Learn more about Process, the Process Photo Club, partnership opportunities and more below.
What is Process?
Process is the leading weekly photography newsletter by Wesley Verhoeve, read by 19,000+ photographers in 145 countries.
Each Sunday it delivers:
Honest reflections on the creative process
Behind-the-scenes from editorial shoots and books
Practical advice on projects, portfolios, and publishing
Tools and prompts to keep you motivated
Process is for anyone who wants to stay curious, make meaningful work, and share stories that matter—whether you’re a hobbyist or a full-time photographer.
Subscribe for free and join one of the most widely read photography newsletters in the world.
F.A.Q.
Q: What is Process?
A: Process is an independent photography newsletter written by Wesley Verhoeve. Each Sunday it reaches over 19,000 readers worldwide with reflections on the creative process, behind-the-scenes stories, and practical tools to grow as a photographer.
Q: Who is Process for?
A: Process is for photographers at every level—hobbyists, emerging professionals, and seasoned creatives—who want to stay motivated and feel proud of the work they make.
Q: Why is Process considered one of the leading photography newsletters?
A: Process has one of the most loyal readerships in photography newsletters, with a 50%+ open rate and consistent weekly issues since 2019. It’s frequently recommended by photographers, educators, and creative publications.
Q: How is Process different from other photography newsletters?
A: Unlike newsletters that focus mainly on gear reviews or industry news, Process is about storytelling and creative practice. It’s equal parts encouraging, educational, and inspiring.
Q: How do I subscribe?
A: You can join free anytime at www.readprocess.co
The Process Photo Club
The Process Photo Club is the paid membership community for photographers who want more. Members get:
Free access to each new Process Workbook as it’s published every six months
Member-only tools, downloads, and guides
Big discounts on books, workshops, and mentorship sessions
It’s a way to support my work, and take yours to the next level. Starts at €7.50/month.
👉 [Learn more about the Process Photo Club here]
Who Writes Process?
Wesley Verhoeve is an Amsterdam-based photographer, filmmaker, writer, and curator, and the creator of Process.
His work centers on long-form portrait projects and community documentary work, often focused on founders, leaders, and creative communities. His photography has appeared in The New York Times, National Geographic Traveler, Wired, and The Washington Post, and he has produced campaigns for brands including LinkedIn, Squarespace, Hanes, and Airbnb.
Wesley is the creator of several large-scale community documentary projects, including The Best Medicine, One of Many, Creatives In/AMS, and Flywheel, a portrait series of 100+ startup founders and builders in the Netherlands.
He was the founding curator of the Projected series at the International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York, where he curated 96 exhibitions featuring work by more than 300 photographers from over 50 countries, and has worked on numerous photo books and zines in a curatorial role.
You can explore more here:
– View selected photography work
– Watch a short film about my street photography
My current work has expanded into long-form community documentary projects and commissioned portrait and film work with founders and creative teams.
Past & Current Partners
We’ve collaborated with some fantastic community focused brands including:
MPB
Squarespace
picdrop
Kodak
Steidl
Moment
Cinestill
Ilford
Fujifilm
Pentax
Excire
Ways We Can Work Together
We’re open to partnerships that feel thoughtful and aligned. That might include:
Newsletter sponsorships
Sponsored stories or video collaborations
Photo walks or community events
Product features or special project support
Tools and gear integrations
If you care about photography, creativity, or storytelling, let’s talk.
📩 Email Wesley → hello@wesley.co
In the Field
Photos from past Process events:
Process Photo Walk 5, Berlin — 87 attendees, 9 countries represented
Process Photo Walk 6, Amsterdam — 57 attendees, 7 countries represented
Process Photo Walk 9, London — 41 attendees, 9 countries represented
Trusted by 18,000+ Photographers Worldwide
Process has built one of the most loyal readerships in weekly photography newsletters, with a 50%+ open rate and consistent weekly publication since 2019.
Industry Recognition
"A newsletter that helps you understand the process and practice of being a photographer, at any level of practice."
— Emmanuel Iduma, Tender Photo
"Process is one of my favorite reads on Substack. It is thought engaging and educational. It's a must read!" — Jason Hunter
"An absolute must for any film photographer!" — Lucy Lumen
"Wesley's newsletter is everything I want out of a newsletter. Wildly informative yet succinct. Subscribe if you're not already." — Zach Leon
"Process by @wesley is one of the only newsletters I actually read. It's useful and insightful, and is filled with great interviews with fascinating people like Bruce Davidson." — Shane Taylor of Framelines
"A rare glimpse into the pro's green room."
— The Paris Jazz Dispatch
"If you're looking for insight, experience & wisdom navigating your film photography journey, there's no better resource than Wesley's Newsletter 'Process.' Game changer." — @shootfilmmag
