For a large wall, this one gets fairly frequent facelifts, usually, but not always, linked to Upfest. This time for 75 walls in 75 days, it is the turn of Philth and N4T4, and they have created something rather special.
The two artists are no strangers to collaborating with one another, and indeed my first introduction to their talents was at an Upfest festival a few years back. In this mural, their work integrates really well, assisted by the colour palette both artists are using.
The portrait is by N4T4 and is typical of his work, where the face is composed of a whole load of tiny detailed patterns, in this case floral patterns. It is so clever the way he does this. Not so clever is the terrible photograph. I’ll have to go and take another one.
The extraordinary floral backdrop is by Philth and is surely inspired by William Morris wallpaper designs. Rich and sumptuous, the poppy heads, sunflowers, foxgloves and daisies make for a stunning piece, and it is amazing how powerful the whole effect is, being created with so few colours.
For good measure, topping the mural there is a butterfly which I think is by N4T4. The wing spots give this away as being a peacock butterfly, which again is superbly created using a limited colour palette. This is a joyful and uplifting collaboration that greets motorists on one of the busier roads in Bedminster and thoroughly deserving of its place on this premium wall.
Natural adventures 
Indeed an absolutely beautiful collab and it was a real pleasure to catch up with them both whilst they were painting this stunning wall.
I haven’t posted it yet because of the awful billboard that spoils the overall effect of the piece.
I have been told it should be changed roughly every month although obviously that hasn’t happened so am really hoping it happens soon and it’s replacement looks better than that horrific one does now.
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That billboard is like a passion-killer.
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Exactly that
I’m desperately hoping the billboard will change some time soon
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I totally agree with Paul. I’m guessing that the advertising board has something to do with the property, sponsorship or both, but either way, it does nothing for the mural or the advertiser. Other than than it’s a really good piece of art. I’d like to know how the artist feels.
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Artists tend to be pretty cool about most things. It’s a jungle out there.
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They hated it tbh and I was suggesting they just paint over it lol . . .
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I suppose they’ve done what they set out to do now and get it noticed 🙂
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