Simon Taylor: Visual Artist and Creative Photographer

Simon Taylor is a visual artist, creative photographer, and curator based in Bath, Southwest, UK. His artistic practice is deeply rooted in the themes of nature, place, and the environment, utilizing a diverse range of media including sketching, printmaking, photography, and film. Taylor's work is often process-led, with ecology-driven narratives at its core, aimed at fostering a deeper connection between individuals and the natural world. A significant aspect of his recent work is the 'Working with Nature' project, supported by Arts Council England, which involves developing arts facilitation workshops intended to improve mental health through creative reconnection with nature. His 'living paintings'—video projections and short films like 'Breathe'—create spaces of stillness and contemplation within both digital and natural environments. Simon Taylor has exhibited his work widely across the United Kingdom, including solo and group shows at prominent venues such as the Royal West of England Academy (RWA), the Victoria Art Gallery, and Pound Arts. In addition to his fine art practice, he provides commercial photography services across portraiture, branding, and documentary projects for diverse clients. His ongoing explorations, such as the 'Unseen Landscapes' series, reflect a commitment to the positive effects of nature on wellbeing and the continuous flux of the seasons.