New Zealand's Favourite Artists
Book edited by Denis Robinson

This 128-page book is an impressive portfolio of works by sixty of the most popular artists currently working in New Zealand. It is designed as an introduction for those who are just starting out to buy the work of local artists and as an up-to-date reference for those art buyers who already collect New Zealand art.

The resulting collection covers a wide spectrum of styles, concepts and techniques, with the artists ranging from young talent that has just burst onto the scene, through well-known names, to a few true legends of New Zealand painting. Among them are no fewer than three artists who were finalists in the Adam Portraiture Awards 2006, including its winner. It will also be seen how Maori and Pacific Island influences have contributed to our unique New Zealand art style.

This book gives only brief (art-related) biographical details of the artists and makes no attempt to comment or critique their works. However it is possible to get some insight into how their talents have developed, with many having received awards or prizes and other recognition throughout their journeys.

It is hoped that this book will be used as a stimulus to begin collecting New Zealand art and as a reference to some of the wide range of talent our country has to offer. This is a collection of the paintings that Kiwis really are buying for their homes.

Click here to download this book (PDF file 6.75Mb).

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