Photographer Robert Lupu

—First and foremost – whom can you name as the best photographer in London, United Kingdom? :)

—Everybody who has a burning passion in this field has a chance to be someday one of the best photographers in London.

—Are you photogenic?

—No.

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—Long story shorter, I came from magazines and newspapers photography. But years past I realise I didn't have all the freedom in the world to express in my photos what I want. I realise at a wedding day with people and particular with my brides and grooms I can do a better job.

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

—Light, Feeling, Composition.

—Do you love traveling?

—Yes.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—To make people very happy. It is a fantastic sensation.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—I can't leave for 200 years.

—What will be the future of photography?

—I can't predict right now, depends on many things, hopefully, a beautiful future.

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

—People.

—How do you handle criticism?

—Sometimes criticism is a good thing. If you know how to learn from criticism, you will be a better person and a fantastic photographer.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Maybe, but it doesn't matter too much for me. I'm confident in my clients because they choose me for what I have in my brain, not for what kind of trends it is in the world right now.

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

—Taste, Type, Feeling.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Absence of light.

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

—Too many things: light, shadow, details, position, feeling, angles ...

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

—Light, Position, Angle, Background ...

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

—I don't know.

—Who do you want to take photos of?

—Everyone who wants me as a photographer.

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—No.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Jerry Ghionis.

—What do you worry about, and why?

—The stupidity of humanity, because it is sad.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—Too many.

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

—Maybe, Jean Luc Picard, because I would love to explore the universe.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—My father and my grandfather, because they teach me what humour is and more importantly, they give me imagination.

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

—If you have imagination, if you feel love and happiness, this is everything. You don't need to measure anything.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Liked.

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

—Sometimes we don't learn from our mistakes.

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

—Depends on what kind the job I have abroad. Usually, I take everything I need to deliver fantastic photography services.

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

—Apple Watch. Too expensive and not so useful.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—Imagination.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—A few people.

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

—I don't know.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—I want to stop time in the best way possible for my clients.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—Passion and Imagination.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

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

—Nothing.

—What about life on other planets?

—?

—Who are your heroes?

—Ordinary people who do good things.

—Who do you have no respect for?

—Too many.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Read books, watch movies, meet friends...

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

—?

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—Never.

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

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—Do you make friends easily?

—Yes.

—Where would you like to live?

—Hawaii

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

—I don't have one.

—Is there life after marriage?

—Yes. Better life when you have a family.

—Do you have a favourite joke? Tell us.

—No, I don't. I have too many.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Both.

—Who or what do you hate?

—I don't hate.

—The best thing in life is:

—Family, Friends, Love, Imagination.

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—Stupidity and ignorance.

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

—Stupidity and ignorance.

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—I want to be a better person.

—What would you like to change in the world?

—?

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

—Work, Work, Work ... and Love

—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?

—A sensitive and powerful one.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—... what I love to do.