Gregory Moore

Raised close to the Northern Irish countryside and coast, I am now resident in East Ayrshire, Scotland. I was introduced to printmaking while studying Fine Art in Belfast. Following a career in graphic design and teaching, I rediscovered printmaking after enrolling in a refresher etching course at Glasgow Print Studio, where I soon became a member and continue to work regularly.

I draw inspiration from the landscapes of Ireland and Scotland, emphasising the unique character of both regions and the wildlife they support. Through printmaking, I seek to convey the mood and beauty of these environments, while exploring the human impact on the landscape. Glimpsed road surfaces, fence posts and distant dwellings are recurring reminders that there is very little, if any, untouched wilderness left within the British Isles.

I specialise primarily in etching, while also working in mezzotint, monotype and stone lithography. My draughtsmanship is ideally suited to the etched line, complemented by the tonal qualities of aquatint and spit bite. This combination of techniques allows me to explore the changing weather and seasons, creating works with a strong atmospheric quality.

Wildlife is also a recurring subject in my work, reflecting the diverse environments with which I am familiar. Foxes, barn owls, puffins, herons and dippers are among the subjects I observe and portray, seeking to capture their character and vitality.

My work is exhibited widely across the UK and has been included in exhibitions at the Royal Academy, Royal Ulster Academy and Royal Scottish Academy. In 2017, I was awarded the Roy Wood Prize for Excellence in Printmaking at the Royal Scottish Academy Exhibition, followed by the Derwent Prize at the Paisley Art Institute in 2018.