About the exhibition:

Since 2003 the Museum of natural history in Halberstadt presents the bi-yearly exhibition “MoVo -Modern Bird Paintings” in the Museum “Heineanum”. An award for the best bird painter is exclaimed by the Heineanum association, after a jury by members of the museum, as well as professionals in art and ornithology have chosen it‘s favorite work among all accepted entries. The exhibition in Halberstadt and the awarding is a stand alone among national art shows in Germany.

About the exhibition:

This year, 200 artworks were chosen for AFC’s 14th annual exhibit, celebrating artistic excellence in the depiction of nature, raising awareness of conservation issues and supporting organizations dedicated to them. Around 80 artworks have been selected for inclusion in the live exhibit opening this fall. The live exhibit will premier at the Artists for Conservation Festival at VanDusen Botanical Gardens in Vancouver, Canada from September 23-26. Following the opening, most artwork will then tour internationally.