Taxel Image Group

read moreYou start a business to make a living. And that's what photographer Barney Taxel did when he opened his studio- still in the same converted factory space now as then. But it's always been about more than that. It's a way to make a life, a good life, a meaningful and fulfilling one built on creativity, community and civic engagement. He's developed a solid reputation as an artist and a craftsman, a dependable professional that holds himself to the highest standards. He's known as a person who pursues excellence no matter what the project, how big or small the job.

read moreBarney Taxel, Cleveland, Ohio, based photographer and Taxel Creative are experts in studio and location food, drink, dessert, beverage, housewares, restaurant, and resort professional photography and styling. Taxel works locally, regionally, nationally and worldwide capturing cuisine and environs for editorial, public relations, marketing and advertising clients. Additional specialties in architecture, still life, lifestyle, and fine art photography informs and enhances Barney's food and beverage photographic work.

read moreTaxel Creative offers intern positions for college photography majors coordinated with the winter-spring, summer, and fall-winter terms. The program is personalized, with a commitment of 10-20 hours per week for approximately 15 weeks (summer term- 10-16 hours per week for 10 weeks). Interns observe and participate in all aspects of the studio operation. Students come from Kent State University, Cuyahoga Community College, Cleveland Institute of Art, Case Western Reserve University, Ohio University, and other institutions, meeting the internship requirements of their curriculum.