The chosen sculptor is Timothy Schmalz, originally from the farming community of Elmira, Ontario, where he continues to have one of his studios. Based on the concept of his well-known “Sheltering” sculpture, the Fallen Farmer bronze sculpture will be much larger, and even more powerful.
It will feature a 12-foot blanket with detailed landscapes of various Canadian agriculture scenes from coast-to-coast. The back of the blanket is a quilt design with animals and crops in each square. There will be 360 degrees of details to see and slowly reflect on and every visit individuals will see something new.
This blanket is being lifted by a dove representing peace to reveal a prone figure on soil.
A green plant is emerging from the soil just beyond the figure’s hand and the figure is wearing a farmer’s ball cap.
Location Criteria
Selecting a site for the monument was a difficult task. First, key factors for both practical and esthetic reasons were identified. Since this is a permanent installation, the location had to be a place with long-term hosting ability, ongoing maintenance with low risk of vandalization, and public and wheelchair accessibility. Sufficient parking needed to be close by and the general public had to be able to consistently appreciate the sculpture and the reason behind it all year.
Furthermore, it must be in a serene location to allow for quiet reflection and yet not hidden away. The monument should be in a place the intended primary audience, Canadian farm families, rural communities and agricultural businesses, would know and appreciate.
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