JAMES MAKIN GALLERY

JAMES MAKIN GALLERY Contemporary fine art gallery: 2003 - 2025 Exhibiting contemporary Australian Art.
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I opened my first gallery in 2003 when I was 24. Now after 22 years the gallery has now closed it's doors. I would like ...
29/08/2025

I opened my first gallery in 2003 when I was 24. Now after 22 years the gallery has now closed it's doors. I would like to thank all my amazing artists, staff, family and collectors for so much support over so many years. - James Makin.

Up Next: James Makin Advisory - But more on that to come soon.

We’re thrilled to congratulate Emma Coulter, Nuha Saad and Marcel Cousins for being selected as finalists in the inaugur...
24/08/2025

We’re thrilled to congratulate Emma Coulter, Nuha Saad and Marcel Cousins for being selected as finalists in the inaugural Maquette: Sculpture Award 2025.⁠
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Presented by McClelland, this new $20,000 acquisitive prize celebrates excellence in sculptural form, creativity and craftsmanship. Generously supported by renowned Australian artist Rick Amor, the award drew an impressive 252 entries from across the country, with 62 finalists now selected.⁠
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The exhibition will be held at McClelland Gallery from 6 September to 20 October, 2025. The winning work will be acquired into the McClelland Collection, marking a significant contribution to the ongoing recognition and preservation of contemporary Australian sculpture.
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Best of luck to all the finalists!⁠
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IMAGE: Emma Coulter, possibilities for the future, 2025, synthetic polymer paint on hardwood (Rose Gum), 34 x 50 x 38 cm.

Godwin Bradbeer's 'The Ordinary Sublime' closes today, Saturday 23 August at 5PM. Come visit the gallery to view the exh...
23/08/2025

Godwin Bradbeer's 'The Ordinary Sublime' closes today, Saturday 23 August at 5PM. Come visit the gallery to view the exhibition in person, or view the works online via our website. ⁠
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The exhibition reflects Godwin's lifelong contemplation of the human figure, exploring beauty, physical ordinariness and the quiet tragedies that shape our shared humanity.⁠ Initially conceived as an inquiry into damaged drawings, works the artist had once considered lost or abandoned, 'The Ordinary Sublime' evolved through unexpected moments of redemption and beauty, gradually shifting in tone from destruction to transformation.⁠ ⁠
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To request a PDF catalogue of the exhibition, please email [email protected]⁠
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IMAGE:⁠ Godwin Bradbeer, 'Red Rag (Diptych)', 2025, chinagraph, silver oxide and pastel on paper, 200 x 182 cm.

We’re thrilled to share that Nuha Saad has been awarded a major public art commission by Strathfield Council! ⁠⁠The $198...
18/08/2025

We’re thrilled to share that Nuha Saad has been awarded a major public art commission by Strathfield Council! ⁠
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The $198 million Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program is a transformative NSW Government initiative enhancing open space and connectivity along the Parramatta Road corridor.⁠
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Commissioned by Create NSW and the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, Nuha’s project, titled 'Where Song Began', will see the creation of three vibrant public artworks in Homebush, Sydney. ⁠
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Designed in collaboration with Caroline Comino Architects, the series will reflect the area’s cultural history and natural environment, particularly celebrating an ancient song line and the local birdlife that inhabits the region.⁠
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These artworks will serve as playful waypoints and places of rest—nestled within the urban landscape. Nuha will also host community workshops and an exhibition as part of the project, inviting locals to contribute stories and creativity to the process.⁠
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Congratulations to Nuha!⁠
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Image: Nuha Saad's concept design for 'Where Song Began'.

Godwin Bradbeer's 'The Ordinary Sublime' is now showing in the gallery until Saturday 23 August!⁠We invite you to visit ...
16/08/2025

Godwin Bradbeer's 'The Ordinary Sublime' is now showing in the gallery until Saturday 23 August!
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We invite you to visit the gallery between 12—5PM today to view the exhibition in person, or view the works online via the link in our bio. ⁠
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To request the full catalogue of works please email [email protected]

Huge congratulations to Belem Lett and Nuha Saad on being named finalists in the 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize!⁠⁠...
15/08/2025

Huge congratulations to Belem Lett and Nuha Saad on being named finalists in the 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize!⁠
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Now in its 24th year, the Prize celebrates the incredible diversity and innovation in contemporary sculpture, with this year’s 55 finalists selected from over 730 local and international entries.⁠
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Belem and Nuha’s works are among the selected pieces that reflect the innovation and depth of contemporary sculpture.⁠
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Finalist works will be exhibited at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf from 26 September — 16 November 2025, with winners announced at the official opening on Thursday 25 September.⁠
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Wishing them both the very best of luck!⁠
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IMAGE: Belem lett, 'Life Cycle', 2025, clear coat, acrylic, gesso, shellac, wood putty, screws, polyurethane glue, wood glue, pine, 70 x 54 x 48 cm.

