Photographer Tito Rikardo

—Are you photogenic?

—I believe every body, including me, has their own charms. And the man behind the lens should find it

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—in 2005 one of my best friend introduce me to photography, we shoot everything. Until in 2007 my partner and I found our passion to shoot wedding only

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

—for me light and emotion two most important to make a good photo

—Do you love traveling?

—being a wedding photographer has made me travel almost all continent. And I love traveling, especially capturing couples with different countries and cultures. but home still the best place on earth for me.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—I am doing the thing that I love, and meeting new people on their happiest day. Plus I can travel around the world.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—sometimes I need to travel with long period of time (more than 2 weeks), I must leave my family.

—What will be the future of photography?

—it will be borderless industry. An example from our own experience: A couple live in london, booked indonesian wedding photographer and the wedding in africa.

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

—for me personally, as wedding photographer I get to applied my knowledge in landscape, product, fashion and interior photography. So it is always challenging, and I race with time.

—How do you handle criticism?

—I believe critics are one of ways for me to become better.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—There are always trends in wedding photography. But I believe my partner and I have our own characters so we don't need to follow what is trend at the moment

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

—Bride and groom should choose the one that they trust.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—besides bride and groom portraits, I restrained my self to direct the event. Because I believe in real moment.

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

—moment in a split second

—Who do you want to shoot?

—My son's wedding

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—I would like to shoot with Ben Chrisman

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—the day my son was born.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—my Jesus. Because he died on the cross for me.
my dad. Because he was a fighter and he never gave up.
my mom. Because she is my guardian angel.

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

—success is a journey. As long as I am productive and creating, I am on my journey.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—I would rather be respected

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

—Camera, to keep all the memories

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Apertura

—Who are your heroes?

—my wife

—What do you do in your spare time?

—watch TV serial

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

—when I cry

—Do you make friends easily?

—no

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

—be yourself.

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

—repent !!

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

—action