Taylor Terry

​Taylor Terry - Georgia
Nomination by Dimitri Terry
Photography by Aspen Reign Inspirations
Issue 80 of Inspiring Teens Magazine
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​Nomination: Taylor Terry is a young lady with a sweet and kind spirit. Anyone she encounters from her friends, to family, teachers and even strangers always say she is a kind and peaceful person to be around. Watching her apply to several colleges, and experiencing rejection from her top choice, was tough. However, knowing at that moment, God was doing something new. She suddenly received an email from a college that was not on her radar and was accepted. Taylor is kind, humble to anyone that needs her. She’s patient, witty, a volunteer, loves photography, and a blessing to many.

Tell us about your friend group and what you like to do together.
My friend group is authentic, energetic, funny and supportive. We like to chat together about anything and everything and honestly just laugh and have a good time!

What is a favorite memory with your friends?
My favorite memory with my friends would be in AP Literature class where we all were struggling with the tape dispenser. It sounds silly, but we were all laughing so hard at a simple task.

What is your family like? Where do you fit in, and where do you stand out?
My family is very encouraging, loving, energetic and loud. I would say I fit in at the energetic part. I like to have fun and create memories. Also, I would say I am more reserved than most and that is where I stand out.

What is a favorite family tradition you hope never ends?
A family tradition I hope never ends would be celebrating 4th of July with my cousins at the lake.

What will you miss most about high school?
I will miss the incredible teachers I got to see everyday!

What are you most looking forward to at college?
I am looking forward to being in a new environment and the chance to meet new people from all over the country.

What volunteer opportunities have you participated in?
I have volunteered at Columbus High School, Feeding The Valley, Begin Again Farms, Church of the Highlands and Cascade Hills.

Which has been your favorite and why?
I am going to go with volunteering at Cascade Hills has been my favorite, because I am able to meet people within my church community, build deeper connections with people from my school that attend the church and share our faith.

What kind of photography do you love?
I have captured different styles of photography, and I can’t really choose one. Though one of my top favorites are portraits and pet photography.

If you could go anywhere and photograph anything or anyone, what or who would it be and why?
I would go to Italy and photograph the landscape, buildings, and people in their everyday life. Italy has always been one of my top places to visit and the culture there is rich. It is also filled with amazing architectural spaces.

What inspiring things about you does your nomination not cover?
I would say that I am very calm and creative. Most of my inspiration comes from my mom and friends. They inspire me to do my best through obstacles and accomplish things with high standards. I have been doing photography for about six months with a mentor. Which allows me to use a creative outlet and take pictures of my town and the beauty within it.

What else would you like to talk about?
I would like to say that I am very excited for this opportunity and would like to show appreciation to my mom for nominating me. Also, giving recognition to my amazing photographer Aspen. It was so effortless and a breeze to work with her.

What do you feel passionate about or could talk about forever?
I would say I am passionate about movies. I love movies the way an actor/actress takes a role and embodies it. The way a movie can tell a story within just around two hours. Whether it’s going to the movies or picking one at home, I really enjoy watching them. The way it can bring people together just based on the fact that people would like the same movie.

How did you find your photographer, Aspen Reign Inspirations? What was your experience like? What did you love most about it?
I found my photographer because I grew up with her. I met Aspen when I was in elementary school at the YMCA. We weren’t that close but I hung out with her a couple of times. I later reconnected back in high school when we attended the same school. When she graduated, she started a photography business and after seeing her amazing photos I booked her. I had an incredible time taking photos with her. She was very supportive and gave me praise on poses and knew exactly where to go around town.

If you had nothing to do and all day to do it, where would we find you?
You would find me in a mall.

What is up next for you that you are super excited about?
Starting college in a new city!

What is the hardest thing you have ever accomplished, and how did you do it?
The hardest thing I had to accomplish was deciding where to go for college. I prayed about where to go and the door was opened.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to be where you are today?
Do not give up! It can get hard, but having support around you makes it easier.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years/what are your plans?
I hope to see myself as a college graduate, working my dream job, living in a nice city and traveling.

What is your favorite activity or pastime that was not in your nomination?
I like to listen to music.

Do you have a hidden talent? What is it?
I learned to play piano

3 Things on your bucket list
1. Travel to Europe
2.Buy my dream car
3.Become fluent in Spanish

Who do you find inspiring?
My mother, Dimi

What about you inspires others/why do you think you are inspiring?
I think I inspire others just, because I am kind and honest. I also think it's your actions that people watch.

Is there anything else you would like to tell us?
I’m grateful for this opportunity. I hope I encourage someone watching to step outside of their comfort zone and reach their dream.

Look for Taylor in issue 80 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!
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