Anyone who visits the centre of Bristol can’t have missed that there has been a lot of redevelopment work going on in Nelson Street, Broad Street and the surrounding area. This rather seedy backwater has, over the last two years undergone a bit of a face lift and is being opened soon as a huge, 250 bedroom, hotel owned by the Clayton chain. Let’s hope they can find enough workers to staff it! Unlike many developments, this one has retained some significant existing murals and commissioned a new one by the old master, Felix Braun.
Felix Braun or FLX is one of the godfathers of Bristol street art and author of the book ‘Children of the Can’ a ‘must-have’ for enthusiasts of the Bristol scene. His artwork has taken on a highly designed stylised look in recent years, and this huge mural is a gorgeous reminder of his talent. Abstract figures at the base of the piece draw your eyes in before sending them upwards towards the giant figure and it’s shadow. There is something very pleasing about the piece overall, and it is great to see FLX’s work in the heart of the city.
Natural adventures 
This piece was the biggest mural he had ever painted.
The characters at the bottom are based on family, friends and pets.
The main figures represent the fable of the Bristol giants which is well worth a little investigation . . .
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I need to photograph his new piece next to the M32. Spotted it half-done the other day.
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Yeah I managed to get a few shots of the finished piece yesterday . . .
Loving the message and am hoping it gets a little respect . . .
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Yes I agree. That wall tends to be left alone for long periods, so here’s hoping.
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