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Conrico Steez
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A street artist/illustrator and sign writer from Bristol, UK. I have been developing my mural and illustration practises since I was a wee lad and now paint for businesses and private clients across the UK and further afield.
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A bit of play with Indian ink and rice paper today, illuminating a mountain view night sky with bamboo forest. In a sumi-e style reminiscent of Japanese art

#indianink #nature #illustration #conricosteez #sumi-e #japaneseart #streetart
November 26, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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A mural to brighten up a private clients driveway with a peaceful far eastern sunset.

#streetart #streetartist #graffitti #graffitiartist #conricosteez #japaneseart #japanart #graffiti #mural #muralartist #japan #bristolart #ukstreetart #ukgraffiti #scenicart
November 19, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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'Ramen restoration' is a new print of mine and a follow up piece to 'Night Izakaya'.

Inspired by the izakayas of Shibuya, you can practically smell the ramen broth and hear cheers of "Kanpai" over clinked beer glasses.

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#digitalart #ramen #art
An illustrated scene depicting the interior and exterior of a small, traditional Japanese izakaya or bar at night. ​Inside, two male patrons are seated at a wooden counter on red bar stools. The man on the left, dressed in a dark suit, is drinking. The man on the right, in a blue shirt, has his back mostly to the viewer. Behind the counter, a person in a blue top is visible, possibly the bartender or chef. ​The setting is warm and atmospheric, with orange paper lanterns hanging above and wooden facades. Noren curtains hang in the doorway, featuring a large Japanese character, and to the left, a sign in Japanese says "営業中" (Eigyō-chū - Open for Business). The left side of the image shows an exterior street view with more signs, lanterns, and a glimpse of pink cherry blossoms. Three decorated hand fans are resting on the counter. The overall style is a moody, digital painting. ​The illustration successfully creates a sense of wistful and cinematic solitude, often associated with late-night izakaya scenes in manga or anime. ​Color Palette: The dominant use of deep blues and teals for the night and wet street contrast sharply with the warm orange glow of the lanterns and the red bar stools, creating depth and a distinct, cozy-yet-melancholy feeling. ​The Izakaya: It looks like a classic, small establishment, or a yokocho (alleyway bar) setting. ​The sign saying 営業中 (Eigyō-chū) confirms it's "Open for Business." ​The large character on the noren (curtain) appears to be 力 (Chikara or Riki), meaning "strength" or "power," which could be the name of the bar. ​The paper lanterns add a rustic, inviting touch.
November 10, 2025 at 7:56 AM
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'Ramen restoration' is a new print of mine and a follow up piece to 'Night Izakaya'.

Inspired by the izakayas of Shibuya, you can practically smell the ramen broth and hear cheers of "Kanpai" over clinked beer glasses.

Available here: conricosteez.com/product/back...

#digitalart #ramen #art
An illustrated scene depicting the interior and exterior of a small, traditional Japanese izakaya or bar at night. ​Inside, two male patrons are seated at a wooden counter on red bar stools. The man on the left, dressed in a dark suit, is drinking. The man on the right, in a blue shirt, has his back mostly to the viewer. Behind the counter, a person in a blue top is visible, possibly the bartender or chef. ​The setting is warm and atmospheric, with orange paper lanterns hanging above and wooden facades. Noren curtains hang in the doorway, featuring a large Japanese character, and to the left, a sign in Japanese says "営業中" (Eigyō-chū - Open for Business). The left side of the image shows an exterior street view with more signs, lanterns, and a glimpse of pink cherry blossoms. Three decorated hand fans are resting on the counter. The overall style is a moody, digital painting. ​The illustration successfully creates a sense of wistful and cinematic solitude, often associated with late-night izakaya scenes in manga or anime. ​Color Palette: The dominant use of deep blues and teals for the night and wet street contrast sharply with the warm orange glow of the lanterns and the red bar stools, creating depth and a distinct, cozy-yet-melancholy feeling. ​The Izakaya: It looks like a classic, small establishment, or a yokocho (alleyway bar) setting. ​The sign saying 営業中 (Eigyō-chū) confirms it's "Open for Business." ​The large character on the noren (curtain) appears to be 力 (Chikara or Riki), meaning "strength" or "power," which could be the name of the bar. ​The paper lanterns add a rustic, inviting touch.
November 10, 2025 at 7:56 AM
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New print drop today on my website. 🍜 🍻

'Ramen restoration' is a continuation on from my 'Night Izakaya' illustration.

