Artist Feature – Thiago Agryas

Thiago Agryas is a videographer turned wedding and portrait photographer who loves his job, as well as the people whose lives he documents. His infectious positivity translates into the images he captures, and every frame focuses on happiness and movement, even when the frame is still. Thiago sees art as an essential pillar for photographic inspiration, in particular the German post-war era, the avant-garde filmmaking movement known as Dogme 95, and Futurism. He leans into these influences and draws inspiration from them to capture life’s most meaningful moments.

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Please share a bit about your background and how you got started in photography? How long have you been a photographer?

I started as a videographer, making wedding videos. I was awarded a few times during the 10 years I worked in the area. When the pandemic started I felt the need to increase my revenue. I always had a well-structured team, but with the pause of all events, I needed to reinvent myself. I brought my experience with video to photography, generating a language with more movement and spontaneity, but also with direction.

Since then I have shot more than 300 weddings all over Brazil and America.

Who are some of your favorite photographers?

My favorite photographers are definitely Sebastião Salgado, Pierre Verger, India Earl and Fer Juarist. Their work is hot!

What do you think your keys to success are in this industry?

It may seem old saw, but working with love and giving all of yourself to your craft, including your body, soul, and camera lenses, can make all the difference. Success and money are less important details when you understand the importance of your work.

Being dynamic is essential so that the bride and groom don’t waste too much time being photographed.
Show who you are without fear and embrace all the love that is in front of you, This is the formula for success.

Of course, you should also make good networking connections. Community support is necessary for a successful business.

Do you have a signature editing style that clients can expect from your work?

I believe that my clients want to feel good and look beautiful, especially because it is the most important day of their lives. They want to keep the best forever. I always ask about the peculiarities of how they see themselves, including which side is their favorite, which angle they like the most, and so on. This helps me to be accurate with all my shots.

What would you say is the most important marketing strategy for your business?

Networking is the best way to do big weddings, and of course, keep your social network platforms updated!

Wedding photography can be emotionally charged. How do you manage the pressure and responsibility of capturing once-in-a-lifetime moments for your clients?

Create a successful team. I particularly like forming my team, because this way they will carry my language into their work and still have a special bond with me. They become my family.

If you can divide the pressure, it becomes lighter and you can create more!

Can you share some insights into how you scout and select locations for pre-wedding and post-wedding portrait sessions?

I always choose the best time to photograph, which in my opinion happens 45 minutes before sunset!
In the southern hemisphere, the light is different. It is more aggressive and harsh, so I always try to look for times when it is softer.

I also try to seek a connection with my clients. I like to say that good light and happy clients are all I need.

How has Impossible Things (IT) AI Photo Editing benefited your business?

The plug-in is very good! It allows me to generate an editing pattern in the gallery that allows me to create more. I have time to dedicate more attention to details that – due to the large workflow – may otherwise go unnoticed. This makes it possible to make my work even better.

What is your current workflow with Impossible Things, and how has it improved?

First, I select the photos that I would like to send to clients. I separate them into folders according to what is happening, such as the bridal prep, ceremony, couples session, party, etc. Then, in each folder, I apply Impossible Things using a preset for each type of light. Lastly, I review all the photos and make some more artistic corrections, such as increasing or decreasing highlights, or creating a Dutch angle, for example.

Do you have recommendations for users who are considering Impossible Things?

Like any tool, you need to study and be patient. The more you tune the artificial intelligence, the more it will be able to achieve the expected results. Always remember to separate the folders by type of lighting and test the settings. There is a tab that allows you to refine the edit, and it changes the result completely.

What is your favorite Impossible Things feature and why?

As the workflow of a wedding is huge, having a standard color scheme is super important and I fell in love with this feature of the software. It has saved me time and kept my deliveries at a high quality.

What is in your gear bag?

• Sony A7 IV 35mm Full Frame
• Sony 50mm 1.2 G Master
• Sigma 24mm 1.4 Art
• Sigma 105mm 1.4 Art
• Aputure 120d
• Various Modifiers
• Natural Light