ARTIST

BEAU SIMMONS

Charleston | SC

 
 
 
 

Transitioning away from an outstanding career in fashion photography, Beau Simmons now focuses on capturing the essence of Western culture through film photography. He has worked on some of the largest ranches, both on and off horseback, documenting the lives of cowboys across diverse landscapes.

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AVAILABLE WORKS

 
 
 
 

ARTIST STATEMENT

Beau Simmons has been a professional photographer since 2009. Initially known for his work as a fashion photographer, collaborating with renowned brands like Marc Jacobs, Guess Jeans, and Converse, he became a sought-after photographer for top modeling agencies like Elite Models, IMG, and Ford Models.

However, Beau’s heart lies in the Western lifestyle and the beauty of the American landscape. Transitioning away from fashion, he now focuses on capturing the essence of this culture through medium and large-format film photography. He has worked on some of the largest ranches in the United States, both on and off horseback, documenting the lives of cowboys across diverse landscapes. Inspired by masters like Richard Avedon, Slim Aarons, and Steven Shore, his work evokes nostalgia and emotion, preserving authentic moments from a forgotten era.

A strong advocate for veterans, Beau’s storytelling culminated in his first coffee table book, The Twenty-Year War, created in collaboration with combat veterans, followed by a traveling exhibition in various museums after its release in 2021. He actively supports numerous causes, including cancer research, partnering with organizations like The American Cancer Society and the Careity Foundation. His collaboration with writer and Director of the hit television series Yellowstone, Taylor Sheridan, unveiled the timeless allure of the Four Sixes Ranch, offering an indelible tribute while championing cancer support services.

In just three years as an artist, Beau showcased his work at Art Miami, one of the world’s largest art fairs, where he gained significant recognition and established a strong presence in the art community. This experience has since opened doors for further leading art fairs, exhibitions, and collaborations, allowing him to share his unique vision with a broader audience. His dedication to authenticity and storytelling continues to inspire, paving the way for new and exciting opportunities in the art world.

 
 
 
 

EXHIBITIONS

EXHIBITIONS / ART FAIRS

  • Hamptons Fine Art Fair, Southampton, NY —2024

  • Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary, Palm Beach, FL —2024

  • The Twenty-Year War: Our Next Greatest Generation - USAA, San Antonio, TX —2024

  • LA Art Show, Los Angeles, CA —2024

  • Art Palm Beach, Palm Beach, FL —2024

  • Art Basel, Miami, FL —2023

  • Reflections of the West - Markowicz Fine Art, Dallas, TX —2023

  • Persistence of Memory - Anne Neilson Fine Art, Charlotte, NC —2023

  • Highest Bidding Artwork Sold: "The World Needs More Cowboys" - Cattle Barons Ball, Dallas, TX —2022

  • The Twenty-Year War: Our Next Greatest Generation - National Veterans Memorial & Museum, Columbus, OH —2022

PRESS / PRINT

ART GALLERIES

  • Christopher Martin Gallery - Dallas, TX & Aspen, CO

  • Markowicz Fine Art - Laguna Niguel, CA & Miami, FL

  • House of Spoils - Los Angeles, CA

  • Anne Neilson Fine Art - Charlotte, NC

  • Trimper Gallery - Greenwich, CT

  • Visions West Contemporary - Livingston / Bozeman, MT & Denver, CO