Chris Joseph Taylor is a young aspiring photojournalist who recently joined The Seattle Times staff in April of 2007. Born and raised in the Seattle area Chris earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in news editorial journalism from Western Washington University. He currently shoots weddings and freelance assignments on the side. Chris has also worked at The Bellingham Herald, The Tri-City Herald and at the Kitsap Sun. Currently residing in Seattle, Chris can be found shooting hoop or hanging out with friends when he's not taking photographs.