Street & Documentary Photography
“Unapologetically honest, and in some cases tinged with humour, this collection of photographs document another important chapter in the story of Britain’s post-industrial heritage.”
Imogen Holmes-Roe
Curator of Art & Photography
National Mining Museum for England
Portfolio
Documentary and street photography from Yorkshire and beyond. Decades of work capturing people and places of post industrial Britain.
Books
Photography books including After the Coal Dust, Retro, and others. Available to order direct or through Great British Bookshop and others.
Talks
Illustrated talks on street and documentary photography for camera clubs and societies (Zoom or in person). Bookings welcome.
Articles
Write-ups, reflections and observations on photography — from club presentations to thoughts on the craft and the latest news.
Latest News & Articles
100 Faces – a new photography book
I’ve a new book out through the Progressive Publishing House – 100 Faces – available since 23rd September. It’s the same format as ONE and TWO (hard cover, 21cm x 21cm) and…
A new A5 edition of the After the Coal Dust Book
John Gill announces the release of a new edition of the After the Coal Dust book. A5 softcover now available at £10.00-£12.50
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A write-up of my presentation in Settle October 2025
“What a great evening! On Monday 6th October John Gill gave an inspiring, illustrated talk about his approach to Street Photography. John comes from Yorkshire and his talk in part related to…
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