Meet Starship Photographer Carlos Nunez – Capturing History at Starbase

Last week, I had the privilege of visiting Starbase and sitting down with Carlos Nunez (

@cnunezimages), a photographer whose work with Starship is truly capturing history in the making. Carlos isn’t just a photographer; he’s an inspiration who blends his passion for surfing with his love for space exploration.

Thank you, X Podcast 107 X, for bringing us this unique conversation!

Here’s what we discussed:

• 00:00 – Intro: A brief introduction to Carlos and the excitement of being at Starbase.
• 00:32 – Growing Up Surfing at Boca Chica: Carlos shares his story of growing up in the area, surfing the waves of Boca Chica, and how this local environment influenced his journey into photography.
• 01:05 – Behind the Scenes and Advice for Aspiring Photographers: We got an exclusive look behind the scenes of what it takes to capture those iconic Starship moments. Carlos also gives some invaluable advice for those looking to break into photography.
• 03:06 – When Elon Musk First Came to the Brownsville Area: A fascinating recount of the early days when Elon Musk’s vision began to take shape in Brownsville, seen through Carlos’s lens.
• 04:02 – Real Life/Work: Balancing real life with the demands of being a photographer at such a pivotal point in space history. Carlos shares how he manages this unique lifestyle.
• 04:49 – Creativity with Captions: Photography is not just about the image but also how you tell the story through captions. Carlos discusses his creative process in captioning his work.
• 05:50 – Family Support: A heartfelt segment where Carlos talks about how his family supports his passion and how integral they are to his journey.
• 07:12 – Final Words and How You Can Support Carlos’ Amazing Work: Carlos wraps up with some final thoughts and shares how listeners can support his work, which is not just about capturing images but about inspiring a new generation of dreamers and photographers.

Thank you, Carlos, for sharing your story, your passion, and your incredible work with us. Your photographs are not just images; they’re pieces of history, capturing the spirit of innovation and exploration at Starbase.

Keep surfing through the stars, Carlos, and thank you for this enlightening conversation!

Stay inspired, Gail Alfar

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