Long Shot by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Long Shot by P. Buckley Moss is a rare limited edition numbered lithograph from 1990 belonging to the artist’s beloved P. Buckley Moss One Boy Collection and P. Buckley Moss Sports Collection. This playful artwork beautifully captures the excitement and confidence of youth through the image of a young golfer completing a powerful swing on a peaceful golf course.  Take a look through our full collection of over 800P. Buckley Moss Rare Prints for more retired editions.

In Long Shot, the curly-haired boy stands proudly mid-swing while dressed in patterned golf attire and a green cap decorated with a shamrock. Bare trees and soft rolling greens create a calm countryside backdrop that allows the child’s energetic movement to become the focal point of the composition. The raised golf club and balanced pose create motion and youthful enthusiasm throughout the artwork.

The artwork reflects themes of confidence, determination, and the joy of outdoor recreation. Moss transforms a simple sports moment into a nostalgic celebration of childhood and Americana charm.

Style & Technique

P. Buckley Moss’s signature folk-art style is beautifully reflected in Long Shot. The elongated figure, soft muted palette, and delicate linework create the graceful simplicity collectors admire throughout her sports-themed artwork.

Soft greens, grays, and earthy neutrals blend together naturally, creating a peaceful golf course atmosphere filled with warmth and balance. Moss uses minimal background detail to keep attention focused on the child’s expressive golfing pose.

As a limited edition lithograph, Long Shot preserves the graceful textures and balanced composition of Moss’s original artwork. The uncluttered landscape gives the piece timeless decorative appeal.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Long Shot is cheerful, energetic, and nostalgic. Moss often celebrated childhood hobbies and outdoor activities, and this artwork beautifully reflects those themes.

The young golfer symbolizes confidence, focus, and playful determination while the peaceful setting reinforces the relaxing spirit associated with the game of golf. The artwork evokes memories of family outings, sportsmanship, and carefree afternoons outdoors.

Collectors are especially drawn to Long Shot because of its lighthearted sports theme and timeless Americana storytelling.

Placement & Gift Ideas

Long Shot displays beautifully in offices, game rooms, sports-themed spaces, or country club interiors. Its soft greens and playful imagery pair naturally with farmhouse, traditional, and golf-inspired décor styles.

This lithograph makes a meaningful gift for golfers, sports enthusiasts, fathers, sons, coaches, or longtime collectors of P. Buckley Moss artwork. It is especially thoughtful for birthdays, retirements, Father’s Day, or golf tournament gifts.

Because this is a rare 1990 numbered edition lithograph, Long Shot remains highly desirable among collectors seeking sports and childhood-themed Moss artwork.

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