I was born and raised in Puerto Rico, a tropical island in the Caribbean. After graduating from Digital Arts back in 2012, I started working in advertising. I moved from Puerto Rico to Texas and New York and began traveling to National Parks all around the US and to countries like Iceland, Chile, and Mexico. Thanks to this travels I discover my passion for photography and after working for over 9 years in the advertising industry I made the big decision to take a pause and travel around the world in search of new experiences and learn new skills. My main goal is to meet new people and live in new environments in which I could benefit personally and professionally.

Photography Website: jesseechevarria.com / IG: Jessemyfriend

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I think there is no better way to get to know a city than meeting it's people first. Locals are the best guides and potential future friends with the best info and insights of their cities.

I would also like to expand my photography knowledge and storytelling by exchanging ideas and techniques with other fellow photographers around the globe.

Interests

• design
• photography
• hiking
• nature
• space
• astrophotography

Music, Movies, and Books

One of the best subjects I can offer!
A few of my favorite bands are:
Tame Impala
Mac De Marco
Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Pink Floyd
The Doors
Bibio

I really like Scifi, International Movies and Documentaries:
Blade Runner
Interstellar
Chefs Table (Francis Mallmann Episode is my fav)
Under the Arctic Sky
The Square

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I went to the Atacama Desert in Chile and visited the most powerful telescope in the world.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach:
Photography and Astrophotography
Drone Photography
Design Skills in Photoshop and Illustrator
Puerto Rican Spanish slangs :D

What I Can Share with Hosts

A good laugh. Puerto Rican Food 101! Funny stories about my travels and experiences in the US. A basic knowledge of the night sky and how to shoot the milky way (Super interesting!) Professional portraits. My Photography knowledge, tips and tricks.

Countries I’ve Visited

Chile, France, Iceland, Mexico, Puerto Rico, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Puerto Rico, United States