Fotograaf Anne Ling

—Hoe bent u beland in de fotografie-industrie?

—My way in photography started 10 years ago with editorial and fashion. But I've always admired real people and real emotions much more. So that's how I've started documenting weddings and other important life moments in different countries.

—Houdt u van reizen?

—I'm a passionate traveller. I've already been to 39 countries and I'm really happy that my work is international.

—Wat is er bijzonder aan het fotografiegenre waarin u zich specialiseert?

—Wedding photography combines documentary and fine art photography. So being a professional in both is crucial.

—Wat beïnvloedt de waarde van een foto? Wat zijn de elementen ervan?

—Time influences the value of a photo the most. Photos are like good wine – the older the better. While capturing a wedding I always keep in mind that this photos will keep the memories through the years.

—Heeft u bepaalde taboes op professioneel vlak?

—I never photograph people in embarrassing situation or angle.

—Wiens werk heeft u het meest beïnvloed als fotograaf?

—I've studied fine arts since childhood. So all the great painters, photographers, film directors influenced me a lot.

—Wat wil u graag zeggen met uw foto's?

—That it is much more important to collect feelings not things. Nothing will be more valuable for you through the years than a teardrop on your mother's cheek or a sincere hug of your best friend or a picture of you two standing on the edge of the earth holding hands and looking to each other's eyes.

—Wat motiveert u om foto's te blijven maken?

—My clients, of course. When I send them their photos and receive an answer: "We are totally in love with our photos! Thank you so much, Anne!!!"
In such moments I feel absolutely happy!