Photographer Filip Gržinčić

—Are you photogenic?

—Well, I prefer staying on the other side of the camera, although don't mind putting some poses on :)

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—I started photographing 9 years ago and with time, I photographed more of people, emotions, fashion than landscape or similar.. so I wanted to do a wedding and my friends took me as their wedding photographer and it all started then..

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

—A good photo has to show emotion and has to cause emotion with persons looking at it. Then I find it sucessfull.

—Do you love traveling?

—I adore traveling. If I have camera with me (in 90% of the case), then maybe I spend too much time searching for a good shot instead of just enjoying in the moments. Being a photographer takes a lot of love, but it is also a curse!

—What do you like most about your profession?

—I like the chance to meet so many wonderful people, I always have fun and I get to go to places I would not go if I wasn't a photographer.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Heavy equipment and backache after 12 hours of shooting.

—What will be the future of photography?

—Recording everything in one shot and getting quality still images from the video...

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

—Emotions, happy tears, laughter, atmosphere, positive energy!

—How do you handle criticism?

—Well, depends who gives it. If I find the person competent to give critics in certain field, I will always consider it.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Maybe lately a lot of people likes vintage style.. from decorations all the way to vintage processed photos..

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

—They have to like the portfolio. They have to want the photos they see.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—To much interference. Too much posing, I like everything to be more spontaneous, although I made some good photos with set poses..

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

—Short moments of love.. Those smiles, those looks in love.. if you are not on that frequency, you will not see those, but I often freeze them..

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

—The viewer. If client likes it, it was worth it!
Otherwise, you can make technically perfect photo, sometimes they really just scroll through and stop at some you even didn't want to give to them..

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

—Dalaj Lama

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—Weddings at attractive locations!

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—Nope!

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—I don't know :)

—What do you worry about, and why?

—Out of focus photos :) Because I missed some good moments because of out of focus photos..

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—Every single moment is impressive!

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

—Samurai Jack :) Because of the passion!

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—My wife.. she pushes me forward a lot!

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

—With happiness. If you are happy, you are sucessfull.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Well, I don't se a difference, if somebody likes you, they will respect you as well. I don't know, I would prefer to be liked, I guess.

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

—Didn't do backup on time.
Everyone, please backup your work, asap.

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

—My camera of course, I don't take any more special equipment :)

—Is there anything among your gadgets that you wish you haven't bought? Why?

—Nope, I'm happy with all i got!

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—I look a lot of videos, tutorials, whenever I can. I look to other photographers work, you can learn something from anyone.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Marko Marinkovic's. I don't want to copy, but want to do my own style, however, I adore his way of storytelling.

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

—Backup. Do a backup.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—Love. That is it. Only love.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—Passion. The feeling when you get a shot, when you know, this is it, this shot is why you try so hard!

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—Less..

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

—Backup! :D

—What about life on other planets?

—Would like to experience that and meet those people!

—Who are your heroes?

—Don't have them.. I respect all of my friends and acquaintances.

—Who do you have no respect for?

—People that provoke violence.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—I play drums, cajon, I play in an acoustic cover band. I work as a graphic designer in marketing department of a tourist agency in Croatia.

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

—The moon side :)

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—Never! This strives me to move forward.

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

—Nope! Everyone has a choice, and we have to make that choice possible for them.

—Do you make friends easily?

—Sure.

—Where would you like to live?

—I'm happy where I am, but if I had to move, it would have to be near the sea that I can swim in.

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

—I don't remember..

—Is there life after marriage?

—I don't know haha, I will find out soon myself!

—Do you have a favourite joke? Tell us.

—The guy puts his new iPhone in back pocket. He sits on a chair and hears a snap. He yells: "Please God, let it be the spine, let it be the spine"

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—I like both! Let's say, I like dogs, but I respect cats.

—Who or what do you hate?

—There is not a place for hatred within me ;)

—The best thing in life is:

—love

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—fear

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

—Yes, I would like to be able to buy more photographic equipment to take even cooler photos!

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—To reduce the amount of fear.

—What would you like to change in the world?

—People. We have to start living with the earth, and not exploiting it so much without reason..

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

—Backup. Do a backup!

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

—Would you like a professional portrait?

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

—Action comedy.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—stuff. I will probably do stuff. :)