David Yarrow

DAVID YARROW  In recent decades, the legendary British photographer David Yarrow has created unique images of some of the world's most iconic personalities, sports moments, and endangered species. Photographer Yarrow's journey (born in 1966 in Glasgow, Scotland) has been exceptional in every way. The attention to his work has translated into exceptional auction results and sales in recent years. Thanks to this success, David has been able to donate more than 12 million euros to charity to date, making him one of the most influential and successful photographers in the world. In his book ‘Storytelling’, Yarrow takes his work to the next level through tales of adventure and misadventure on an epic scale. This stunning retrospective of Yarrow’s storytelling work, has earned him even wider acclaim in the fine-art market. This assemblage of unmatched work brings the magic and brilliance of the big screen to still photography. Inspired by the great film directors, Yarrow tells his own cinematic stories – from the wide-open vistas of the American West to the beaches of the Caribbean, from the coasts of Alaska to the plains of Africa, and from the Sea of Cortez to an old saloon in Montana. Whether poignant, dramatic or provocative, the images always resonate deeply with their viewers. “On my journey, I increasingly use my camera to tell stories as opposed to take pictures. To the extent that art should be interpretative rather than literal; this is a progression”, - David Yarrow BIOGRAPHY David Yarrow (1966, Glasgow) began his career as a photographer of international sporting events. Today, the legendary Scottish photographer embraces every danger and challenge to capture the beauty of the world’s most captivating and endangered species. Frozen Arctic tundras, vast African deserts, and untouched rainforests have all become familiar terrain for him. Yarrow is known for his meticulous preparation, relentless perseverance, and cautious patience in the field. Following Robert Capa’s motto, "If your photos aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough," he distinguishes himself by creating an almost tangible experience through his work. David Yarrow’s photography transcends the genre of wildlife photography and is collected and exhibited worldwide as visual art. As a fine art photographer, Yarrow has built an unparalleled reputation, reaching millions with his larger-than-life photographs. In addition to being a photographer and artist, David is a conservationist. A significant portion of the proceeds from his photos and books benefits foundations such as WildAid and the African Conservation Charity Tusk, for which David serves as an ambassador. Numerous publications have featured David Yarrow’s work, and he has published four books, with *David Yarrow Photography* being the most recent. His work is part of prestigious museum collections and is exhibited worldwide, in iconic locations such as Times Square, London’s Saatchi Gallery, the Buhrle Museum, the Phillips Gallery, and Christie’s headquarters. Recently, his piece *78 Degrees North* was auctioned at Sotheby’s for an astounding $110,000.