No One Is Watching
DESCRIPTION
Archival ink on museum-quality cotton rag paper | 2022
In a return to his artistic origins, the new series from James Needham focuses on the three elements that launched his artistic journey: light, shape, and color. By returning to that place of origin, Needham has arrived at a place completely fantastic and new. Quiet moments of reflection have become an essential part of his collages and life over the last few years and the artist wanted to create works that directly reflect the peace, insight, gratitude and joy these moments provide. For Reflective Color, Needham wanted to imbue pieces with that same spirit and offer people a reminder to go for a walk with no destination, enjoy the beauty and tranquility we are surrounded by but often, through either guilt or circumstance, feel unable to appreciate. Indeed, we all need those reminders — the artist does, too.
“Focusing on beauty, joy and appreciation in the world today can feel impractical and indulgent, like being a pacifist during a war… it really only works if everyone, on both sides, joins you.”
DIMENSIONS
12 x 18 inches
24 x 36 inches
30 x 45 inches
FRAMED DIMENSIONS
12 x 18 inches
Matted: 19.5 x 25.5 x 2 inches
24 x 36 inches
Matted: 32 x 44 x 2 inches
30 x 45 inches
Matted: 38 x 53 x 2 inches
AUTHENTICATION
The work comes with a Certification of Authenticity signed and numbered by the Co-Founder of Tappan
Framing & Mounting

Framing
Our frames are produced from the best quality wood, primarily from Italy. Each is custom cut and assembled by hand to fit your art. Hanging hardware included!
THIN GALLERY FRAME
This modern profile was designed for artists and photographers. Narrow on the front and deep on the sides, our slim mouldings provide a clean, sharp frame for your art, and allows all focus to be on your gorgeous work.
3/4" wide; 1 1/8" deep
UV - PROTECTIVE ACRYLIC
Our acrylic is more expensive than glass, but we use it because it’s clearer, far more impact resistant, and protects your art against UV rays. Framing-grade acrylic has become a new standard in framing because of its “clear” benefits.
THE FULL BLEED
Works are framed flush with the edge of your print without a mat. Request border modifications and spacers, which keep the work from touching the glass.
THE MAT
Adds a white core mat with a bevel cut opening to the edge of your print. If your work has a signature or edition numbering, we will automatically mat around it unless otherwise specified.
We use 4-ply, conservation-grade, acid-free mat board. We match whites and off-whites to your exact piece. Acid-free materials protect your art from yellowing or becoming brittle.
THE FLOAT
Floating a piece allows for a full view of the face and sides of the artwork. Floating is recommended for original drawings and paintings or any piece produced on specially trimmed paper.
About
James Needham
Australian photographer James Needham captures urban landscapes like New York, Los Angeles, Route 66 and Roswell New Mexico in compositions reminiscent of Edward Hopper’s colorful city scenes. His work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Paper Journal, Nylon Korea and Art Maze Magazine.
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