Max Thomson

Max Thomson was born in Whanganui in 1945, and has a long family connection with the Whanganui River and the West Coast. He moved with his family to Auckland in the early 1960s.

Max has exhibited his work in many group exhibitions and has had five solo shows. His formative years spent in provincial New Zealand have had a profound effect on his choice of subject matter. This is evidenced in his constant return to the natural landscape for inspiration.

Art by the River is the newest art gallery Whanganui has to offer, opening in December 2024. This fine art gallery features a blend of well-known and emerging New Zealand artists, alongside an exclusive art Collectables selection of original art for sale. As art collectors and dealers , we include rare and sought-after artworks by internationally recognised artists such as Gretchen Albrecht, Banksy, Damien Hirst, Ralph Hotere and Andy Warhol. We are committed to supporting New Zealand artists by providing new exhibitions in-house, connecting both local and international art collectors with important works of art, and contributing to Whanganui's unique cultural identity.