James Braund is an award-winning Australian photographer renowned for his open and unobtrusive style. Inspired by diversity and connection, James captures people from all walks of life, from the streets of his own neighbourhood to Australian business, cultural, and industry leaders. James connects people to their audience with seamless production and no drama. His emotive and respectful approach exudes authenticity, simplicity, and subtle symbolism. His work is held in private collections and The National Portrait Gallery.

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Testimonials

“I am grateful to have these portraits in my files. Some of them are even flattering!”

— The Honourable Michael Kirby AC CMG

“James has probably taken the most honest business portrait I have ever seen of myself. He managed to capture my warmth, authenticity and strength all in the one frame. He is the consummate professional.”

— Alisa Camplin

(Olympic Gold Medalist and Company Director)

“From our first meeting, James displayed a professional, flexible and enthusiastic approach, which continued throughout the project. We were thrilled with how he interpreted our concepts and with his ability to insert mood and emotion into each photograph, regardless of the subject matter. He takes great pride in his work and is an absolute pleasure to deal with.”

— Carolyn Alexander

(Consumer Affairs Victoria)

“Just wanted to say thanks so much for today. It was certainly a jam packed shoot and we’re really happy with the way it all went. Your calmness under pressure and your patience with some very interesting personalities was greatly appreciated!”

— Jane Wheeler

(Latitude Group)

Selected Clients

  • Australia Ballet
  • Australia Post
  • Australian Youth Orchestra
  • Australian Unity
  • Aesop
  • ABC TV
  • ANZ
  • Arnold Bloch Leibler
  • The Australian Magazine
  • Ball & Doggett
  • Bloomberg
  • British Film Institute
  • Big Issue Magazine
  • Cabrini
  • Consumer Affairs
  • Carr
  • CSL Behring
  • Disney
  • Department Of Premier & Cabinet
  • DKO Architecture
  • Dumbo Feather
  • Ernst & Young
  • Gourmet Traveler
  • Good Weekend Magazine
  • Hardie Grant
  • JLL
  • International Aids Council
  • Landrum & Brown
  • London Film Festival
  • Lonely Planet Images
  • Los Angeles Times Magazine
  • L'Equipe Magazine
  • Mars Wrigley
  • Melbourne Real Estate
  • Monash Business School
  • Museum Of Moving Image
  • NAB
  • NASA
  • Orchestra Victoria
  • Origin Energy
  • Olivia Newton John Cancer Research Institute
  • RACV
  • Riverlee
  • Rothe Lowman
  • Royal Woman's Hospital
  • Seek
  • State Library of Victoria
  • Swinburne University
  • St Catherine’s School
  • Time Magazine
  • Tourism Australia
  • Vogue
  • Volvo
  • XYZ Studio’s
  • Zapruder’s Other Films

Site Credits

Design and development: Mucho

Copy and editing: Writing for Design

Typeface: ABC Marist by Dinamo