Artist Spotlight (Local Edition): Claude Taylor


(Paris)

After reading Michael Pollan's In Defense of Food a few weeks ago, I decided to take a more involved role in choosing where my food comes from. I've been checking out local farmer's markets and have really enjoyed interacting with local farmers, artisans, bakers and the DC community.

I look forward to my meals much more, have been eating out less and have been experimenting with vegetables I've never even heard of before. Another happy side effect of this lifestyle change was discovering DC-based photographer Claude Taylor's travel photography. I discovered Taylor's booth at Eastern Market a few weeks ago and promptly picked up about 5 photos. This really is some of the best travel photography I've seen, because it truly captures the spirit of each destination. Not to mention a wonderful focus on street art, architectural details and quaint, "been there forever" storefronts. I apologize for the watermarks, but hopefully it will inspire you to check out Taylor's work in person at his Dupont Circle gallery (1627 Connecticut Avenue) or on travelphotography.net.

(London)

(Italy)

(French Riviera)

(Paris)

(Paris)