Now a resident of Florida's west
coast, Seerey-Lester is a native of Great Britain. He was educated in
art at Salford Technical College in Lancashire, England, and worked
in the fields of advertising and publishing before becoming a
professional artist. Working predominately in oils, Seerey-Lester
paints East African and North American wildlife subjects.
He has been selected numerous times for the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum's prestigiouss "Birds in Art" show and tour, including the 1986 China tour. Seerey-Lester was also honored as Ducks Unlimited's artist for their 50th Anniversary stamp and print program in 1988.
John Seerey-Lester devotes much time and attention to the preservation of wilderness and wildlife. The quality and ingenuity of Seerey-Lester's art reflect his sincere love and appreciation of the inner working of nature.