Painting has been the dominant medium for New Zealand art since colonial times, and over the past 30 years there has been a proliferation of talented painters producing first-rate work. This is a collection of images that reflect the originality of contemporary New Zealand painting. From Albrecht to Zusters, each artist is represented by one work. Most of these have not been widely reproduced before, and an attempt has been made to cover a diverse range of styles and philosophies. Accompanying each painting is an overview of the artist's life and work. Aimed at everyone with an interest in the visual arts, as well as students and teachers, this book should introduce new talent along with lesser-known work by established artists.