AUSTRALIAGuy Little
Photographer and artist grounded in precision and form
Guy Little photographed by Glenn PorterAustraliaBIOGRAPHYGuy Little is an Australian photographer and artist whose practice spans over four decades, grounded in precision and a deep understanding of visual form. Working across photography and drawing, his work explores the intersection between observation and abstraction—where landscape and natural forms are distilled into refined, often quietly surreal compositions.
Predominantly working in black and white, his imagery is defined by tonal control, structure, and restraint. His practice moves beyond representation, translating what is seen into something more interpretive—where line, movement, and contrast create a tension between reality and imagination.
A Masters of Photography graduate from Falmouth University (UK), Guy brings extensive experience across commercial, scientific, and forensic photography, alongside a long-standing commitment to education, having lectured and mentored photographers for over three decades.
Exhibited nationally and internationally, including in London, Tokyo, and New York at Sotheby’s, his work reflects a lifetime dedicated to the act of seeing—where the image is not captured, but carefully resolved into its most essential form.
His practice is further supported by affiliations with the Royal Photographic Society (RPS), the Illustrators of Australia (IA), and the International Association of Panoramic Photographers (IAPP). Holding a Master of Arts (ARPS), a Bachelor of Photography, and additional qualifications in scientific photography, biological electron microscopy, and small business management, his background reflects a multidisciplinary approach grounded in both technical rigour and creative exploration.
PORTFOLIOSelected Works
Awards History
Awards – Selected
International Recognition
2025 — 2012
Finalist — The Independent Photographer People Award
London · Judged by Steve McCurry
Featured in Forbes Online
United States · Finalist recognition for The Independent Photographer UK
Shortlisted — Graphis International Photography Annual
New York
Winner — PDN USA Faces Portrait Photography Award
New York · Children Category
Winner — PDN USA World in Focus Travel Photography Award
New York · Spontaneous Moments Category
Australian Recognition
2008
Finalist — The Olive Cotton Award
Tweed River Art Gallery · New South Wales
Residencies
2013 — 2014
Artist in Residence — Bayside City Council
Billilla Historic Mansion · Brighton
Additional Recognition
2005
Winner — Banksia Award for Environmental Leadership
Rural Sector Award · Australia
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International Recognition
2025 — 2012
Finalist — The Independent Photographer People Award
London · Judged by Steve McCurry
Featured in Forbes Online
United States · Finalist recognition for The Independent Photographer UK
Shortlisted — Graphis International Photography Annual
New York
Winner — PDN USA Faces Portrait Photography Award
New York · Children Category
Winner — PDN USA World in Focus Travel Photography Award
New York · Spontaneous Moments Category
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Australian Recognition
2008
Finalist — The Olive Cotton Award
Tweed River Art Gallery · New South Wales
03
Residencies
2013 — 2014
Artist in Residence — Bayside City Council
Billilla Historic Mansion · Brighton
04
Additional Recognition
2005
Winner — Banksia Award for Environmental Leadership
Rural Sector Award · Australia
EXHIBITION HISTORY - for a full awards list, education and exhibitions see my website.Exhibitions - selected
Kaleidoscope
Group Exhibition
May 30 – June 2, 2025 · M2 Gallery, Sydney, Australia
Linden Postcard Show
Group Exhibition - Linden Contemporary Gallery
2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 St Kilda Melbourne
The Independent Photographer, People.
Group Exhibition www. independent-photo.com
January 2025, London, United Kingdom
Splash
Group Exhibition | M2 Gallery
2024, M2 Gallery, Sydney, NSW, Australia
From The Studios Bayside Artist in Residence
Group Exhibition - Bayside Arts & Culture Centre Gallery
2016, Brighton, Australia
Solo Exhibition - Hayshed Hill Gallery
2015, Margaret River, AustraliaWindows of the World Exhibition
Group Exhibition - Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain
2021, London, United KingdomDrawing Life
Exposure Photography Exhibition
Group Exhibition - Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain
2021, London, United KingdomRoom of Regret : The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
Solo Exhibition - Theatreworks Melbourne
2012, St.Kilda, Australia
Artist: Guy Little
1988 · Archival pigment print
500 × 500mm · Edition of 100 + 1 AP
Canson Archival Photographique 310gsm