Steven Taylor

What is the name of the Photographer?

Steven Taylor 

2) How long has he/she been taking photographs?

Around 3 years 

3) What is the genre in which the Photographer works? (If multiple, list all)

He mentions that the style of his pictures depends on the person he is shooting. He wants it to be a honest representation of the person/ group he is shooting. 

He is a mostly a photographer of musicians.

4) How did the Photographer get his/her start?

He was working at Diesel and got offered to shoot a campaign for the brand. 

5) What is it about Photography that the Photographer finds inspiring?

Steven really likes the personal part of being a photographer. He likes to connect with the models and take “real” and personal pictures. 

6) Does the Photographer have a social or political viewpoint they are trying to convey? Identify.

Not that he mentions 

7) Does the Photographer discuss successes or failures? Identify.

Yes, he stated working with a music manager, and thought it was a good idea but then found out it wasn’t. He continued on his own and worked with multiple celebrates. 

8) What Artists/Photographers does the Photographer admire/emulate?

Dave Martins 

9) Does the Photographer discuss any historical aspects of Photography? Identify.

Not that he mentions 

10) Does the Photographer make any distinctions between Photography and other forms of visual art?

Yes, Photography and music. 

11) What motivates the Photographer to keep taking photos?

he doesn't say what motivates him to keep going but I guess its the same reason as what inspires him. The personal and honest part of shooting someone. 

12) What is it about the Photographer's work that YOU find compelling?

I really like that he is a photographer that does not care to much about the technical stuff and getting the “perfect” picture. He focuses more on the vibe and representation of the person he is shooting which I  find inspiring.