About Peter McIntosh

Peter McIntosh, an award-winning photographer, began his career as a photographer’s mate in the U.S. Navy. His work has been featured in numerous prestigious publications, including National Geographic Traveler, Southern Living, Atlanta Magazine, Oxford American, and the Wall Street Journal. His photos also appear prominently in Robert Redford’s film, A Walk In The Woods.

Peter contributes both writing and photography to the monthly adventure column in The Laurel of Northeast Georgia. One of his images graced the cover of Our Southern Eden, a coffee table book celebrating Lake Burton’s Centennial, written by Mike Mafette.

A passionate conservation photographer, Peter supports organizations like the Chattooga Conservancy, Georgia ForestWatch, and Chattahoochee River Keepers. His work has been displayed multiple times in the Governor’s Office and the Governor's Mansion ballroom. In 2018, Congressman Doug Collins honored him with a proclamation for his dedication to capturing the beauty of the Southern Appalachians. Peter is also a Hambidge Fellow.

Peter’s photographs are currently showcased at Fortify Kitchen and Bar in Clayton, GA, and are part of significant collections in Atlanta, New York City, Palm Springs, Telluride, Doha, and Qatar.