William Fortescue

"Fortescue is one of the finest photographers of his generation...His work has the power to change the world." Square Mile Magazine

About The Artist

With an instantly recognisable image style, William has utilised his internationally acclaimed imagery to raise over £150,000 for a variety of charitable organisations.

Always striving to reforge connections between people and wild places, William's harnessed his decade of experience in the African bush to create stunning, bespoke safaris - be it group photographic itineraries or privately guided adventures, each following his strict wildlife first mantra.

"When you get the shot, you know instantly. It's a truly addictive feeling, and one i spend days at a time chasing."

North | South

The New Series

William has just announced the largest undertaking of his work to date - North|South. The twin collections focus on our two hemispheres, studying how and why the equator determines the lives of some of the world's most iconic species. Featuring a collection of his best selling prints and never before seen images, it is the most comprehensive series William has released to date.

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North

From the tundras of Alaska to the mountains of the Himalayas, North took William to some of the most isolated corners of the globe. He returned with some of his best work to date.

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Global Presence

Gallery Representation

William's work is represented by a growing number of international galleries and has been exhibited in multiple solo exhibitions and art fairs across Europe and America.

South

South's roots delve deep in Africa, as with William's photographic origns. The collection's initial chapers were created in five countries in sub-Saharan Africa, while William now plans future chapters in South America and Antartica.

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International Recognition

Recent Awards

With over 30 international awards to his name, William's work has been acredited at multiple international competitions. Including the cover image of Wildlife Photographer of the Year in 2024, the industry's most respected competition.

Photo Tours

Join William On Safari

Every year William guides a small number of group photo tours. Each safari visits the very destinations he creates his images with expert in-field tuition paired with stunning camps.

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Photo Tours

Join William On Safari

Every year William guides a small number of group photo tours. Each safari visits the very destinations he creates his images with expert in-field tuition paired with stunning camps.

All Photo Tours All Photo Tours

Photo Tours

Join William On Safari

Every year William guides a small number of group photo tours. Each safari visits the very destinations he creates his images with expert in-field tuition paired with stunning camps.

All Photo Tours All Photo Tours

Photo Tours

Join William On Safari

Every year William guides a small number of group photo tours. Each safari visits the very destinations he creates his images with expert in-field tuition paired with stunning camps.

All Photo Tours All Photo Tours

Own The Book

William's debut coffee table book, The Last Stand (2021) contains 100 of his breakthrough images and some of the astounding stories behind them. Limited to just 1,000 copies it is a true collectors item of William's early work.