2023
David Yarrow, born 1966 in Scotland, took up photography at an early age, as a 20-year-old he found himself working as a photographer for The London Times on the pitch at the World Cup Final in Mexico City. On that day, he took the sensationalized picture of Diego Maradona holding the World Cup and, as a result, was subsequently asked to cover the Olympics and numerous other high profile sporting events.
Many years later, Yarrow established himself as a fine art photographer by documenting the natural world from new perspectives and recent years have been career-defining for his mark on the world of contemporary fine art photography.
Yarrow’s evocative and immersive photography of life on earth is most distinctive and has earned him an ever-growing following among art collectors and celebrities. His distinct large monochrome images made in Los Angeles are on display in leading galleries and museums across Europe and North America. Yarrow is now recognized as one of the best-selling fine art photographers in the world and his limited edition works regularly sell at high prices at Sotheby’s and other auction houses.
In September 2019, Rizzoli published their second book by Yarrow, with a personal foreword written by global NFL star Tom Brady and thoughtful afterword written by American cultural icon and supermodel Cindy Crawford. All royalties from the book have been donated to conservation charities Tusk in the UK and WildAid in the US.
Yarrow's position in the industry has been rewarded with a wide range of advisory and ambassadorial roles. He is an ambassador for WildArk and The Kevin Richardson Foundation and is the European ambassador for Nikon. Yarrow has been integral to Nikon's most anticipated camera release of the last decade. In December 2017, he shot LVMH’s latest “Don’t Crack Under Pressure” campaign with Cara Delevingne. In January 2019, he was appointed as a global ambassador for UBS. In the spring of 2020, Yarrow was appointed a global ambassador for Best Buddies – one of America’s most established children’s charities.
Yarrow became an ambassador for the African Community and Conservation Foundation and presented his work in the Endangered Rangers virtual fundraiser. At the start of 2020, Yarrow was in Australia documenting the devastating bush fires that have destroyed communities, wildlife and wildlands. Using the striking images that he captured of the effects of the fire, he launched the #KoalaComeback Campaign to support the recovery efforts in Australia. The campaign raised over $1.4 million, and as Yarrow continues to work for humanitarian causes, his steadfast determination continues to make positive change for the benefit of global awareness. Currently, Yarrow continues to create stunning imagery with lasting global impact and archival quality that speaks to his reverence for the art of photography in capturing the wonders of the world.
Find a collection of original David Yarrow photography on 1stDibs.
The Gold Digger Saloon
By David Yarrow
Located in Chicago, IL
The Gold Digger Saloon Telluride, Colorado - 2023 LARGE 56” x 92” Unframed 71” x 107” Framed Edition of 12 STANDARD 37” x 61” Unframed 52” x 76” Framed Edition of 12 "This tab...
Archival Pigment
Code Red
By David Yarrow
Located in Chicago, IL
Code Red Minturn, Colorado - 2024 Archival Pigment Print on 315gsm Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Baryta Paper. Available Sizes: Standard 37" x 47" Unframed 52" x 62" Framed Edition of 1...
Archival Pigment
Code Red
By David Yarrow
Located in Chicago, IL
Code Red Minturn, Colorado - 2024 Archival Pigment Print on 315gsm Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Baryta Paper. Available Sizes: Standard 37" x 47" Unframed 52" x 62" Framed Edition of 1...
Archival Pigment
The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar (Colour)
By David Yarrow
Located in Chicago, IL
The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar (Colour) Jacksonhole, Wyoming - 2025 Archival Pigment Print on 315gsm Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Baryta Paper. Available Sizes: Standard 37" x 42" Unframed 52" x 57" Framed Edition of 12 Large 56" x 64" Unframed 71" x 79" Framed Edition of 12 "Established in 1937, the Million Dollar Cowboy bar in Jackson, Wyoming is one of America’s landmark honky tonks. Its authentic western vibe draws hundreds of visitors a day and yet despite this fame, the joint retains a folksy charm. That is quite a trick. It is the epicentre of the Jackson Hole community and probably always will be. Clint Eastwood has acted in the bar (Any Which Way You Can), Willie Nelson and Hank Williams Jr have sung there and I thought it was high time we filmed there. I was drawn to the ageless facade of the bar, with its retro neon lighting and famous rotating cowboy on horseback sign on the roof. My creative pondering never departed much from the premise that this backdrop offered a definitive sense of place and had to be paid homage to. Neon lights don’t do themselves justice during the day, but as the bar is busy until closing, 365 days a year, shooting at night offered challenges. The solution was to film at 5.30 am and, on the morning of the shoot, this offered some bonuses as there was fresh snow and a temperature of 0°F. This extreme cold allowed the exhaust fumes from the Ford Bronco to add more drama to the set. I think a few cowboys were left a little disappointed with the manner of the cowgirl’s departure in this tableau. To leave the bar alone is one thing, but to leave with a wolf must have been distressing for all her courters. We would like to acknowledge John Baxter...