Evoking the warmth and whimsy of an izakaya in the backstreets of Tokyo with it's mouth watering smells of freshly cooked ramen. 🍜

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#digitalart
November 8, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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Painting something a little different than the usual and craving warmer days in which you can walk through a stream and not freeze your toes off.

Feet got soaked doing this one rather appropriately with all the rain.

#graffiti #streetart #anime #conricosteez #mural #muralartist #graffitiartist
October 29, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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'Night Izakaya'

Probably one of my most successful prints evokes a sense of mysterious calm and homeliness that izakayas (Japanese pubs) illuminate into the world.

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#illustration #illustrationartists #izakaya #conricosteez #tokyo #contemporaryartist #print
October 22, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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A lovely bit of fun painting this portrait on the weekend for the open day at Lost Projects skatepark in Glastonbury.

#streetart #streetartist #graffiti #graffitiart #mural #muralartist #muralart #conricosteez #spraypaintart #urbanart #graffitiportrait #streetartportrait #muralportrait #muralism
September 30, 2025 at 9:56 AM
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A smoking french beauty. 😺

Lovely day painting in during yesterday's art market. Got to crack on with this portrait I've been wanting to paint for a while. Really enjoyed getting into the shading contours of her turtleneck jumper with a limited colour palette.

#streetart #conricosteez #mural
September 21, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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A selection of 10x10cm canvases painted in gouache for the BS5 Art trail.

These are £40 a piece if anyone would like to own one.

#naturepainting
September 17, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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Some recent hand painted signs for various clients and projects.

Get in touch if you need a sign or mural for your business or home!

#signwriter #signwriting #alwayshandpaint #bristol #bristolartist #conricosteez #aboard #barbershop #fasciasign #letterhead #letterheads #handpaintedletters
August 22, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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El gato de sushi, sushi no neko, la chat sushi.

Popped out for a quick 1 hour paint down the local graffiti alley to drop the frisky feline maki fiend the other night.

#kawaii #neko #conricosteez #gys #urbanart #streetart #graffiti #mural #muralartist #streetartist #spraypaintart #cat #sushi
A close-up of a vibrant street art mural depicting a cat's face. The cat has a large, bright yellow eye with a black pupil and a white reflection. Its fur is a mix of dark browns, blacks, and hints of teal and blue. The top of its ear is visible, showing a lighter brown and tan color. The mural is painted on what appears to be a brick wall, with some of the texture showing through the paint. A vibrant mural on a brick wall depicts a large, dark cat with bright yellow eyes peering over a yellow ledge. Above the cat, on a dark blue background, are white outlines of stars and white handwritten text that reads "LAURA," "MOMO," and "TASH." Below the cat, on the yellow ledge, are three large, realistic paintings of red sushi pieces, likely tuna or salmon nigiri. To the left, a small portion of what appears to be maki sushi (sushi rolls) is also visible. The bottom of the mural shows a concrete or paved ground with some weeds growing. A vibrant mural on a brick wall depicts a large, dark cat with big yellow eyes peering over a yellow ledge. Below the ledge are three pieces of nigiri sushi with pink tops and a roll of maki sushi with green, white, and red fillings. The background is a starry, dark blue sky with bright white stars and abstract white swirls. Above the cat's head, white text reads "LAURA / MOMO / TASH" with a small heart. To the left, "LOVE BS5" is written vertically. On the right, some Japanese characters are visible, and the number "2023" is present near the top. The artist's handle "@conricosteez" is painted on the yellow ledge on the left. Green foliage spills over the top and bottom left of the mural.
July 5, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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'Mystic Arch' print release

Available in A5/A4/A3 inkjet printed onto 210gsm paper.

#digitalart #britishmyth #conricosteez #digitalillustration #streetartist #procreate
An ethereal, digitally painted scene depicts a crumbling stone archway, part of a larger ruin, bathed in soft, otherworldly light. To the left, a large, ancient tree with vibrant green foliage leans towards the arch, its branches extending over and around the structure. The stonework of the ruins is textured, with hints of moss and small plants growing from cracks, and it appears to shimmer with an internal, cool blue light. Through the archway, a bright, verdant landscape is visible, suggesting a passage to another realm or a well-preserved garden beyond. The background is a deep, magical blue, filled with swirling, glowing orbs and faint, star-like patterns, hinting at a mystical or nocturnal setting. Butterflies with glowing wings are scattered near the base of the tree and around the ruins, adding to the magical atmosphere. The overall impression is one of ancient mystery and enchantment.
June 13, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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A lil solo outing to an old spot yesterday to stomp out this quagmire inspired piece.

