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Bristol’s six best graffiti artists (who aren’t Banksy)
A new Lonely Planet guidebook, Experience England, focuses on ‘Banksy’s Bristol’ for visitors to what they describe as “the South West’s coolest city”.
But it’s not just about Banksy, with Where The Wall tour guide and godfather of Bristol street art, John Nation, focusing on six “key players” in Bristol’s street art scene.
Here are Nation’s picks of six artists from Bristol who aren’t Banksy:
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Inkie recently repainted his mural from See No Evil in 2012, which took over Nelson Street for two consecutive years – photo: Martin Booth
“Part of the original Barton Hill crew, now a massive name in Bristol street art.”
Bristol’s most famous Big Issue seller, Jeff Knight, captured by HazardOne on John Street in the Old City – photo: Martin Booth
“Recognised as one of the UK’s top female graffiti artists.”
Jody painting at Upfest in 2017 – photo: Upfest
“Began painting at Barton Hill, now known for photorealistic female portraits.”
Paul McCartney and Jane Asher as imagined by Bex Glover on the walls of Bristol Old Vic – photo: Martin Booth
“Known for her nature-inspired, abstract work.”
Andy Council at work in one of the archways next to St John on the Wall Church – photo: Peter Hall
“Creates beasts made up of architectural landmarks.”
Lucas Antics’ work above Oowee Diner on North Street – photo: Martin Booth
“Colourful muralist recently commissioned to create a trail for Aardman.”
Experience England is the latest guidebook published by Lonely Planet
Main photo: Martin Booth
Read next:
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- Stunning Greta Thunberg mural painted on Bristol wall
- Female Bristol artists showcased on North Street murals
- Andy Council creates new mural in medieval entrance to Old City
- New Lucas Antics mural adds splash of colour to street
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