Photographer Ritchie Linao

—Are you photogenic?

—uhhmmm.. Not sure what to say but not really. Maybe in a long distance portrait, not a close portrait. :D

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—When I first learn on how to take photos of portraits. And that's how I also move forward to love and learn on how to photograph weddings.

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

—It's those moments when the couple smile and enjoyed their time together and photograph a candid portrait.

—Do you love traveling?

—Yes, definitely! I really love to travel.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—Take photos of couple, candid, travel and foods! ;)

—What do you like least about your profession?

—I'm not sure. Incomplete gears, maybe.

—What will be the future of photography?

—Make friends!

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

—Moments and memories.

—How do you handle criticism?

—I turned blank and speechless. Sometimes I just smile.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Stylings

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

—The photographer should learn first about their life together and explain them how it will workout with them about the photographer's style in making a good story.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Being impatient.

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

—The stolen shots of a sweet and emotional expressions.

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

—The couple, location and the story.

—Who do you want to shoot?

—Wedding, couples, portraits, landscape, and wild life.

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—None.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Kai Wong of DRTV. :D

—What do you worry about, and why?

—If my gear will broke.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—When I finally able to have my first full-frame DSLR. :)

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

—I want to be like Avatar Aang! Because he can control elements.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—My wife and my son. They are my inspirations and keep me moving for our future.

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

—It's when I accomplish the kind of composition I want and to make my client happy with my crafts.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Liked

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

—Hiring a backup photographer that can't deliver the kind of photos I needed.

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

—I would like to take my DSLR and Ultra wide lens to capture landscape. And it's also better for group selfies. :)

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

—My Nikon D7100. It doesn't give me the sharpness I need like my D600. And I always miss-focus the subject. Unlike the D600, the focusing is fast and deliver a very sharp image. And specially the focus points is just too big.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—Browsing good photos or go out in my comfort room and shoot street photos.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Metro Photo and Paul Vincent.

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

—Prime lenses.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—Lovely!

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—To support my family.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—Nope. I thanks them for being strict or I won't be in this wonderful situation I am now.

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

—Take a fine art course because I wasn't really good with Computer Science.

—What about life on other planets?

—No sure.

—Who are your heroes?

—Son Goku and Spawn

—Who do you have no respect for?

—The Corrupt

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Watch anime or take photos of my son.

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

—My private part? :D hehe

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—After post process.

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

—It depends.

—Do you make friends easily?

—Yes if I wanted to. :)

—Where would you like to live?

—Japan

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

—I no longer remember.

—Is there life after marriage?

—Yes. Lots of wonderful things, specially when I first saw my son. :)

—Do you have a favorite joke? Tell us.

—Nope. :D hehe

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Both.

—The best thing in life is:

—To become a father and successful in life.

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—Karma

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

—Not sure yet. I don't have my own home.

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—I don't know.

—What would you like to change in the world?

—If only I'm a super human with great powers. I want to stop people who pollute our world.

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

—Invest, learn, be inspired and make friends.

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

—Hi :)

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

—What I would like to shoot is a romantic movie.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—All the things my son needed from me. LOVE!