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26 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 71MOSTMAGAZINEIn 2018, Gonz%u00e1lez took a creative detour, releasing his first book Lanzarote, 25 Years Biosphere Reserve, a photographic tribute to the striking volcanic landscapes of Lanzarote. This was followed in 2021 by La Gomera, Color y Magia, a homage to his beloved birthplace and the vivid memories of his childhood there. Although his landscape photography is deeply rooted in passion, Manuel acknowledges the challenges of making it a sustainable career in today%u2019s world. This realization led him back to his first love%u2014capturing the essence of people, fashion, and trends that define iconic moments.Now at 40, Manuel is based in Tenerife, where his studio, %u201cEstudio Creativo Vigonarte,%u201d serves as the heart of his creative operations. Blending in-studio sessions with travel and outdoor editorials, his work continues to gain recognition. In 2024, he earned second prize in the Tenerife Fashion National Photography Competition, %u201cLA Moda y el Maquillaje,%u201d with his captivating piece Le R%u00eave (The Dream).Currently immersed in editorial projects with designers like Filst and Nanna (local), as well as national brands like Kall%u00fa Spain, Gonz%u00e1lez finds himself in what he describes as %u201cone of the sweetest moments%u201d of his career. Despite his decades of experience, his drive to learn and evolve remains strong, echoing the sentiment that in photography, the journey of growth is endless.26 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 71