“At the height of COVID when the world was in near total shutdown, Sacha and I found ourselves locked down on the same continent in Australia. With the award season approaching and Sacha having significant nominations, we wanted to capture a photograph that was not a character or parody – quite simply, we wanted to capture the real Sacha.” – RUSSELL JAMES
James’ interest in people has led to a diverse portrait series featuring renowned musicians, actors, politicians and cultural icons. While the portraits themselves are striking, the series is rooted in the quiet moments off-camera — in the trust and collaboration that unfolds.
“The eyes truly are the window to the soul. It’s the place I search first that has the ability to connect us all in a very special way.” – Russell James
Portraits of Influence includes figures such as Rihanna, Scarlett Johansson, Hugh Jackman, Hillary Clinton, Barbra Streisand, Halle Berry and others.
Featured in books: Russell James (2008) and Nomad Two Worlds.
Sacha Baron Cohen, Tuxedo (2020)
Identification #A-319
“The eye truly are the window to the soul, its the place I search first that has the ability to connect us all in a very special way” - RUSSELL JAMES
PRINTING & FRAMING
Print available in black and white. Printed exclusively by Griffin Editions in New York
STANDARD
Unframed 74cm x 59cm (29” x 23 1/4”)
Framed 76cm x 61cm (30” x 24” )
LARGE
Unframed 152cm x 119cm (60” x 47”)
Framed 155cm x 122cm (61” x 48”)
Black & White: Silver Gelatin Print on Ilford Galerie FB Digital Silver.
Framing (optional): Mounted using 1-ply museum board and white Sintra.
Recommended frame is maple bleached white wash, acid-free, archival, support
back, wood strainer beveled at top for cleat hanging; UV art glass.
