Frans Lanting

Photographer

Birthday July 13, 1951

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Rotterdam, Netherlands

Age 72 years old

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About

Dutch photographer best known for his wildlife photography. He has worked for National Geographic and has appeared in books, magazines, and exhibitions around the world showing his work from the Amazon River basin, Africa, and Antarctica.

Before Fame

He holds a master's degree in economics. He later studied environmental planning in the United States. 

Trivia

He co-founded the North American Nature Photographers Association. Some of the animals featured in his famous photographs include cheetahs, whales, and penguins.

Family Life

He married Christine Eckstrom, who is an editor and videographer for National Geographic. 

Associated With

He used music composed by Philip Glass in his 2006 exhibit Life: A Journey Through Time.