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In Focus | Rozalind Panasuk

Meet Rozalind! She has lived in Kamloops for more than five years. She's a photographer dedicated to inspiring love and acceptance in her community! When she isn't behind her camera capturing the moments that make life awesome, you can find her exploring Kamloops with family and friends!


Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kamloops?
I'm originally from Barriere and I've lived in Kamloops for 5 1/2 years.

Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My husband Kyle and our dog Sakic. Our dog is such a crazy little meatball and we love taking him for hikes and laughing at how much crazy energy he has!

What is your favourite local store in Kamloops and why?
This is a tough one! We have so many amazing local stores in Kamloops! I love Jardines Domaine for shopping and the Commodore for eating/drinking!

Describe yourself in one word.
Genuine

If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
Cappadocia, Turkey - going on a hot air balloon ride there has been on my bucket list forever.

What is your favourite activity in Kamloops?
Hiking! We are SO lucky to have the most incredible trails all over Kamloops!

What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
Last summer I fell on my face while I was shooting a wedding, I saved my camera but I instantly had the biggest black eye. The rest of the day, people were asking me if I was okay. It was so embarrassing!

<who>Photo Credit: Rozalin Photography</who>

What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
I try to find inspiration + creative energy in every day - but I think the one life changing moment for me was when I traveled solo through India + China. I realized that the world was SO much bigger than I ever could have imagined, and it allowed me to expand my beliefs and the way I saw the world. I realized that life is such a gift and we should enjoy every minute of it doing the things we want. It was then that I decided I wanted to really love what I did for work every day.

Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Ahh there are so many! But the one that sticks out in my mind is being at my Bubba's house as a little girl. I was her favourite and always felt so special when I got her all to myself.
I would sit with her outside, while the birds would be singing and flitting around the yard. She always had so many flowers so it always smelt of fresh grass and like a tropical garden. I would wait for hours standing on a stump of wood with my small hands on her hummingbird feeder hoping that a hummingbird would rest on my finger so that I could feel it's tiny little body.

Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
This year I have started the "Year of You 2018" campaign where I feature local female entrepreneurs and their businesses. I think that it is so important to support local and love that we have so many talented businesses in Kamloops. I especially love focusing on the female boss babes who are killing it in their industries because I love seeing women supporting women! Each month I have been purchasing a gift card from their businesses and promoting each individual through my website, fb page + instagram and at the end of the year we will be doing a massive giveaway for a full boudoir shoot + goodies from every single businesses! I think it's a great way to support one another and show that community over competition is the best way to go!

If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
I wish we could eliminate hate. Hate is why we have wars, why there is racism, why there is greed and why people discriminate. I wish that everyone could have love and acceptance in their hearts - it seems so simple, right?

Where would you sneak away to in Kamloops to spend some time alone?
I love the battle bluffs look out and paul lake look out! I love heights and love feeling on top of the world (my husband proposed at the top of the Paul Lake hike which is why I probably love it there so much!)

Where would you like to see positive change in Kamloops and why?
We are getting there, but I would love to see more cultural activities in Kamloops! More art shows, more cool bars/local eateries, more collectives! <3

What do you think makes Kamloops great?
The people! I think this is one of the friendliest and most supportive communities I've ever experienced!

What are 3 things on your bucket list?
See the Pyramids in Egypt + go to Israel while I'm there :)
Swim in Victoria Falls + see Christ the Redeemer in Brazil
Shoot for Playboy!

Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I love heights, but the thought of scuba diving terrifies me!

How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
FB: @rozalindboudoir + @rozalindphotographer Insta: @rozalindboudoir + @rozalind_photography

What is the name of your business/organization?
Rozalind Photography + Rozalind Boudoir

Why did you get into/start this business?
I've always loved people and photography has always been my passion! It never seemed real that I could own a successful photography business where I could have the two things I loved most <3 since I've started, it's been non-stop!

What is the goal of your business?
With my boudoir business it's 100% to empower women! With my photography business it's to give confidence to people and make them love photos of themselves! We are too hard on ourselves and I love making people see themselves in a new light!

<who>Photo Credit: Rozalind Photography</who>

What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Balance! I love my work and could do it 24/7, but I also love my husband, my friends + my family, so finding time for everything and for myself has been the biggest struggle!

What do you always find yourself saying?
Love Love Love!!!

Tell us your best piece of life advice.
You are beautiful + unique! I know it doesn't always seem like that but you are different for a reason! Embrace it and love the shit out of who you are <3

If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Oprah! She is the epitome of a boss babe, especially how she created her empire, her brand and her identity coming from nothing and just believing in herself!

Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
It's always been a no brainer to me that you support the businesses that live and work from your community! The only reason I have been able to be so successful is from my local clientele continuing to support me!

What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Choosing to start my own business and managing to do it full time! Receiving the Business of Chamber of Commerce Award for Service Provider was also a huge accomplishment for my business!

Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
My husband Kyle Panasuk with Royal Le Page Realty. He's a born and raised Kamloops man and does so much for the community with coaching hockey and putting on fundraisers for the women's shelter!

My choice for the KamloopsBCNow In Focus spotlight is:
Kyle Panasuk - Royal Le Page Realty

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