About

ArtNow is an online platform showcasing the outstanding contemporary art exhibitions, events, galleries, news, books and editioned art works from across Aotearoa New Zealand. In addition, ArtNow is the publishing platform for a monthly Essay independently commissioned by representatives of the public galleries of Aotearoa.

ArtNow responds to an urgent need to ensure that an art interested public has easy and efficient access to the great contemporary art that is made, commissioned, exhibited, collected, and talked about in Aotearoa.

More than 60 Galleries, both dealer and public - are featured on the website, showcasing their current and forthcoming Exhibitions and Events

The Book page brings together some of the most beautiful books about New Zealand art and artists in one place - offering easy online access to independently published art books that aren't stocked in most book shops.

For those thinking of starting to buy art, or expanding an existing collection, ArtNow's online Editions page offers an invaluable resource to see art works available from galleries at a very affordable price. Limited Edition artworks are original works of art, made in multiples - for example prints, photographs and more. The Editions page on ArtNow.NZ showcases art works by renowned artists alongside early-career artists.

Essays is a monthly series featuring independent and original commentary on contemporary art. Each essay offers a distinctively critical point of view on artists, art works, exhibitions, publications, issues or themes within the world of contemporary visual art.

All information and content on ArtNow is provided by subscribing galleries. The site is not responsible for any inaccuracies or errors in the information provided.