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James Lewin The Leopard, The Rock, and The Acacia For Sale
James Lewin
The Leopard, The Rock, and The Acacia, 2023
Gelatin silver print
18 x 29.5 in - Ed of 8 - $2,500 28 x 46 in - Ed of 8 - $3,500 38 x 62.25 in - Ed of 6 - $6,500 48 x 78.75 in - Ed of 6 - $9,500
About this work
This striking gelatin silver print captures a solitary leopard positioned on a massive rock formation, framed by the distinctive silhouette of an acacia tree. Lewin's masterful command of traditional black-and-white photography reveals itself in the image's remarkable tonal range and precise detail. The composition balances the raw power of the big cat against the ancient, weathered texture of stone and the elegant lines of African vegetation. The gelatin silver process lends the work a timeless quality, with deep blacks and luminous highlights that draw the eye across the frame's carefully considered elements. Lewin continues the legacy of classical wildlife photography while bringing a contemporary eye to the genre. This work demonstrates why his prints have become increasingly sought after by collectors who appreciate both technical excellence and evocative subject matter. Offered in four edition sizes to suit various collecting needs and spaces, the print represents an opportunity to acquire museum-quality photography that bridges documentary observation and fine art practice. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.
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Edition & Provenance
- Year
- 2023
- Medium
- Gelatin silver print
About James Lewin
James Lewin is a British fine art wildlife photographer based in Kenya. He is entirely self-taught, having first picked up a camera while working with anti-poaching and research units on the front line of conservation. He later left a career in real estate in London to pursue photography full time.
Lewin photographs wild animals exclusively in their natural habitats, often working from customized vehicles or on foot, and getting within close range of his subjects using wide-angle lenses shot from a low vantage point. This approach emphasizes scale and presence, giving his black and white images a monumental, almost sculptural quality. He spends extended periods in remote parts of Africa, following individual animals for weeks at a time in pursuit of compositions that capture a rare moment of intimacy or drama.
His work carries a strong conservation focus, and Lewin has partnered with organizations supporting anti-poaching efforts and habitat protection across Africa, directing a portion of print sales toward these causes. He has received more than 25 international awards for his photography.
Lewin's photographs have raised significant funds for wildlife conservation, contributing to efforts to protect wildlife corridors and endangered species including Africa's remaining "Big Tuskers" and the black rhino.
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