With a discerning eye, photographer Jeff Cathrow travels the world in search of evocative images. Cathrow's success in capturing shadows, light and texture on film and portraying illustrious details via fine art, prints and posters, has secured him a well-deserved niche in the art world. Whether focusing on the architecture of Chicago, Paris or Morocco, or composing one of his compelling color "AbsTracktions' alongside a rusting railroad train, Cathrow consistently serves up luminous slices of life through his unique blend of fine art, travel photography.
Cathrow began his career in 1975, when he made a solo motorcycle journey to Baja California, snapping rolls of Ektachrome with a borrowed camera. Teaching himself darkroom techniques, he soon started exhibiting his art, prints and posters. Cathrow later expanded his portfolio, including destinations ranging from Tahiti, Barbados and Grenada to Scotland, France and the edge of the Sahara. Nowadays, with Europe as his primary focus, Cathrow is best known for his black and white views of Paris, Prague, Venice and Lisbon rendered timeless in his romantic, award-winning style.
Jeff's art, prints and posters are included in numerous collections, such as The Birmingham Museum of Art, The Oakland Museum, Apple Computer, Adobe Systems and the Hilton and Marriott Hotels.