Jamie Thomas turned from farming to metal sculpting after moving to Bombay Hills.
Home / The CountryCatherine FryCoast & Country News·20 Jun, 2026 05:00 PM4 mins to read Jamie Thomas and his dog Moss. Photo / Catherine Fry Jamie Thomas and his dog Moss. Photo / Catherine FryHe describes himself as a “farmer at heart”, but Jamie Thomas is using his creativity to form stunning and thought-provoking sculptures from metal.“I spent a year helping run our family sheep and beef farm in Te Kūiti, but I found it too secluded,” he said.
“I have lots
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