Jim Moir: Neo Fauna at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, bradford

Artist Jim Moir, widely known as Vic Reeves, presents new artworks created for this exhibition. Working between performance and painting throughout his career, Moir has maintained a daily studio practice centred on close observation of the world around him, particularly British birds and wildlife. The exhibition features bold, textured paintings created using experimental techniques that layer a variety of mediums. Working from his studio each morning, Moir builds up richly textured surfaces over several weeks, often depicting the birds he observes on daily walks. Looking is fundamental to his process. Moir studies this instinctive presence of his subjects before translating them into paintings that are both precise and unexpected. Familiar animals become saturated with colour, texture and personality, inviting us to see them anew. Set in Lister Park with its own abundant wildlife, Cartwright Hall provides the perfect setting for this celebration of the natural world. After viewing the exhibition, visitors can explore the park to spot resident ducks, geese and garden birds. Works are available to purchase, with a portion of the proceeds going towards supporting Bradford Museums and Galleries to remain free and open to everyone.