Chris Dei

Biography

Chris Dei is an award winning photographer whose wildlife images depict the beauty of a world most of us can only dream about. Originally trained as a classical pianist in the U.S. and Europe, she brings a lifetime of experience and creativity to her work.



A highly sought after photographer for her insightful portrait work as well, Chris has worked on major digital projects for The Philadelphia Orchestra, Carnegie Hall, The JFK Center for the Performing Arts and many of the world’s most renowned performing concert artists.

When she is not in her studio, she can be found in some of the most challenging and remote areas of the world. She is an active member of the North American Nature Photography Association, and a passionate advocate of environmental and wildlife conservation. She has recently been elected a member of the Worldwide Nature Artists Group – a highly selective and prestigeous group of the most renowned wildlife and nature artists in the world. Her Fine Art wildlife work has been exhibited throughout the U.S. and Europe, and is featured in collections of celebrities such as Ali MacGraw and James Gandolfini.

Chris has travelled and photographed in Europe, The Middle East, South America and Africa; her recent work in Kenya and Tanzania is receiving international attention and wide critical acclaim.

She is currently represented by the Agora and Yorks Shona Galleries in New York.