Photographer Sadie Wiarda

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

—l'orangerie photographie :) There are many amazing photographers

—Are you photogenic?

—Yes, everyone is if they are happy and in good light in my opinion!

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—I've been a photographer for 10+ years – I studied professionally in the US and Paris. I started with my love of portraiture and expanded to weddings because of the story.

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

—Good light and people in love!

—Do you love traveling?

—One of my favourite things, especially trying local food! Thailand street food, top of the list for now! :)

—What do you like most about your profession?

—Sharing in and capturing a legendary day in my couple's love story! Delivering the photos, the joy and happy tears is what I live for!

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Missing out on some Summer weekend's with my family – luckily we make up for it by going big on the weekends I have off and epic travels in the low season!

—What will be the future of photography?

—Movement, gifs and video in addition to photography

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

—The couple's story!

—How do you handle criticism?

—Very well, I just really want the couples that I work with to be over the moon in love with their photos.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Yes, photographers want to capture real emotion not posy shots.

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

—Trust their photographer, love their work and budget.

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

—Nerves or stress. I try my best to keep couples in their bliss bubble on the day!

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

—Oprah and Ellen! Love them both

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

—Sunscreen lol and a good book!

—The best thing in life is:

—Time spent with the ones you love!

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

—A love story :)