In recognition of International photographic achievement John was awarded a 'Fellowship' (FAPS) by the Australian Photographic Society in 1992.
In 1996 John received the award of 'Excellence' (EFIAP) by the International Federation of Photographic Art.

International Exhibition Awards include:
                                                                   
                                 Best Nature and/or Wildlife Awards from:-

- Sydney International Exhibition of Photography
- Maitland International Salon of Photography
- Oklahoma International Salon
- Interphot International / Adelaide
- Midland International / England
- Detroit International / USA
- Pakistan International Salon
- Southhampton International / England
- Belgium International Salon