Archival Pigment
Code Red II by David Yarrow - Standard - Available Now - Colorado - Skiing
By David Yarrow
Located in Chicago, IL
Code Red II Minturn Saloon, Colorado - 2024 Standard Edition of 12, 3 APs, 1 EP Image Size: 37" x 47" Framed Size (with a 5" mat): 52" x 62" Standard (Edition 10/12) available for ...
Archival Pigment
The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar (Colour)
By David Yarrow
Located in Chicago, IL
"The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar (Colour)" Jacksonhole, Wyoming - 2025 Archival Pigment Print on 315gsm Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Baryta Paper. Available Sizes: Standard 37" x 42" Unframed 52" x 57" Framed Edition of 12 Large 56" x 64" Unframed 71" x 79" Framed Edition of 12 "Established in 1937, the Million Dollar Cowboy bar in Jackson, Wyoming is one of America’s landmark honky tonks. Its authentic western vibe draws hundreds of visitors a day and yet despite this fame, the joint retains a folksy charm. That is quite a trick. It is the epicentre of the Jackson Hole community and probably always will be. Clint Eastwood has acted in the bar (Any Which Way You Can), Willie Nelson and Hank Williams Jr have sung there and I thought it was high time we filmed there. I was drawn to the ageless facade of the bar, with its retro neon lighting and famous rotating cowboy on horseback sign on the roof. My creative pondering never departed much from the premise that this backdrop offered a definitive sense of place and had to be paid homage to. Neon lights don’t do themselves justice during the day, but as the bar is busy until closing, 365 days a year, shooting at night offered challenges. The solution was to film at 5.30 am and, on the morning of the shoot, this offered some bonuses as there was fresh snow and a temperature of 0°F. This extreme cold allowed the exhaust fumes from the Ford Bronco to add more drama to the set. I think a few cowboys were left a little disappointed with the manner of the cowgirl’s departure in this tableau. To leave the bar alone is one thing, but to leave with a wolf must have been distressing for all her courters. We would like to acknowledge John Baxter...
Archival Pigment
'The Gold Digger Saloon' - Models and Bison in Snow, Color FIne Art Photography
By David Yarrow
Located in Vienna, AT
Set against a vast alpine panorama, “The Gold Digger Saloon” is a bold collision of frontier mythology and après-ski glamour. A weathered wooden saloon rises from the snow-covered pl...
Archival Pigment
Shangri La, Fine Art Photography
By David Yarrow
Located in Vienna, AT
Shangri La by David Yarrow. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector rec...
Archival Pigment
Cloud 9, Aspen - Aprés Ski with Champagne in Snow, Fine Art Photography, 2022
By David Yarrow
Located in Vienna, AT
A theatrical celebration of alpine excess, “Cloud 9, Aspen” captures the spirit of high-altitude glamour with wit and precision. Amid towering champagne bottles, vintage skis and sno...
Archival Pigment
David Yarrow - The Last Chance Saloon, Photography 2019, Printed After
By David Yarrow
Located in Greenwich, CT
"The Last Chance Saloon" David Yarrow Digital Pigment Print on Archival 315gsm Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Baryta Paper Comes signed and pre-framed with ...
Archival Paper, Rag Paper, Digital Pigment
'There will be Oil' - Semi Nude with Oldtimer, Wild West, Fine Art Photography
By David Yarrow
Located in Vienna, AT
A lone female figure stands defiantly between a vintage automobile and a violently erupting oil derrick, her stance unwavering as chaos unfolds behind her. In “There Will Be Oil”, Da...
Archival Pigment
'Purgatory' - Historic Train in a Snowy Wild West Setting, Fine Art Photography
By David Yarrow
Located in Vienna, AT
A steam locomotive stands immovable in the snow, a column of dense smoke rising violently into the winter sky. Before it, an entire frontier town assembles in solemn formation outsid...
Archival Pigment
