Joachim Schmeisser Photography
German, b. 1958
With iconic portraits of Africa‘s big game, Joachim Schmeisser became world-famous, and his distinctive visual language, which brought him great international acclaim, earned him the prestigious Hasselblad Master Award in 2012.
The timelessness and intimacy of his photographs are unique and characterized by a delicate sense of "greatness" that transcends ordinary beauty and makes the concept of the "sublime" palpable. He gives us the feeling of witnessing something infinite or unattainable, and his phenomenal lighting moods and incomparable compositions open up emotional levels that are difficult to put into words.
Joachim Schmeisser‘s unique perspective on the world sets him apart and goes far beyond the usual image of nature photography, documentary, or action photography. He reveals to us a magical vision of our world with equal individuals in which we ultimately recognize ourselves.
Joachim Schmeisser is among the most important artists in this genre worldwide. His books on Africa‘s endangered wildlife, "Elephants in Heaven" and "Last of their Kind," have become bestsellers.
(Biography provided by Immagis Fine Art Photography)
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Lionheart, Lion, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, africa
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My Kingdom, black and white, animal, Africa, Photography, Lion
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A big majestic male lion standing on a big rock in the Serengeti.
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Lord of the Land, Lion, black and white photography, Africa, Portrait, Wildlife
By Joachim Schmeisser
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Edition No. 4/12
image size 28 x 28 cm
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Portrait of a male Lion in Kenya, Masai Mara.
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#169, Abstract, Photography, Painting, Expressionism, Pigment print
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Morani, Kenya, Lion, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, africa
By Joachim Schmeisser
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This iconic Lion is called "Morani". he's one of the very famous "Musketeer" Coalition in the Masai Mara National Reserve.
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Rise I, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, rhino, africa
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
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This monumental white rhino bull stands up from the bottom of the ground in Solio, Kenya. Dust is blowing around.
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Wild Love, contemporary, wildlife, black and white photography, Lion
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Edition of 7
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A Portrait of big majestic male lion lying in the sun.
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Cut in Stone, Rhino, black and white, animal, Africa, Photography
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
"Cut in Stone" Kenya 2019
Edition No. 9/12
Print size 37 x 28 cm
signed and numbered
Framed with mat and anti-reflex glass
A white Rhino is standing in the morning mist.
Joachim Schmeisser is represented by leading Galleries worldwide. His photographs are among the most sought-after and best-selling works in this genre worldwide and earned him an ever-growing following amongst art collectors.
Born in 1958, has made a name for himself in various branches of photography. As an advertising photographer, the Munich native started working for international companies in the 1980s, and he was a pioneer in analogue compositing with his use of multiple exposures.
But photography can be so much more than technical skill and a joy in experimentation. Building on his intense interest in his subject matter, his deeply personal view of the world, and his special way of seeing and self-expression, he has developed an equally unique and compelling visual language. This particularly characterizes the independent artistic work he has been creating since 2009 in places such as Ghana, Tanzania, and Kenya. With his iconic wildlife portraits, Joachim Schmeisser has gained widespread acclaim, receiving the prestigious Hasselblad Masters Award for his work in 2012. Several books of his photography have been issued by renowned publishing houses.
His photographic work stands out from other artists in this genre and his unique visual language is often tried to be copied but never achieved.
THE ETERNAL SUBLIME
His deep interest in and his unique view of the world are what contribute to the profound impact of Joachim Schmeisser’s work. His photographs are always difficult to describe because they transcend the familiar and depict that which was once hidden, making it tangible.
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Primo, Kenya, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, elephant
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
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Black Tears II, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, cheetah
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Edition of 12
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A Cheetah mum is sitting in the savannah.
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Noble Soul, africa, Rhino, animal, wildlife, black and white photography
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Edition 10
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I captured this monumental Rhino at the foot of Mount Kenya. It lives in a special Rhino conservation area where the las...
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Dramatic Crossing, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, elephant
By Joachim Schmeisser
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An elephant herd is crossing a river in Masai Mara.
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A King's time, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, Lion
By Joachim Schmeisser
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A big male lion lying proud in the savannah.
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Sarabi + Simba, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, lion, africa
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Elephant Bull with two birds, animal, black and white photography, africa
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Edition 3
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Soulmates, Elephant, animal, wildlife, black and white photography
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Edition No. 8/15
image size 50 x 38 cm / 20 x 15 in
framed size 70 x 60 cm / 27.5 x 23.6 in
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Young orphan elephants that nes...
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Shelter, contemporary, Lion, black and white, animal, Africa, Photography
By Joachim Schmeisser
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Edition of 7
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A scenery like a painting. Some lions enjoying the evening on a rock.
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Heaven sent, black and white, animal, Africa, Photography, Cheetah
By Joachim Schmeisser
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Edition of 7
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A Cheetah family is sitting in the savannah and look out for prey.
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Cheetah with babies, blackandhwite photography, Africa, Portrait, Wildlife
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Portrait of a spotting Cheetah and her cubs.
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Huey, Dewey and Louie, Kenya, Lion, wildlife, photography
By Joachim Schmeisser
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Limited Edition of 5
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This encounter happened in the very early dawn. The three lion cups were playing in the grass and looked at me very curious. Less than 16,...
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Primo, Kenya, Elephant, b&w photography, wildlife
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Limited Edition of 5
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Leopard Lady and baby, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, africa
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Edition of 10
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A black and white image of wild elephant babies playing together in the tall grass in Amboseli National Park in Keny...
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Black Tears I, animal, wildlife, black and white photography, cheetah
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Edition of 12
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A Cheetah mum is sitting in the savannah.
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