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Rachelle Steele of www.steelecapture.com is a US Navy veteran and has been an avid amateur photographer for most of her life. She lost her passion for photography in 2005 after the devastating Hurricane Katrina.
In this podcast episode, we dive into Rachelle's journey from Navy veteran to fine art photographer whose life was dramatically reshaped by Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. In this heartfelt interview, Rachelle opens up about the highs and lows of her military service, the profound impact of documenting historical moments during Katrina, and the complex battle with PTSD that followed her return to civilian life.
Discover how Rachelle's passion for photography became both a challenge and a healing process, leading her to pursue formal training at the Academy of Art University and strive for personal growth amidst the struggles of being a single mother. With a strong spirit, she shares her ambitions to create art while making a living from her photography. She aims to connect people through visual storytelling and cultural exchange during her upcoming expeditions to Peru, Nepal, Egypt, and Mongolia.
Rachelle also gives us a peek into her intricate world of photography, from capturing candid moments with discretion to the meticulous editing process and the strategic networking necessary to get her work recognised. Her dedication to giving back to the communities she photographs and her savvy approach to marketing and distributing her art reveal a multifaceted artist committed to her craft.
Here's some more of what we covered in the interview:

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I want to live so fantastically and so passionately. I want to the act of living with passion and living hard, I guess you could say, I'm not going to hold back. I refuse to hold back my life, even for a second. That's kind of my driving force. – Rachelle Steele
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What is your big takeaway?
Following this interview, I’d love to know if you're taking anything from what Rachelle shared. Is there something you heard that excited or motivated you to the point where you thought, yeah, I'm going to do that! If so, leave your thoughts in the comments below; let me know your takeaways and what you plan to implement in your business based on what you heard in today's episode.
I'll have very small little prints made, even if they're just low quality. That way I can pull it right out of my pocket.

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