Ben

Benjamin Tolmie is a Marlborough Sounds-based painter whose vibrant, hyper-realistic works celebrate the beauty of people, boats, nature, and place.

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After a successful 25-year career designing digital and software products, Benjamin returned full-time to his first love: painting. Since 2022, he has immersed himself in developing his studio practice, refining his technique, and creating a growing body of both commissioned and personal work.

 

Benjamin’s art is inspired by the wild serenity of the Marlborough Sounds, the people he loves, and the rich cultural and natural heritage of Aotearoa. Whether working on landscapes, boats, birds, or portraits, he aims to infuse every piece with meaning, wonder, and vibrant energy.

 

Best known for his striking landscapes and marine paintings, Ben also has a passion for portraits—where Benjamin’s fascination with connection, character, and presence takes centre stage.

 

Through colour, light, and extraordinary realism, his goal is simple yet powerful: to create art that uplifts, inspires, and brings a little more magic into the world.