A collection that chronicles the life and times of cricket’s incomparable batsman, Sir Donald Bradman, from his time as a cricketing prodigy in the New South Wales district of Bowral until the moment he stood on top of the cricketing world when scoring a triple century in a day. The fifty-two-piece collection comprises twenty stunning acrylic works on canvas, twenty-six pencil sketches and six charcoal studies. All are unique, but the acrylics form the backbone of The Art of Bradman Collection.

Using photographs and film footage, the artist captured all the significant moments in the careers of Bradman, the batsman, and Bradman, the captain. As some of those photographs or footage were in varying stages of repair, the artist has given new life to events as long as ninety years ago. Some famed historical Bradman photos have been lost since the artist produced his collection, adding significantly to its overall significance.

Unlike some attempts at capturing the on-field work of Australia’s sporting greats, The Art of Bradman Collection replicates the world’s finest-ever batsman in a format that appeals to all ages, as evidenced by the public reaction when viewed at the Bradman Museum in Bowral. The artist’s extraordinary detail brings life and freshness to a sporting icon.

Notably, the work received warm approval from Sir Donald, who gave his full support throughout production, including his full signature on each acrylic. And just as he once commented that Sachin Tendulkar was the batsman who reminded him of his style, he acknowledged The Art of Bradman Collection as the most faithful reproduction of his likeness.

What has resulted is a collection with a two-fold purpose, one of apparent historical value plus an educational tool that takes us further into who Donald George Bradman was, the cricketer and person.

The Art Of Bradman Exhibition
1 December 2014 – 15 February 2015
National Wool Museum
26 Moorabool Street
Geelong, Victoria