Taeo
It’s been almost 2 months since I started this photography project and I am shocked by how much I have learned in just a few short weeks.
Each person I meet teaches me something new…
Sometimes it’s a technical photography lesson.
Sometimes it’s a lesson about human communication.
Other times it’s a lesson about human expression.
My encounter with Taeo taught me a very simple lesson. Something that I actually experienced several times before I met Taeo, but it finally clicked into place:
People with fashion style like having their photos taken.
I’m talking about humans who put thought and effort into the art they put on their bodies.
I imagine humans like Taeo have carefully selected each element they wear, just like an art curator would carefully select which pieces to showcase in a gallery. Whether it’s loud or subtle, it’s not an accident.
It might look effortless, but my guess is that a lot of heart goes into having a style like Taeo’s.
The idea of having that effort seen or recognized through the lens of a street photographer might feel nice for a stylish human like Taeo.
Taeo, if you somehow end up reading this let me know: do you approach your personal style like an art project?
Love,
D
PS: If you want to see the behind the scenes video of me approaching Taeo and making these photos, check out my Instagram or my TikTok. It’s less than 60 seconds long and super fun.
