This evocative artwork by Benjamin Tolmie captures the heart and soul of rural life on a South Island New Zealand sheep station, circa 2000.
 
The iconic farmer, clad in a classic plaid shirt and hat, stands as a timeless symbol of the grit, resilience, and deep connection to the land that defines Canterbury’s farming heritage.
 
Rendered in rich airbrush acrylic, this limited-edition giclee print (only 50 ever made) immortalises the rugged beauty of the South Island and its farming community.
 
Whether displayed on canvas or premium Hahnemühle Photo Rag paper, this artwork resonates with South Island farmers, evoking memories of early mornings, loyal working dogs, and the enduring spirit of rural life.
 
LIMITED EDITION
 
There will only ever be 50 prints made of this Painting. 
 
These are archival quality giclee art prints, printed in New Zealand to the highest standard using pigment rather than dye based inks. 
 
There are two options for printing surface: Canvas or paper and 3 size options. 
 
Canvas prints
 
Canvas prints are an archival surface and are supplied stretched, varnished and ready to hang on the wall. 
 
You can frame Canvas Prints if you wish, but it is not neccesary to put them behind glass as the varnish offers similar pigment protection ensuring maximum print life
 
Canvas prints are hand signed and numbered and are supplied with a certificate of authenticity.
 
Paper Prints
 
Paper Prints are printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag, a premium archival paper. Paper prints should be framed behind glass to ensure maximum print life.
 
With your paper print, we recommend that you select your frame after you receive the print to ensure the best fit and colour combination. 
 
Paper prints are hand signed and numbered and are supplied with a certificate of authenticity.
 
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Thanks for being interested in these prints!
Ben