures so photographers will still exist.

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

—It’s an amazing day to get to photograph, and being invited into such an important part of your clients’ lives is a great honor!
But, like any profession, there are pros and cons involved. It’s a difficult job, and not everyone is cut out for it.

—How do you handle criticism?

—I decide whether the criticism is valid or not.
Criticism isn't necessarily a synonym for the cold hard truth. When you come up against a less-than-rave review about your work, judge it on its own merits.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Creating a wedding hashtag for guests to use to upload photos to Instagram and Twitter can help you experience your wedding through their eyes

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

—List down some potential photographers, go through their portfolios and select the one in which the pictures reveal emotions more than the lavishness of a wedding. because you marry only once. it's important to capture the emotions bang on there and then and preserve the memories for generations to come :)

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Am yet to find one.Maybe we can talk about carrying your heavy back while shooting?

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

—Lighting
composition
Tools--especially how the wedding is decorated.
The list is endless

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

—The key thing is light and composition.The persons character and emotions can come in place.

—Who do you want to shoot?

—A couple whom we can create our own ideas from scratch not necessarily from the pinterest.
By creating a rapport we are able to achieve more.

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—Not,really. we are in modern world.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Sal Cincotta

—What do you worry about, and why?

—Being sad.
I love enjoying every life moments. keep smiling.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—When my mum had decided to be my wedding assistant.

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

—Mouse.
I love sharing ideas.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—Bible.
Every time I read this book,I find it being new hence my source of inspirational.

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

—Being happy.
The way I am able to mingle with different people from different races and feel at home.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Liked

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

—Going to shoot Bridal shower indoors-(small room) and back in my bag had only 50mm F1.2 -forgot my 17-40mm f4 at home on table. Too sad.

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

—Camera,Magazines and Books.
Photography chose me and I love reading.

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

—Yes.
Canon lens 50mm f1.8

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—I read a lot of Photography books and go through wedding Magazines to see whats new. YouTube and google is my close friend.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Sal Cincotta and Emmanuel Jambo

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

—How to relate with people.
You can change from being introvert to extrovert in wedding industry.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—To express how I feel about the world.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—I want to better my skills,am an upcoming photographer and still learning.Learning is endless.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—Less strict.

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

—Learn more about photography business.

—What about life on other planets?

—NASA will educate more about that.

—Who are your heroes?

—My Mother,Ben Carson and Stepehn Mwangi Nderitu of Photomagic Studio

—Who do you have no respect for?

—Politicians

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Having good time with my family,Travelling,Playing football and reading short stories.

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

—I am an introvert. I love secluded areas.

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—When my clients are happy.

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

—No,we should do what we are best at.We can talk about comparative advantage.

—Do you make friends easily?

—Yes,but they rarely last.

—Where would you like to live?

—Country side

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

—I got my first digital camera in 2010 and that thing was top of the line. Four megapixels baby, and only $450! I got it home and promptly destroyed it by trying to force the memory card in backwards. Some of the pins inside got bent and the card would no longer fit. I had had the thing for about an hour.

—Is there life after marriage?

—Of-course..am a product of marriage.

—Do you have a favorite joke? Tell us.

—Looked for my phone, while talking on my phone.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Dogs

—Who or what do you hate?

—by-laws--I keep wondering who came with an idea of City council.they should be abolished,their main aim is to harass.
Pretenders don't have place in me.

—The best thing in life is:

—Being happy and having no worries.

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—People who walk really slow in front of you.

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

—Yes,How people think.
To always think positive no matter the situation they are in.

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—Laziness

—What would you like to change in the world?

—Guns and religions.

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

—Always be a student,keep learning.
Be consistent and persistent in what you do.

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

—Welcome to the most peaceful planet.
I`m Trivet,when are planing to do you your wedding?

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

—Action

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—my two engagement shoots that are waiting.