Natural adventures

6344. St Werburghs tunnel (440)

Mr Klue, St Werburghs, Bristol, August 2024

It is fortunate that I am a big fan of Mr Klue’s abstract pieces, because if I were not, then it is unlikely that I would share much of his work, or at least not in anything like the quantity that I do. Mr Klue is another of those artists who represents the consistency and beating heart of the Bristol street art scene, never looking to be the star of the show, but rather, modestly getting on with what he loves doing.

This KLUE writing has a rather nice emerald tint to it, contrasting well with the darker shadows of the piece. To the untrained eye, it might be difficult to make out the letters, but I think that this is one of the easier ones to read, especially if you know the letters you are looking for. Fine work from the very busy Mr Klue.

6343. Brunel Way (286)

Sait Bare, Brunel Way, Bristol, August 2024

Sait Bare appears to be painting more often, or maybe I am simply seeing his pieces more often, either way, it is great to find his work. This piece took a couple of trips to record, because the first time I saw it, it was incomplete, and I had to return a few days later to see the final rendition.

It is interesing to see, from the work in progress, the layering and sequencing that Sait Bare undertakes in producing his work. This is not the first time that Sait Bare has used this particular design idea of presenting two entirely different colour schemes mashed up together in sections, and thee final effect is stunning, if not a little confusing.

The letters spell SAIT, and while the font is consistent through the piece, the background and fills most definitely are not. So the overall appearance is that one piece has been painted over the other and then half of it ripped down. You need to ask yourself which one was painted over the other? An interesting illusion.

Rhythm

Back for four days now

slipping into a rhythm

as if I’d not been

by Scooj

6342. Cumberland Basin

#DFTE, Cumberland Basin, Bristol, August 2024

There is a charm and a simplicity to #DFTE’s philosophical musings, which have grown from small framed installation art pieces to these large full-scale wall street art graffiti writing pieces. Throughout, he has never lost or compromised his ‘house font’, which identifies his work so specifically.

Black and white pieces always make an impact, and this one is no exception. The words spell out the phrase “You are already perfect”. Kindness at its simplest and best. Often less is more when composing messages, and this one lands with grace and impact. The drips from the letters create an accidental (or intentional) 3D drop shadow. Another wonderful piece to enjoy from #DFTE

6341. Greenbank (133)

Le Imposter Design, Greenbank, Bristol, August 2024

This is exactly the type of discovery I love to make, and highlights why I do what I do. The Bristol to Bath cycle path is a very busy thoroughfare for cyclists and walkers alike. The vast majority of footfall (or wheel-fall) passing the long hoarding alongside the Chocolate Factory development, will miss this little gem, and some of the larger gems here too, being more focussed on getting from A to B. Observers of the world, however’, will stop and enjoy treats like this one from another first-timer on Natural Adventures, Le Imposter Design.

This modest design is dwarfed by the larger pieces of graffiti writing and street art surrounding it, and is easily overlooked, being at about knee to waist height. The art piece sets out a wonderful view out of a window and onto the street. There are lots of little details to enjoy, the plant and pot, coffee with a heart shape in the froth, some paperwork, and even a stall and awning on a building across the street. Wonderful calming stuff in a frenetic spot. A big welcome to Le Imposter Design, I hope to see more of her work before too long.

6340. Montpelier Park

Butch, Montpelier Park, Bristol, August 2024

Here we have yet another artist making a debut on Natural Adventures, in a year notable for the number of artists coming onto my radar for the first time. There is something very appealing about the simplicity and modesty of this piece, which reminds me a lot of Biers’ work, when I first came across him almost a decade ago.

Butch is a member of the PLB stable, and although I have probably seen his work before, this piece has elevated him in my consciousness. I like the letter shapes and the way that they are stacked over one another, casting shadows. The colour works well on quite a messy background, and the whole thing, although a ‘quick one’, made me smile. Look out for more from Butch.

6339. Muriel Alleyway (12)

Esme Lower, Muriel Alleyway, Bristol, August 2024

The mini street art festival in Muriel Alleyway, organised by Rtiiika at the end of July was a triumph, giving exposure to artists whose work is rarely seen in some of the regular graffiti spots around town. Most of the artists present belong to the Bristol Mural Collective who primarily work in studios, so this event is a great opportunity for them to paint in a safe environment and for us to see their work.

This colourful shutter piece is by Esme Lower who has been doing some interesting street work this summer, not least her collaboration with Bloem a couple of weeks back. This is a bright and cheerful abstract piece with some character eyes breaking cover from the kind of flowery vista. I look forward to seeing where Esme Lower’s journey takes us.

6338. Dean Lane skate park (745)

Dibz and Fade, Dean Lane, Bristol, August 2024

Fade and Dibz need no introduction here given that I have posted dozens of their collaborations already on Natural Adventures this year. Their productivity is admirable and the quality of their work, awesome.

This collaboration centres on the theme of 1980s arcade game Pac-Man, but adopts a modern version of the little yellow character. The yellow dots in the maze are reproduced, although I am a little surprised not to see the incorporation of the four ghosts. Fade has split his letters into two colour assemblages, perhaps adding a little variety.

Dibz has also incorporated the maze element as his background and cleverly incorporated an ‘on-brand’ Pac-Man FUA (From up above). The transition of colour fill in Dibz’ letters is outstanding, and the fine yellow highlights help the letters to pop. Magnificent work from the duo.

6337. Greenbank (132)

Grimes has been smashing it all summer with his colourful and energetic pieces, and this one on the long hoarding at Greenbank simply adds another to his expanding portfolio. Sadly, we’re now entering the last days of the Raj with this particular spot, as the development of the site is nearing completion. It will be a sad day when the hoarding comes down, but illustrative of the temporary nature of street/graffiti art.

The letters in ‘fruits of the forest’ colours spell out GRIME, and as ever have an incredible sense of movement about them. There is something rather lyrical about Grimes’ writing, if that makes any sense at all, like visual poetry. Another great piece from Grimes, and surely about time for a gallery?

Thursday doors – 5 September 2024 – Doors of Nottingham

Doors 276 – Doors of Nottingham (Part I), UK, March 2024

I missed last week’s Thursday doors, there was simply too much going on, and I ran out of time. I am feeling similarly ragged this morning, so this is going to be a quick one. Many of my Thursday doors collections happen to be tied in with work meetings around the country, when I have to do an ‘over-nighter’. On the day of the meeting I tend to get up early from my hotel, wander around the town or city for an hour or so before joining my colleagues, and it is during this stroll that I get to take photographs. This week I bring you the first of three selections from Nottingham captured in March this year, I hope you enjoy them.

Gray & Bull opticians door, Nottingham, March 2024

Notts Bank Chambers doors, Nottingham, March 2024

Neighbours with rather different doors, Nottingham, March 2024

Yellow door behind a gate, Nottingham, March 2024

Carlton Buildings (flats 1-9) door, Nottingham, March 2024

Black door and barber's pole, Nottingham, March 2024 — Black door and barber’s pole, Nottingham, March 2024

Stunning Gothic architecture and green doors, Nottingham, March 2024

I would love to expand on some of these doors, and buildings, but am a little pressed for time.

I hope to be a little more organised next time, until then… cheerio.

If you have made it this far, you probably like doors, and you really ought to take a look at the No Facilities blog by Dan Anton who has taken over the hosting of Thursday Doors from Norm 2.0 blog. Links to more doorscursions can be found in the comments section of Dan Anton’s Thursday Doors post.

by Scooj

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