Photographer Nick Karvounis

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—Documenting special life events with my photography have always been interesting for me and when I decided to focus on wedding photography it became my all time favourite photography subject.

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

—Composition, subject, light and creativity

—Do you love traveling?

—Yes, without any doubt. Traveling to different countries is an amazing experience.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—I like being there for a couple, capturing the most important moments of their lives.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Nothing. I love everything about my job.

—What will be the future of photography?

—The future of wedding photography is here today.

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

—Human emotions and the way they are immortalised by my eyes.

—How do you handle criticism?

—Criticism is very important, how else can we become better?

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Yes, there are many trends in wedding photography from the revival of contemporary photography to the photojournalistic style.

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

—They need to follow their heart.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Thunder.

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

—All the small things.

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

—Symmetry, alignment, and subject.

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

—We are all symbols.

—Who do you want to shoot?

—An underwater wedding.

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—Zero point Zero.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Creative brides and grooms.

—What do you worry about, and why?

—I worry about time and it always runs out.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—The birth of my son Alexandro.

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

—Robin hood, cause giving is caring.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—My wife as she's always there for me.

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

—Success is inner happiness, you can measure that with the size of a smile.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Both as people like respectful individuals.

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

—There's no space for mistakes at work.

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

—My wife, kid, and my dog because they are my life companions.

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

—A GoPro as they are over-rated.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—I keep on shooting.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Photography and especially portraiture originates from inspiration by Leonardo Da Vinci, Vincent Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Michelangelo, Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, Raphael, August Renoir, Jan Vermeer, Paul Cezanne.

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

—To invest in more lenses.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—Love and tears.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—Being human.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—Both.

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

—I would do many things differently but karma would be leading the way as always.

—What about life on other planets?

—For sure, we are tiny the universe is gigantic, it makes sense.

—Who are your heroes?

—My parents.

—Who do you have no respect for?

—Hate.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Spend time with my family.

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

—My angry side.

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—When I receive feedback about my work.

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

—Yes and no.

—Do you make friends easily?

—Wanna go out for a coffee?

—Where would you like to live?

—I would like to live in Hawaii.

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

—Borrow my camera.

—Is there life after marriage?

—Yes, life begins after marriage.

—Do you have a favorite joke? Tell us.

—your camera takes really nice photos.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Both.

—Who or what do you hate?

—haters.

—The best thing in life is:

—Family.

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—Bad weather.

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

—My sofa.

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—Stop being a perfectionist.

—What would you like to change in the world?

—Hate.

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

—Keep calm and shoot.

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

—Smile!

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

—Thriller.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—magic!