From “Bad Weather.” Bournemouth, UK. November 1978. © Martin Parr / Magnum Photos
From Magnum Photos:
"On December 6, 2025, beloved photographer and Magnum Photos Member Martin Parr sadly passed away in his home in Bristol. An essential member of the Magnum community, a leading figure in the world of photography, and an admired artist at large, Parr will be missed by many. Here, we pay tribute to Parr’s legacy and indelible spirit."
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"In Parr’s final years, the Martin Parr Foundation was at the heart of his work, symbolizing an endeavor to create an accessible, inspiring platform for photography to flourish and for underrepresented artists to be seen by a wider public.
The Foundation also hosts Books on Photography (BOP) — an annual photobook festival — regularly commissions and exhibits new bodies of work, and awards bursaries to underrepresented photographers.
'Martin Parr is rightfully in that company of photographers that can be labeled great – they influence. But perhaps as important is his generosity with his time in the encouragement of others. He is unrelenting in the promotion of photography among the young. So many must have become photographers because of his example and knowledge,' writes David Hurn on the Foundation’s website."
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"Following Parr’s death, a wave of tributes from colleagues and friends honored the photographer’s life and career.
In a statement to Magnum photographers, staff and estates on Sunday, December 6, Lorenzo Meloni, Magnum co-president, wrote: “Martin played a significant role within Magnum and in our wider community. He supported younger photographers, he pushed conversations forward, and he stepped up when leadership was needed. His humor, his clarity, and his vision shaped many discussions across the agency and within the wider photographic world.
“He also brought a rare honesty to his engagement with Magnum. His candor was matched by his commitment: he questioned when needed, and he contributed when it mattered. That combination of commitment and sharp insight made his contribution meaningful and he will be missed.
'His influence, both here and in photography more broadly, will continue to resonate. His absence will be deeply felt across photographers, estates, and staff.'"
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From “Bad Weather.” Bournemouth, UK. November 1978. © Martin Parr / Magnum Photos
From Magnum Photos:
"On December 6, 2025, beloved photographer and Magnum Photos Member Martin Parr sadly passed away in his home in Bristol. An essential member of the Magnum community, a leading figure in the world of photography, and an admired artist at large, Parr will be missed by many. Here, we pay tribute to Parr’s legacy and indelible spirit."
...
"In Parr’s final years, the Martin Parr Foundation was at the heart of his work, symbolizing an endeavor to create an accessible, inspiring platform for photography to flourish and for underrepresented artists to be seen by a wider public.
The Foundation also hosts Books on Photography (BOP) — an annual photobook festival — regularly commissions and exhibits new bodies of work, and awards bursaries to underrepresented photographers.
'Martin Parr is rightfully in that company of photographers that can be labeled great – they influence. But perhaps as important is his generosity with his time in the encouragement of others. He is unrelenting in the promotion of photography among the young. So many must have become photographers because of his example and knowledge,' writes David Hurn on the Foundation’s website."
...
"Following Parr’s death, a wave of tributes from colleagues and friends honored the photographer’s life and career.
In a statement to Magnum photographers, staff and estates on Sunday, December 6, Lorenzo Meloni, Magnum co-president, wrote: “Martin played a significant role within Magnum and in our wider community. He supported younger photographers, he pushed conversations forward, and he stepped up when leadership was needed. His humor, his clarity, and his vision shaped many discussions across the agency and within the wider photographic world.
“He also brought a rare honesty to his engagement with Magnum. His candor was matched by his commitment: he questioned when needed, and he contributed when it mattered. That combination of commitment and sharp insight made his contribution meaningful and he will be missed.
'His influence, both here and in photography more broadly, will continue to resonate. His absence will be deeply felt across photographers, estates, and staff.'"
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