#streetart #graffiti #mural #muralartist #graffitiart #conricosteez #graveyardshift #spraypaintart #muralism #streetartist #bristol #bristolstreetart #purple #spraypaint
A vibrant, wide-angle photo captures a large graffiti mural on a wall next to a street. The mural depicts a colorful, fantastical landscape with a body of water in the foreground. Large green bubble letters spelling "CONRICO" appear to float on the water, with a "!" at the end. The sky above is a riot of purple, orange, and yellow hues, suggesting a dramatic sunset or sunrise. On the far right, in purple text, are the letters "GYS" and a stylized sun. The body of water, rendered in shades of blue and purple, features small, dark, jagged shapes that resemble islands or rocks. On either side of the mural, the landscape is mountainous, with peaks rendered in deep purples and blues. Above the mural, a concrete overpass or bridge runs horizontally across the top of the image, with some overgrown foliage visible. On the right side of the photo, a silver utility pole stands next to the mural, bearing a blue and white "One way" sign and a red and white triangular sign warning of "Humps for 55 yards." The road in the foreground is dark asphalt with double yellow lines, and a metal grate is visible in the pavement. The overall impression is one of dynamic street art transforming an urban space. A vibrant graffiti artwork spans a concrete wall, depicting a stylized mountainous landscape under a dramatic sky. The upper part of the image shows a cloudy sky rendered in shades of grey, pink, and orange, with some dark grey clouds appearing on the left. In the middle ground, abstract mountain peaks in dark purple and grey rise from a body of water. The water itself is a striking mix of turquoise and light blue, with touches of darker blue, suggesting depth and movement. Several light blue, elongated, drip-like shapes emerge from the water, creating splashes and ripples, hinting at an otherworldly or artistic representation of liquid. Orange and pink heart shapes are scattered across the top left of the painting, near the word "LAURA" in an orange script, below which reads "MOM OR TASH". To the right of that, "CKONE 2 HOT" is written in black. The overall style is reminiscent of spray-paint art, with visible texture and layering. The top of the wall is rough concrete, and a small part of a green and yellow artwork is visible on the far right edge. An eye-level shot captures a vibrant graffiti mural on a wall. The dominant colours are shades of purple, orange, and blue. In the upper center, the word "GYS" is spray-painted in bold, bright yellow letters with an orange outline, appearing to glow. Below the letters, three horizontal, wavy orange lines suggest movement or energy. The background features dark, shadowy mountains in various shades of blue and purple, resembling a rugged landscape, possibly a mountain range or island chain. Above the mountains, the sky is depicted with horizontal streaks of orange and white, resembling clouds or a sunset. In the lower left, a small, dark silhouette of a boat with a person in it is visible on a body of water, which is painted in shades of light blue and turquoise, with some white reflections. The entire image has a slightly textured appearance, indicating it's painted on a rough surface. A graffiti mural under a concrete overpass, viewed from an upward-sloping road. The mural depicts a vibrant landscape with a sky transitioning from orange and pink to purple, and a body of water with shades of blue and hints of green. Large, green bubble letters with a yellow highlight spell out "CONRICO" across the middle of the mural, appearing to float on the water. Below the water, dark, jagged shapes suggest mountains or landmasses. On the far left, some red tags are visible. On the right, a blue directional road sign with a white arrow points right, and a smaller red-bordered white sign with a downward-pointing arrow indicates a steep hill. The overpass itself is concrete with some green foliage on top.
June 6, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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Peering through the fire storm of the state of the world right now with this mural I painted last weekend alongside an old friend.

#streetart #mural #conricosteez #graffitiartist #graffiti #streetartist #muralartist #bristol #spraypaintart #spraypaintartist #graffitiportrait #urbanart #muralist
April 17, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Rocked the dragon on this one a few years back now.

#urbanart #dragonball #conricosteez #graffitiart #graffitiartist #mural #muralpainting #bristolartist #akiratoriyama #streetart #throwback #dragonballz
April 5, 2025 at 8:26 AM
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My new daruma doll colouring sheets for adults and kids are available to purchase. Drop a comment below if you'd like one, they will be live on my store later today.

#daruma #darumadoll #conricosteez #colouringin #adultcolouringin #colouringinsheet #digitalart #illustration #japaneseculture
March 31, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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Had a quick blast on the ol' can rattler's in Aberdeen yesterday alongside some top lads.

Painted this wee bonny Asian lass in an alcove.

