
James Lewin
Giraffe City, 2022
Silver gelatin print
18 x 37 in
Ed of 8
28 x 57.5 in
Ed of 8
38 x 78 in
Ed of 6
48 x 98.5 in
Ed of 6
Ed of 8
28 x 57.5 in
Ed of 8
38 x 78 in
Ed of 6
48 x 98.5 in
Ed of 6
Copyright The Artist
James Lewin’s photography of giraffes offers a fresh and quietly powerful perspective on one of Africa’s most graceful animals. Captured in black and white, his images emphasize the giraffe’s elegant...
James Lewin’s photography of giraffes offers a fresh and quietly powerful perspective on one of Africa’s most graceful animals. Captured in black and white, his images emphasize the giraffe’s elegant form, long lines, and gentle presence against vast, open landscapes. By stripping away color, Lewin draws attention to light, shadow, and texture - creating timeless compositions that highlight the giraffe’s quiet strength and vulnerability. Often portrayed in moments of stillness or movement across the plains, these photographs celebrate the giraffe not just as a symbol of beauty, but as a vital part of the ecosystem - one increasingly at risk. Through his lens, Lewin invites us to pause, look closer, and connect with the wild in a more meaningful way.