Hey there! My name is Carlos Guevara, but you can call me GVivanco or just Gav. I am a Chilean photographer who loves photographing nature and landscapes. Before that, I was a computer engineer and even did an MBA in finance at the University of Chile. As a mountaineer, I've been climbing for over 45 years now. My photography projects? They span Chile – from North to South and from the Arctic to Antarctica.

Ever since I was a kid, I had a knack for capturing awe-inspiring landscapes around us using photos. It wasn't until recently that I began to develop my skills as a photographer. Today, I realize that the journey is endless. Even though we learn new things every day, there is always more to discover. But hey, the journey starts here. Love something you're passionate about? It's hard to give up. Photography means the world to me. It's not just a job; it's my calling.

I learned most of what I know about photography on my own, but I also got a degree from the New York Institute of Photography (NYIP).

Although challenging, I aim to use photography as a catalyst for good, evoking emotions that inspire people to strive for betterment.

The most powerful reward for me is when viewers confess that my art has transported them emotionally and awakened a special within them.

Being recognized in my chosen field, a field I am deeply passionate about, is fuel for my ongoing growth, injecting both optimism and energy.

Driven by a lifelong dream sparked in 2016 by a Cape Horn voyage, I embarked on an epic 2023 journey – an Antarctic expedition aboard Sonabia 2. Culminating in 12 breathtaking days immersed in the majesty of the continent, our month-long voyage from Puerto Williams, Chile, culminating in reaching Vernadsky Base. My 12 photographs for the European Photography Awards capture the essence and beauty of this incredible experience, earning me the thrilling and unexpected Silver Award for all 12 images. A single award would have been a joy, but to have each one recognized is a dream realized beyond imagination.

To connect with photography, I've discovered that it's not about imposing your vision on the outside world. Instead, it's a journey inwards, where the true essence of the landscape captures blossoms through the lens of your inner beauty.

My journey began with an editing frenzy, a common pitfall in the world of digital photography. Authenticity reigns supreme. My time is better spent exploring and looking for elements that forge a powerful bond between my photos and the viewer.