JOHN BRADLEY 

John A Bradley was born in Sydney, on the 4 September 1945.

From his early childhood he showed all the signs of a talented and gifted draughtsman and painter. He recalls with relish, that at aged nine, he used these talents. to win movie tickets. Going to the movies was a rare treat for John and his brother. Many summer holidays were spent on the properties of relatives in Narrabri, Glenn Innes, Kurrajong and the Mid North Coast. John's appreciation and connection to the beauty and serenity of nature lay dormant whilst he pursed a much-varied career.

Prior to becoming a professional Artist/Teacher in 1982, he became a soldier, Avionics Technician, Aircraft Inspector and National Marketing Manager for a large electronics company. The diversity of these occupations provided John with the opportunity of travel, both overseas and extensively throughout Australia. The involvement with avionics and electronics taught him the value of precision, a skill he uses admirably in his paintings.

Largely self-taught, John has not been influenced by any past Australian painter, nor does he follow someone else's style. He admits, however to have a high regard for the late Sir Hans Heysen, with whom he shares a deep feeling for the rugged Australian landscape.

John's early engineering training, his capacity for precision and eye for detail are clearly evident in his rendering of steam locomotives, paddle steamers, historic townships and traditional landscape perspectives.

His subject matter ranges from the harsh outback regions to the verdant coastal scenery of the eastern states of Australia. John's treatment of light on the trees and foliage is unique. The subtlety of colour in his majestic panoramic vistas of the Blue Mountains is awe-inspiring.

Most viewers, when introduced to John Bradley's work are pleasantly surprised and taken in by his treatment of light, attention to detail and the depth of his canvasses. His ability to capture an enormous variety of subject matter seems to be never ending.

John's work has been acknowledged worldwide and his works are represented in many private and corporate collections here in Australia and abroad