Ljubljana, Slovenia
Interview
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—First and foremost – whom can you name as the best photographer in Ljubljana, Slovenia? :)
—Well there are many different wedding photography styles but if couples are looking for type of photograpy that i do, look no further.
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—Are you photogenic?
—I am more used to be behind the camera but if i suddenly get in front i stay relaxed as well. :)
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—How did you get in the photography industry?
—Wedding photography is most complete and chalenging type of photography. I like chalenges so i knew i want to be a wedding photographer since the day i bought my first camera.
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—What are the most important components of a good photo in your opinion?
—It has to be light and composition.
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—Do you love traveling?
—Yes, very much. To work on awesome locations and meeting new interesting couples is the best part of being wedding photographer.
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—What do you like most about your profession?
—That i constantly meet new and awesome people. Weddings are very emotional events and i love to capture all those little moments.
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—What will be the future of photography?
—Wedding photos are getting less posed and more creative. Storytelling will become even more important.
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—What is special in the photography genre you specialise at?
—In wedding photography you can find emotions that are rarely seen in other genres of photography.
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—How do you handle criticism?
—I like good critique and i am always really grateful when other photographers or. clients take time to review my work. This helps me grow even more.
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—Are there any trends in photography?
—Yes at the moment there is a lot of vintage styled, really dark, and some really warm edits present. Only the future will tell but i try to avoid extremes in trends. I want my photos to be liked in future as well.
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—What should be the criteria for a customer to choose a photographer?
—They should look at photographer reference photos and arrange for a meeting to see if they like the photographer personality as well.
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—What things are to be avoided when shooting?
—Bad mood.
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—What influences the value of a photo? What are its elements?
—The most valuable photos are those of real emotions that can not be replicated in any other way.
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—What is the most impressive moment in your life?
—Birth of my children.
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—Would you rather be liked or respected?
—Respected
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—When you're going to travel, what do you take with you and why?
—I always take too much camera equipement with me, but it is totaly worth it. :)
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—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?
—I spend a lot of time reviewing my and work of others to find the areas where i can improve.
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—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?
—Hard to say since i am mostly self-taught and i follow work of many photographers.
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—What do you want to say with your photographs?
—That weddings are beautiful, special.
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—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?
—The thrill of knowing my best image is yet to come.
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—When are you completely satisfied with your work?
—Even though my images already provoked tears of joy in the past i am never completely satisfied with the images since i always think what could i have done to make it even better.
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—The best thing in life is:
—Family and friends.
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—Can you give a few tips for photographers who are just starting out?
—Yes, that they should visit Mywed page and check examples of what good photography is.