As a photographer, I had the privilege of capturing Taylor's passion for snowboarding in his senior photos. He was eager to have his snowboard as a part of the shoot, and I suggested we head to the graffiti art district of RiNo to add some excitement to the session. Little did we know, this would be the last professional photos he would ever take.
Just ten months after our photo shoot, Taylor was getting ready to start college at Idaho State University, where he would study computer science. I was excited to hear about his future plans, but fate had other plans. Days before he was to leave for college he collapsed, and after several tests, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a type of brain cancer that is known to be aggressive. The prognosis was not good, and despite multiple surgeries, radiation, and chemotherapy treatments, Taylor passed away surrounded by his loved ones.
As a photographer, I often reflect on the value of a photo. It captures a moment in time that can never be replicated, and in Taylor's case, those photos will forever serve as a reminder of his passion for snowboarding and his bright future ahead.
