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While he doesn\u2019t come out and say it that explicitly, these are all messages Christian Del Rosario likely heard \u2013 and, thankfully, ignored \u2013 on the way to developing the artistry he creates with his cameras. You see, Christian is one of those rare photographers who is able to apply his unique vision and ability to capture the true essence of his subject \u2013 be that a person, animal, object, landscape, or structure \u2013 and share it with others in the resultant photo. \xa0 Truly, he is an artist. And his joy and gratitude for being able to combine his three major passions into his life\u2019s work is evident in his smile, his voice, and the energy he exudes, whether in person or on a podcast recording line.\xa0 \xa0 Today, Laura invites Christian to tell the story of how he showed up, said \u201cyes\u201d to opportunity, and created his dream life \u2013 traveling the world, working with interesting and fun people, taking breathtaking photographs, and spending time with and supporting animals along the way.\xa0 \xa0 Like many other entrepreneurs \u2013 and especially in the artist\u2019s arena \u2013 Christian didn\u2019t fully grasp the value of what he creates, early on in his work. He often shared his expertise for free, because it came so easily to him and he simply loved to get to do it. He also was wise to continue upgrading his skills, expertise, and tools, so he was able to continually upgrade his offer to those who saw the value he created through his lens.\xa0 \xa0 \u201cI try to interpret the view\u2026 to see the shot and understand the experience someone else will have when they see the photos I produce,\u201d explained Christian, when Laura asked him to share what he sees and feels as he frames a shot. And if you\u2019ve ever seen his photos, you know he\u2019s truly gifted at it; his intent is evident in his results.\xa0 \xa0 While he\u2019s been working as a professional photographer for 11 years, it was only a few years ago when he really gathered his thoughts, got strategic, and focused more clearly on how to continue building the life he desires and that allows him to feed and support his three passions. \xa0 To-date, he\u2019s experienced 75 countries around the world doing work for a variety of individuals and organizations, including the national travel bureaus in several countries, the United Nations World Tourism Assembly, and other organizations near and far. In fact, just after finishing recording this episode, he was headed for the airport and jetting off to Dallas, Madrid, and London for work (play?!).\xa0 \xa0 Listen in on today\u2019s conversation, and you\u2019ll be intrigued to take a look at life through Christian\u2019s lens:\xa0 \xa0 Instagram at\xa0thechristiandelrosario.com Facebook at\xa0Christian Del Rosario\xa0and\xa0Christian Del Rosario Photography Websites\xa0Christian Del Rosario / Attreo Studio Galleries\xa0and African Safari 2020 \xa0 Christian\u2019s Bio \xa0 Christian combines his passion for photography with his love for travel, animals, and inspiring people. In 2008, Christian decided to follow his passion and make a career shift from the corporate world into professional photography as a full-time career. What started as a pastime has progressed into a very successful business serving clients of industry sectors.\xa0 \xa0 Christian has had the distinct honor to work with the United Nations World Tourism Organization, Tourism Boards of several countries, well known restaurants, coffee companies, magazines, top self-development companies, charitable organizations, and of course -- all his friends who have pets.\xa0 \xa0 When he\u2019s not writing about himself in the third person or not carrying a camera, Christian likes to go walking with his three dogs, growing Japanese maples in his backyard, and advocating for animals.\xa0 \xa0 He's most proud of his experience in learning many different cultures and loves to encourage people to travel through his photographs. He lives in California and wants to have an animal rescue farm one day.