Brett-Livingstone
Strong
A private collection of 19 original prints — Studio Proofs and Limited Editions, each uniquely marked by the artist's hand.
Brett-Livingstone
Strong
Brett-Livingstone Strong is an Australian-born artist of extraordinary range and ambition — painter, sculptor, author, and humanitarian whose work has touched millions across the globe. Born in Sydney, he rose to international prominence through a combination of prodigious talent, relentless creative energy, and a deep commitment to using art as a vehicle for human connection.
His breakthrough came with the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games, for which he was commissioned to create the official artwork — a work that brought him to the attention of the world's most discerning collectors and institutions. The piece demonstrated his extraordinary ability to capture the spirit of human achievement in a single, luminous composition.
Strong is perhaps best known for his deep personal connection to Michael Jackson, whom he befriended and portrayed in a series of celebrated works. He was also commissioned to create the official portrait of Pope John Paul II, further cementing his status as one of the most significant figurative artists of his generation.
His prints are distinguished by their exceptional technical quality and the artist's personal involvement in each piece. Strong is renowned for his use of an orange wax pencil to sign and annotate his works — a distinctive mark that has become his artistic signature and a hallmark of authenticity. Studio Proofs, pulled before the edition run, represent the finest impressions and are considered the most collectible of his prints.
The Australia series, limited to just 300 pieces worldwide, stands as a testament to his love for his homeland — a sweeping celebration of the ancient continent's beauty, spirit, and enduring power.
Acquired April 24, 2010
All 19 pieces were acquired directly on the same date, forming a cohesive private collection.
Australia
Brett-Livingstone Strong's iconic celebration of the Australian continent — a sweeping panoramic composition that captures the raw, ancient beauty of the land. This limited edition of only 300 prints worldwide makes each piece an exceptionally rare treasure. The series showcases Strong's mastery of colour and form, evoking the red earth, vast skies, and timeless spirit of Australia.
Australia
- ◆Limited edition: 11 of only 300 worldwide
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Unique artist annotations
Australia
- ◆Limited edition: 12 of only 300 worldwide
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Individual artist markings
Australia
- ◆Limited edition: 13 of only 300 worldwide
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Hand-annotated by the artist
Australia
- ◆Limited edition: 14 of only 300 worldwide
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Unique back markings
Jurassic Spider
A dramatic and powerful composition exploring the prehistoric world through Strong's distinctive artistic lens. The Jurassic Spider series demonstrates the artist's ability to transform the ancient and primal into works of breathtaking beauty and intricate detail.
Jurassic Spider
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression — finest quality
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Complete front and back documentation
Jurassic Spider
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Unique front detail markings
Sunset Tree
One of Brett-Livingstone Strong's most celebrated compositions, the Sunset Tree captures a solitary tree silhouetted against a blazing sky — a meditation on solitude, resilience, and the eternal cycle of nature. The luminous quality of the sky demonstrates Strong's extraordinary command of light and colour.
Sunset Tree
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression — finest quality
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Complete front and back documentation
Sunset Tree
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Unique corner detail markings
The 1984 Olympic Games
Brett-Livingstone Strong's monumental tribute to the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games — a work that cemented his international reputation. Strong was commissioned to create the official artwork for the Games, and this print captures the spirit of athletic excellence and human achievement that defined that historic event.
The 1984 Olympic Games
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Commemorates the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Complete front and back documentation
- ◆Historically significant — Strong's breakthrough work
Triassic Grasshopper
An extraordinary exploration of prehistoric life, the Triassic Grasshopper series showcases Strong's fascination with the natural world across geological time. These works combine scientific precision with artistic imagination, creating compositions that are simultaneously educational and aesthetically transcendent.
Triassic Grasshopper
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression — finest quality
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Complete front and back documentation
Triassic Grasshopper
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Complete front and back documentation
Triassic Grasshopper
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Front corner detail documentation
Vanishing Race
A deeply moving tribute to the Indigenous peoples of the world, the Vanishing Race series is among Strong's most emotionally powerful works. Drawing on his profound respect for indigenous cultures, these compositions speak to themes of heritage, loss, and the enduring spirit of ancient peoples.
Vanishing Race
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression — finest quality
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Complete front and back documentation
Vanishing Race
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Front corner detail documentation
Vanishing Race
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Complete front and back documentation
Vanishing Race
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Front corner detail documentation
Victoria Falls
A majestic depiction of one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders, Victoria Falls represents Strong's deep connection to the African continent and its awe-inspiring landscapes. The composition captures the thunderous power and ethereal mist of the falls with extraordinary artistic sensitivity.
Victoria Falls
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression — finest quality
- ◆Embossed artist seal
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Complete front and back documentation
Victoria Falls
- ◆Studio Proof designation (SP)
- ◆Pre-edition impression
- ◆Signed with orange wax pencil
- ◆Front corner detail documentation
The Orange
Wax Pencil
Brett-Livingstone Strong's most distinctive mark — an orange wax pencil applied directly to each piece by the artist's own hand. No two marks are identical. Each one is a unique gesture, a personal connection between creator and collector.
The orange wax pencil "SP" mark identifies Studio Proof impressions — pulled before the edition run begins, representing the finest quality impressions from the press. These are the most collectible of all BLS prints, and the orange wax pencil is the artist's personal guarantee of their special status. Each mark is applied freehand, making every piece uniquely authenticated.
Each orange wax pencil mark is unique — no two are identical across the entire collection.
This is what makes every Brett-Livingstone Strong print a singular work of art.