Visitors have one month left to see Jim Moir: Neo Fauna at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, with the exhibition closing on Monday 31 August 2026.
Neo Fauna features new work created especially for Cartwright Hall, presenting Moir’s colourful and imaginative take on the natural world. Familiar British birds, including ravens and robins, are brought to life through watercolour, pencil, charcoal and experimental techniques. The exhibition will not tour to another venue, making August the final opportunity to see the works together.
Moir is widely known for his television work as Vic Reeves, but has painted and drawn throughout his life. “I never have started, never stopped drawing. Ever since I can remember. And I always, according to who I wanted to be, wanted to be a painter,” he said.
Experimentation is central to his work. Moir often works on four or five pieces at the same time, moving between oils, watercolours and acrylics while testing new techniques, materials and colours. “Always experimenting and always trying new things out,” he added. “Different types, using different mediums, experimenting to find something that you like.”
Neo Fauna has received an enthusiastic response from visitors since it opened in March, according to comments left through Google reviews and visitor feedback forms. One visitor wrote: “Went to see Jim Moir / Vic Reeves art work. What a treat.” Another said: “Love the vibrancy of the Jim Moir exhibition.” A third wrote: “Came to see Jim Moir paintings, how lucky are we. Thoroughly enjoyed it.”
Visitors have also praised Cartwright Hall’s wider collections and its location in Lister Park. One Google reviewer said: “We visited for the Jim Moir exhibition, but also checked out the excellent Pre-Raphaelite and other exhibitions. Wonderful small gallery with excellent staff and beautiful park.” Another visitor commented: “Came to see Jim Moir, didn’t realise you had so much more to see.”
Located in Lister Park, Cartwright Hall gives visitors the opportunity to combine Neo Fauna with the gallery’s permanent collections, other exhibitions, a visit to the café and a walk through the park. Visitors may also spot some of the birds that inspire Moir’s work.
Original artworks featured in the exhibition are available to purchase, with a portion of proceeds supporting Bradford and District Museums and Galleries, helping its museums and galleries remain free and open to all.
With no further venues planned after the exhibition closes on 31 August 2026, visitors are encouraged to plan their visit before it’s too late. Admission is pay what you feel.
Further information is available at bradfordmuseums.org.
