John’s Walmsley's Substack

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Where documentary photographer, John Walmsley, writes about his photography, the thinking, the shooting, exhibiting and publishing. Plus, how to find and pursue people who use our work without permission or payment.

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About John Walmsley

2nd place, World Street Photo Awards, decisive moment, Dec 2025. Finalist, Head On Photo Fest, landscape, Sydney, Oct 2025. Professional documentary photographer. Author of 14 books. Work held in collections and in group exhibitions worldwide.

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