ne of Britian's leading artists, John Seerey-Lester crossed the Altantic recently to live and paint in the United States. Working mainly in oil on canvas, his paintings depict East African and North American wildlife. Over the years, his popularity has spread to many countries, and his work is now sought the world over by private collectors and dealers alike.

orn in England, Seerey-Lester trained in art at Salford Technical College and undertook his first professional commission at the age of 13 after taking first prize in a United Kingdom national art competition. A free-lance artist fpr many years, he turned to easel art full time atfer several successful one-man shows. Earlier, his subject matter varied considerably, ranging from avation, landscapes and portraits of nobility to international sports.

ature now dominates Seerey-Lester's canvases. His interest in wildlife began after visits to the more remote parts of southern Europe and Africa. He continues to travel extensively, studying wildlife in its natural habitat. It is this essential research that gives his work the atmosphere and authenticity which makes his paintings so popular with knowledgable wildlife art collectors.

eerey-Lester's art has aided many charities, in particular the World Wildlife Federation. His last exhibition in Gret Britian in November, 1982, was officially opened by renowned ornithologist and artist, Sir Peter Scott, and was held on behalf of the Fund. The exhibiton sold out on the second day, raising thousands of dollars for the preservation of endangered species.