Godwin Bradbeer's 'The Ordinary Sublime' continues this week. We invite you to visit the gallery between 12—5PM to view ...
14/08/2025

Godwin Bradbeer's 'The Ordinary Sublime' continues this week. We invite you to visit the gallery between 12—5PM to view the exhibition in person, or view the works online via the link in our bio. ⁠
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Initially conceived as an inquiry into damaged drawings, works the artist had once considered lost or abandoned, 'The Ordinary Sublime' evolved through unexpected moments of redemption and beauty, gradually shifting in tone from destruction to transformation.⁠
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To request a PDF catalogue of the exhibition please email [email protected]⁠

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IMAGES:⁠
1. Godwin Bradbeer's 'The Ordinary Sublime' artist talk at James Makin Gallery⁠
2. Godwin Bradbeer, 'Man and beast (Torn drawing)', 2025, chinagraph, silver oxide and pastel on paper, 128 x 101 cm

Join us in the gallery tomorrow from 1—2 PM for Godwin Bradbeer's artist talk, discussing his current exhibition.⁠⁠'The ...
08/08/2025

Join us in the gallery tomorrow from 1—2 PM for Godwin Bradbeer's artist talk, discussing his current exhibition.⁠
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'The Ordinary Sublime' reflects Bradbeer’s lifelong contemplation of the human figure, exploring beauty, physical ordinariness and the quiet tragedies that shape our shared humanity.⁠ ⁠
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Initially conceived as an inquiry into damaged drawings, works the artist had once considered lost or abandoned, the exhibition evolved as Bradbeer reengaged with these pieces. In revisiting them, he encountered unexpected moments of redemption and beauty, shifting the tone from destruction to transformation.⁠
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To request a PDF catalogue of the exhibition please email [email protected]⁠
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Image: Godwin Bradbeer's artist talk at James Makin Gallery, 2023, by Brigid Cara Reid.

'The Ordinary Sublime' continues this Friday and Saturday. We invite you to visit the gallery between 12-5PM to view the...
07/08/2025

'The Ordinary Sublime' continues this Friday and Saturday. We invite you to visit the gallery between 12-5PM to view these beautiful works in person, or view the works online via our website.

Godwin will also be giving an artist talk this Saturday 9 August. Join us to hear Godwin discuss the works within the exhibition and his creative process.

To request a PDF catalogue of the exhibition, please email [email protected]⁠
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Artwork: Goodwin Bradbeer, 'Red Flag (Oath)', 2011/2025, Drawing- chinagraph, silver oxide and pastel on paper, 87 x 87 cm

Godwin Bradbeer's exhibition 'The Ordinary Sublime’ is now open! Visit the gallery Wednesday - Saturday, between 12—5PM ...
06/08/2025

Godwin Bradbeer's exhibition 'The Ordinary Sublime’ is now open! Visit the gallery Wednesday - Saturday, between 12—5PM to see the works in person, or view the exhibition online via our website ⁠
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Godwin will be giving an artist talk in the gallery this Saturday 9 August from 1—2PM. We warmly invite you to join us and hear more about this series of works and Godwin's process. ⁠
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⁠⁠To request the full catalogue please email [email protected]⁠

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Artwork: Godwin Bradbeer, 'Canary in a Coal Mine', 2025, Drawing - chinagraph, silver oxide and pastel on paper, 80 x 116 cm

J Davies is currently featured in the landmark exhibition 'On Country: Photography from Australia', curated by PHOTO Aus...
05/08/2025

J Davies is currently featured in the landmark exhibition 'On Country: Photography from Australia', curated by PHOTO Australia Founder and Artistic Director Elias Redstone, now showing at Rencontres d’Arles 2025.

Rencontres d’Arles is the world’s most prestigious and longest-running photography festival. This marks the first time the festival has included a regional focus on Australia. We’re thrilled to see J Davies featured among the many outstanding artists included in this show.

The exhibition is on display until 5 October 2025 in Arles, France. Congratulations, J!
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To request a PDF catalogue of J’s available works, please email [email protected]⁠
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Images: Installation images of PHOTO 2026 exhibition ‘On Country: Photography from Australia’ at the Rencontres d’Arles 2025.⁠ Images by Will Hamilton-Coates

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