Born in 1966 in London, David Yarrow is a renowned British photographer, widely recognized for his striking wildlife and conservation photography.
His work blends the worlds of fine art, adventure, and conservation, capturing rare and breathtaking moments in nature. Yarrow’s photos often showcase dramatic landscapes and intimate wildlife portraits, with a particular focus on endangered species and remote environments. His ability to capture raw, often vulnerable moments in the animal kingdom has earned him a reputation as one of the leading photographers in his field.
Yarrow initially pursued a career in finance, working in the world of banking and investment, but his passion for photography led him to a new path in the early 2000s. He eventually shifted his focus to photography full-time, specializing in wildlife and adventure photography, often traveling to remote and dangerous locations around the globe to capture his subjects in their natural habitats.
Yarrow’s photography is known for its cinematic style, often featuring animals in larger-than-life, emotionally resonant compositions. His approach to photographing animals, often from unusual perspectives, captures them in a way that both glorifies their beauty and highlights the urgency of wildlife conservation. He has photographed subjects ranging from endangered African elephants and polar bears to wolves and big cats.
His work has been exhibited in galleries around the world, and his images have been sold at high-profile auctions. Yarrow’s fine art prints have become highly sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts, and his charitable endeavours, particularly in the area of wildlife conservation, have also played a key role in his career. He frequently donates proceeds from his photographic sales to environmental and conservation causes.