Capturing life's moments with Kevin Molano

Kevin Molano: Since photography is an art, I believe that the environment we are in, what we experience, and what we are constantly seeing directly influences the way we approach photography.

Kevin Molano: Photography opened the door to many great possibilities. Since I started, I’ve learned to see my surroundings, appreciate everyday beauty, meet amazing people - athletes, artists, and most importantly, rediscover the world through my own vision.

Kevin Molano: I think I love all extreme sports, but if I had to choose one, I’d say BMX freestyle because it was the sport that introduced me to the world of action. I started practicing it when I was 10 years old and continued for over 9 years, which created a special bond and deep affection for this sport.

Kevin Molano: The day I took this photo, I had the idea in my head to take a lot of action shots. I knew I might come across a situation like Nataly’s because the area where I took the picture is very extreme and even dangerous. But when I met her along the way and saw that, despite her shocking injuries, she was happy, it conveyed something very special to me. Later, while selecting photos for the contest, even though it wasn’t my favorite, I felt it had something unique.

Kevin Molano: There are many achievements that have been significant in my life. The first would be being able to live off photography today, which is my passion. Without a doubt, being a finalist in the Red Bull Illume competition for three consecutive editions ranks as one of my most special achievements because it fills me with pride representing my country in this great competition.

Kevin Molano: I believe in always giving my best as a way of gratitude and recognition to every collaborator involved in the project—athletes, brands, and the team—who give their all to ensure the best outcome.