Michael Smither

“Explores the massive energy of the seas at work on the coast of Taranaki. This screen print is a reproduction of a painting shown in New Plymouth at a memorial exhibition for the artist’s mother, Mary Smither. – Michael Smither

3rd edition ‘medium sized’ (image size 500 x 330) – the earlier larger & smaller editions are both sold out.

This screenprint Edition of 50 has been created in October 2025.

Artist Bio

Michael Smither is a contemporary New Zealand artist renowned for his work as a painter and printmaker. His work often depicts everyday life, landscapes, and domestic scenes, characterised by strong compositions, clarity, and a distinctive use of colour.

Smither’s artistic practice is deeply rooted in observation, where his precise, sharp-edged style captures not just the appearance of his subjects but their inherent structure and atmosphere. His work is often concerned with the interplay between form, light, and space, lending his compositions a striking clarity and sense of balance. This analytical approach extends to both his paintings and prints, where simplified forms and carefully modulated colour create a heightened sense of reality.

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