Paula Brill

Paula Brill is an emerging contemporary artist using a New Zealand expressionist art form. She works mainly in oil on canvas but enjoys playing with other mediums too. While she is particularly drawn to modern portraits and figurative work, she has been known to experiment with other subject matter.

Thinking about her approach to art, Paula appreciates this quote from nationalgalleries.org: Expressionists searched inwards for deeper meaning. The style is defined by free brushwork, heightened colour and jagged or elongated forms.

Paula is self-taught. She is inspired by individuality in people, and looks to discover/reveal that in her artwork. Paula is interested in exploring options for commissions.

Art by the River is a contemporary Whanganui fine art gallery, opened in December 2024. The gallery features a mix of emerging and established New Zealand artists, alongside an exclusive fine art Collectables selection of New Zealand fine art prints. As an art dealer and collector, 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 NZ artists through a regular art exhibition in-house, connecting both NZ and international art collectors with meaningful artwork, and contributing to Whanganui's vibrant cultural landscape.