Meet Marcello Life

We recently connected with Marcello Life and have shared our conversation below.

Marcello, looking forward to learning from your journey. You’ve got an amazing story and before we dive into that, let’s start with an important building block. Where do you get your work ethic from?

I don’t want to see work as just work because I’m always striving to turn my passions into something meaningful. I try to follow my spontaneity and creativity, and I don’t believe in working just to pay the bills. Ideally, humans should be at a point where we work because we want to, not because we have to. Unfortunately, I know the reality of working out of necessity—I come from poverty, and as an artist, I still struggle to make ends meet. It’s hard, but I believe in doing whatever it takes to turn a passion into work that satisfies both the bills and the desire to express and create.

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?

My dream is to create—whether it’s through sketches, paintings, films, or photography. I have a deep need to express myself through art. PrestigeTreestudio.com is my business website, primarily focused on my photography, while my site MarcelloLife.com encompasses all of my artistic endeavors.

Beyond my creative work, I aspire to make a real difference by helping the homeless on a large scale. I find it shameful that in our society, people go without basic necessities like shelter, food, clean water, heating, air conditioning, and access to mental health support. I believe everyone should have these essentials. Why can’t we have a system that combines healthy competition and a healthy capitalism with empathy and eliminates monopolies and oligarchies?

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

Resilience, adaptability, and belief were the key qualities that shaped my journey. Believing in yourself and having faith in your abilities is essential, especially during challenging times. Being adaptable—knowing when to pivot and adjust your approach—is critical because there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. And resilience is what pushes you to keep fighting, even when you feel like you have nothing left to give.

I came to the USA 25 years ago, and there isn’t one day I stopped being afraid.

For those just starting out, my advice is simple: Stay committed to your vision. Trust that fear and setbacks are part of the process, and always find the strength to keep moving forward.

As we end our chat, is there a book you can leave people with that’s been meaningful to you and your development?

In 1999, I discovered a book by Wayne Dyer about taking control of your life and destiny. It truly changed mine. I don’t read much, but this book was special. It helps steer you back to your true self, guiding you toward personal empowerment and self-awareness.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://marcellolife.com/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarcelloLife