Description: (Former Photographer, diarist whose photographs of Africa, African animals and the journals that often integrated his photographs, have been widely shown and published since the 1960s)
Peter Beard was a well-known American artist, photographer, diarist, and writer celebrated for his work in New York City, Montauk, and Kenya. He became famous for his compelling photographs of Africa and its wildlife, which he often paired with his own diary entries. From the 1960s onwards, Beard's distinctive combination of photography and narrative has been widely displayed and published, highlighting his profound attachment to Africa and its animals. His legacy endures as a source of inspiration for artists and photographers globally.