Photographer Philbert Pembani

—First and foremost – whom can you name as the best photographer in Johannesburg, South Africa? :)

—Thabang Radebe

—Are you photogenic?

—Yes, I have a big smile

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—I have always liked taking pictures at school and every time we travel so I decide to utilize the hobby as a business

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

—A picture with a big smile and laughter completes a good photo

—Do you love traveling?

—I could travel year-round if possible

—What do you like most about your profession?

—Meeting new people every time and learning new cultures are traditions

—What do you like least about your profession?

—When l come across clients that are not free when communicating with me. It makes the session have less energy and vibe

—What will be the future of photography?

—It all gets better with the technology advancement but the market in the future is going to hard since smartphone technology is advancing

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

—As for my Portraits, I like showcasing the street style with bright colors

—How do you handle criticism?

—I prefer ignoring and listening because everyone's opinion is correct

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Travel and Portraits

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

—Seeing the photographer's portfolio should be the first step, followed by establishing a good communication between the photographer and client

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Touching the subject models for illustrating the poses and above all maintaining a social distance

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

—Stains on clothes , the need to apply more location on the subject

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

—I think the subject of the photo and the expressions that they are showing in the photo

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

—A modern man with access to advanced technology

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—Weddings

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—Taking dead animals or at funerals

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Darrell Fraser

—What do you worry about, and why?

—Losing my gear, Johannesburg has a high crime rate

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—reaching self-actualization and being to create a legacy for my grandchildren

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

—I would pick Tom Cruise as Jerry Maguire. Being a believer and being a person who is willing to risk all that he has in order to reach his goals

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—Elton Musk, despite all the rejections and downs. He continues to work harder and pushes. In the near future, we will be looking at the most powerful person in the world in terms of technology

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

—I can define success as reaching the self-actualization level whereby you are able to be productive and deliver income whilst having more time quality time with your loved ones

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Liked

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

—Showing interest in someone when she mentions that she's single

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

—my camera and smartphone so that I can record and share the beauty Earth to the world

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

—Nothing at all, I plan well before I purchase any gadget

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—Learn from other Pros and watching a lot of YouTube videos

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Kyle Van Der Schyff

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

—Online Marketing

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—Expressing the emotions and laughter of people

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—I'm a social person, taking more and more new people motivates me

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—They did absolutely amazing

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

—I should have started with an Agriculture Program then Systems Development

—What about life on other planets?

—I believe there is more life to see in other planets

—Who are your heroes?

—My mother

—Who do you have no respect for?

—Zanu PF party

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Learning how to play the guitar

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

—the public hasn't seen my plants collection

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—When the clients call me and tell me that they loved my work

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

—NO

—Do you make friends easily?

—Yes

—Where would you like to live?

—Cape Town

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

—Drinking alcohol

—Is there life after marriage?

—Yes

—Do you have a favourite joke? Tell us.

—A man tells his doctor, " Doc, help me. I'm addicted to Twitter!" The doctor replies, "Sorry, l don't follow you.."

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—dogs

—Who or what do you hate?

—Zimbabwean president

—The best thing in life is:

—my mother

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—rent

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

—my current company

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—trust issues with South African women

—What would you like to change in the world?

—Inequality

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

—Learn from others, have mentorship and study a business management program so that you may make more clients

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

—I would love to see where you come from

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

—Scifi movies

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—more research on starting and maintaining a photo studio