Lumirra Collective
Camp Life on the Front
Camp Life on the Front
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Taken during World War I by Australian soldier Lieutenant Joseph Robert Jenneson, this photograph shows the everyday reality of life behind the front lines. A group of men stand proudly beside a long trench fire, where rows of blackened mess tins sit warming over open coals — the makeshift kitchen that fed dozens of soldiers each day.
In the background, canvas tents and supply wagons hint at the temporary nature of camp life, constantly moving with the demands of war. This was not a battlefield scene, but a moment of routine: preparing food, sharing tasks, and maintaining some sense of normality in an environment defined by uncertainty.
For engineers and railway men like Jenneson, survival depended as much on organisation and teamwork as it did on courage. Meals like this were essential pauses in the relentless work of digging, building, and transporting supplies across hostile terrain.
More than a century later, this image offers a rare glimpse into the human side of the Australian experience in WWI — the quiet, communal moments that kept morale alive between the hardships of war.
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Shipping
Please note that any customs duties, taxes, or import fees associated with international shipments are the responsibility of the recipient. These charges are determined by your country’s regulations.
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International shipments
Lumirra Collective is proudly Australia based, but we love shipping worldwide.
Please note: For customers located in the United States, Canada, and New Zealand, shipping costs may be higher due to the size and fragile nature of our artworks. To ensure you receive an accurate shipping price, Lumirra Collective will provide a custom shipping quote prior to purchase. Please note that shipping quotes do not include any applicable taxes or duties.
As a small business, I aim to be as open and transparent as possible — I’ve worked to keep shipping rates as fair as I can while ensuring each piece is safely delivered.
An unframed option is available, which significantly reduces shipping costs.
Production & Dispatch Times
All works are printed to order, so please allow 3–5 business days for production. This allows each piece to be carefully printed, assembled, and quality checked before dispatch.
Estimated shipping times:
• Australia: 8–14 business days
• International: 8-14 business days
Delivery times may vary depending on location. You will receive tracking details once your order has been dispatched.
Shipping & Packaging
All artworks are carefully packaged to ensure they arrive safely.
Framed pieces are securely protected and shipped in boxed packaging to minimise movement and reduce the risk of damage during transit.
Unframed works are shipped flat packs or in protective tubes, depending on size. This method prevents bending, creasing, and damage during transit, and is the safest and most reliable way to ship artwork.
Each order is packed with care to ensure it reaches you in the best possible condition.
Thank you for your support — it truly means a lot.
Available Print & Frame Sizes
Available Print & Frame Sizes
Prints are produced in standard ISO sizes, ensuring consistent proportions and professional presentation.
The print size refers to the artwork and paper dimensions.
Each framed piece also includes a gallery mat board and frame, which increases the final outer dimensions.
Available Sizes
• A4
Artwork size: 29.7 × 21 cm
Framed outer size: 45.6 × 35.5 cm
• A3
Artwork size: 42 × 29.7 cm
Framed outer size: 53.8 × 43.6 cm
• A2
Artwork size: 59.4 × 42 cm
Framed outer size: 73 × 53 cm
• A1
Artwork size: 84.1 × 59.4 cm
Framed outer size: 103 × 73 cm
• A0
Artwork size: 119 × 84.1 cm
Available as print only
Print Quality & Archival Materials
Print Quality & Archival Materials
All Lumirra Collective prints are produced using Epson UltraChrome PRO HDR archival inks (9-colour system), widely used in professional fine art printing for their exceptional colour depth, rich blacks, and long lasting resistance to fading.
Each artwork is printed using large format professional printers in a state of the art Melbourne printing laboratory, ensuring museum quality results and precise colour reproduction.
Prints are produced on premium fine art photographic paper (230–250gsm) designed for gallery presentation, offering excellent colour accuracy, deep contrast, and smooth tonal transitions to preserve the detail and atmosphere of each historic image.
Frame Materials & Construction
Frame Materials & Construction
All Lumirra Collective framed prints are produced using premium solid timber frames made from sustainably sourced wood, available in Premium Oak (natural), Matte White, or Matte Black.
Each framed artwork includes a custom gallery style mat board, creating a refined presentation while allowing the photograph space to breathe within the frame.
Frames feature 20mm solid timber moulding, a 3mm MDF backing board, flip-tab fitting system, and a D-ring or string hanging system, ready to display upon arrival.
Frame specifications by size
• A1 – 4 cm depth, 2mm shatter resistant acrylic glazing
• A2 – 3.5 cm depth, 2mm shatter resistant acrylic glazing
• A3 – 4 cm depth, 2mm clear glass
• A4 – 1.8 cm depth, 2mm clear glass
All artworks are produced in a specialised 16,000 square foot production facility in Kilsyth, Melbourne, using advanced printing and framing technology. Each order is printed and assembled individually to ensure consistent quality and craftsmanship.
Authenticity of Historic Images
Authenticity of Historic Images
Many photographs offered by Lumirra Collective originate from historic negatives and photographic materials dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, including glass plate negatives and early film formats used during the development of photography.
Each negative is carefully digitised using high resolution archival scanning techniques, preserving the remarkable detail captured in the original photograph and bringing these historic images back to life for modern printing.
Due to the age of these materials, some images may contain light scratches, dust marks, or minor imperfections from the original negative. While every photograph is carefully restored and optimised, certain characteristics may remain as part of the image’s authentic historical narrative.
All artworks are printed in the highest possible quality and are supplied without the Lumirra Collective watermark, which appears online only for image protection.
Colours may vary slightly depending on screen settings, device displays, and lighting conditions, and minor differences between on-screen images and the final printed artwork may occur.
Returns & Refund Policy
Returns & Refund Policy
Each Lumirra Collective artwork is printed and framed to order, therefore we are unable to offer refunds or exchanges for change of mind purchases.
If your artwork arrives damaged or faulty, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photographs so we can arrange a replacement.
All artworks are carefully inspected and securely packaged using protective materials designed specifically for framed artwork and glass, helping ensure each piece arrives safely and in perfect condition.
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