Wesley Stacey was an Australian photographer, environmentalist, and chronicler of place. His lens captured more than landscapes — it revealed the rhythms of land, community, and a deep connection to the environments he called home.

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Born in Sydney in 1941, Stacey began his photographic journey in the 1960s. Over the decades, he became known for his documentary-style images of rural Australia, focusing not just on beauty, but on the quiet honesty of everyday life. His work reflected a lifelong respect for the land — from the outback to the coast — and often carried a subtle but urgent environmental message.

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In the 1970s, Stacey helped shape the Australian visual narrative through projects like The Journey series, and later, through his time at the Bundanon Trust residency. He worked with natural materials, created hand-made books, and was deeply involved in the artist community. His collaborations with fellow artists and his passion for sustainable living made him both a creator and a contributor to broader cultural conversations.

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Today, Wesley Stacey’s photographs remain a testament to a life spent observing, walking, and listening — offering us not just images, but an invitation to see the world more attentively.