Photographer Azizi Sabu

—First and foremost – whom can you name as the best photographer in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia? :)

—Ikram Ismail

—Are you photogenic?

—Yes, I am

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—From my hobby and i turn my hobby to become my job and been paid :)

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

—lights, composition and story

—Do you love traveling?

—yes, i am

—What do you like most about your profession?

—making people look beautiful for the lifetime.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—make people look beautiful and candid the precious moments

—What will be the future of photography?

—high paid :)

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

—we do food photography, fashion, portrait, journalism and many more. sometimes we also become MUA :)

—How do you handle criticism?

—change them as motivation

—Are there any trends in photography?

—sure. but depends on bride and groom to choose what they like.

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

—a good story teller and beautiful photo.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—eating and smoking.

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

—the details :)

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

—moments...happy, sad..exciting...so on...

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

—Tun Mahathir, Malaysian Former Prime Minister

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—Royal Family wedding and portrait

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—nope

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Jerry Ghionis

—What do you worry about, and why?

—blank!because my shot depends on idea on scene

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—shooting couple in the middle on rain

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

—incredible hulk. because i'am big

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—my dad. because he is my hero

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

—success when u achieve your goals. what u want in your life, u fulfil them

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—of course respected

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

—move the table with wedding cake on it.

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

—my wife. she's my angel

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

—yes. because by this time, i can't afford them.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—looking other photographers portfolio, try by myself new thing and of course from youtube.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Jerry Ghionis and Ikram Ismail

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

—direction of light

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—need more improvement

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—exploring the light.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—more strict

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

—learn more english

—What about life on other planets?

—i have no idea

—Who are your heroes?

—of course my dad

—Who do you have no respect for?

—people who use religious for their own benefit

—What do you do in your spare time?

—learning photography

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

—soft heart

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—i never satisfied with my work...

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

—yes

—Do you make friends easily?

—yeap

—Where would you like to live?

—italy

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

—secret...hehehhe

—Is there life after marriage?

—yes...

—Do you have a favourite joke? Tell us.

—i don't know...heheheh

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—cats

—Who or what do you hate?

—people who don't use signal when they making turn and of course people who are using religious

—The best thing in life is:

—graduated

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—being backstabbed

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

—yes, use signal stick..heheheh

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—punctual

—What would you like to change in the world?

—stop taxing people

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

—buy a prime lens
buy speedlite/light
must have 2nd shooter

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

—take politicians 1st

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

—horror

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—kuala lumpur, checking my camera :)