John Downs is one of Home Beautiful’s most valued contributing photographers. He shoots beautiful homes for us that always look sparkling on the page and captures exactly what Home Beautiful is all about – beautiful homes filled with inspiration that celebrate the style of some of Australia’s most talented decorators. John also happens to be a dream to deal with, too. A true professional.

Katrina O’Brien.  Managing Editor, Home Beautiful Magazine

A number of our artists work with John to photograph their sculptures and artworks. Having high quality images is important for the gallery and he always does an impeccable job. Jemma Clark. Gallery Manager, Jan Murphy Gallery

When I first worked with John Downs we were still using film and he was always bang on! Still is, every time. He stands peer-less for his technical skills, depth of experience, innate sense of a shot, and work ethic. It’s always a brilliant day when I get to work with John, and whether briefing him or styling alongside him, he never fails to over deliver, no fuss.” 

Rosanne Peach, stylist and features writer/editor for magazines including Home Beautiful, Inside Out and House and Garden. 

It's what you don't see in a photograph that makes the difference between and good and a great shot. This is why John Downs is a master of the subtleties of his craft, most importantly the manipulation of light to capture his subjects at their best. From portraits and landscapes to interiors and details, John brings our stories to life. 

Kirsty McKenzie, Editor, Australian Country Magazine

It has been our pleasure to work with John Downs as our lead photographer on Queensland Homes magazine for well over 20 years. John is always our preferred photographer when it comes to commissioning a home pictorial photoshoot or a client photoshoot for our magazine. His skill with the camera, his instincts about what makes a perfect shot, his professionalism, reliability, and friendly, relaxed nature ensure that the results are always superb. 

With so many of the beautiful images shown in our magazine over these years coming from John Downs - and a working relationship spanning over two decades - we feel that he is part of the Queensland Homes and Graphic Publishing family. 

I couldn’t recommend John Downs highly enough as a photographer for architecture, interiors, and lifestyle.

Natalie Bannister - Editor, Queensland Homes magazine

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