Titian Peale
American photographer
Died when: 85 years 131 days (1024 months)Star Sign: Scorpio
Titian Ramsay Peale (November 2, 1799 – March 13, 1885) was an American artist, naturalist, and explorer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.He was a scientific illustrator whose paintings and drawings of wildlife are known for their beauty and accuracy.
Peale was a member of several high-profile scientific expeditions.In 1819–1820, he and Thomas Say accompanied Stephen Harriman Long on an expedition to the Rocky Mountains.
He was also a member of the United States Exploring Expedition (1838–1842).Starting around 1855 Peale became an enthusiastic amateur photographer.Many of his photographs featured buildings and landscapes in and around Washington D.C.
He joined a local club with other amateur photographers and participated in field trips, photo exchanges and contests.By the end of the Civil War, his interest in photography waned and he only occasionally took pictures.
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