James was honoured to receive the American Art Award in October 2024. This was awarded by the American Art Committee and voted by the very best US Galleries. James’ portrait “Rules Britannia” was the painting that won this award and was one of thousands of entries from 63 different countries. James is particularly proud of this painting as it addresses the racism and colonialism that is still ongoing in Bangladesh and India and his aim is to keep giving a voice to the antiracism cause.