#streetart #graffiti #conricosteez #mural #muralartist #aberdeen #spraypaint #graffitiartist #aberdeengraffiti #urbanart #graffitiportrait #graffitiartist
Vibrant street art of a woman with blue hair and purple jacket against a fiery red and orange cloud background. Bold expression, graffiti style. Close-up of vibrant graffiti art depicting an eye. The image features bold strokes, vivid colors like blue and pink, conveying an energetic and dynamic mood. Close-up of vibrant graffiti artwork depicting an expressive eye and colorful hair. Pink, blue, and black hues create a dynamic, energetic feel. A vibrant graffiti portrait of a woman with blue and black hair, striking eyes, and pink lips against an orange background with swirling patterns.
March 14, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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A fun one yesterday down at a local paint spot for international women's day. Rocked the wall with a strong sheeba lassy. 🗡️ 🐯 🧚 Alongside Werm, Koolhand, Dazcat and Mind 49.

#graffiti #streetart #conricosteez #urbanart #graffitiartist #mural #muralartist #iwd #internationalwomansday #bristol
March 9, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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To celebrate international women's day today I painted a powerful lass who needs no man to help her riding a big purr.

Bit of a loosey, goosey design but I'm satisfied with how it came out despite my hangover today.

#itw #conricosteez #spraypaintart #mural #streetart #woman
March 8, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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Prints of my 'Bristol in the Edo Period' available on my website now. Follow the link to purchase conricosteez.com/product/bris...

#print #illustration #bristol #japan #cherryblossom #gouachepainting #triptych #streetartist #printsale #artistprint #shoji #conricosteez #streetart #contemporaryart
A triptych painting with a vibrant landscape combining traditional and modern elements. The artwork features rolling green hills, cherry blossoms, rivers, mountains, and modern buildings, with golden clouds floating throughout the scene. A bridge, a highway, and a smiling clock add dynamic elements to the composition. The painting is unframed and displayed on a white wall. A close-up angled shot of the framed triptych painting, highlighting the intricate details, bold outlines, and golden accents. The reflection on the glass slightly distorts some areas, but the vibrant colors and artistic style remain prominent. The same triptych painting but framed in a black frame with a white mat. The artwork is now enclosed within the frame, making it appear more structured and refined. A red wall hook is visible above the frame.
March 1, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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An experimental portrait of one of my little princesses giving me that food death stare. I decided to paint this piece using an opposing colour scheme and quite happy with the outcome.

#illustration #petportrait #conricosteez #procreate #pets #cats #kitten #digitalart #contemporaryart #streetart
A digital painting of a cat with a mix of realism and glitch art effects. The cat has a white and purple-toned fur pattern, with expressive yellow eyes. The background consists of abstract orange and beige brushstrokes, with pixelated distortions and digital noise scattered throughout the image. The cat appears to be walking forward, with a focused gaze and dynamic posture. A digital painting of a cat with a mix of realism and glitch art effects. The cat has a white and purple-toned fur pattern, with expressive yellow eyes. The background consists of abstract orange and beige brushstrokes, with pixelated distortions and digital noise scattered throughout the image. The cat appears to be walking forward, with a focused gaze and dynamic posture. A digital painting of a cat with a mix of realism and glitch art effects. The cat has a white and purple-toned fur pattern, with expressive yellow eyes. The background consists of abstract orange and beige brushstrokes, with pixelated distortions and digital noise scattered throughout the image. The cat appears to be walking forward, with a focused gaze and dynamic posture.
February 25, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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I was commissioned to paint the Shire with motifs of Bristol/Glastonbury littered amongst the scenery along with nods to my clients interests.

This was a custom illustration commission as a birthday gift. Get in touch if you'd like something similar.

#lotr #digitalart #conricosteez #tolkien
This colorful artwork portrays a vibrant, fantastical landscape. Rolling green hills are dotted with hobbit-style houses, apple trees, and a smoke-billowing steam train winding its way through the scenery. A dazzling display of fireworks illuminates the sky, forming a dragon shape, as the sunset glows warmly on the horizon. There's a mix of whimsy and mystery, with details such as a blue police box hidden near the edge of the scene and a medieval-style tower perched on one hill. A family sits peacefully in the foreground, while a suspension bridge spans the distance, blending magic with modernity. This vibrant illustration features a picturesque green hillscape under a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds. A medieval-style tower sits atop one of the hills, while a fiery dragon-shaped firework illuminates the sky. Apple orchards dot the landscape, and a steam train weaves through the scene, adding a sense of whimsy. A wooden signpost in the foreground points to destinations like "Ashton Gate," "Hobbiton," and "Lawrence Hill," blending elements of fantasy and reality in a charmingly surreal setting. This imaginative scene showcases a sunset sky transitioning to evening, featuring a dragon-shaped firework display sparkling in hues of orange and gold. The blue sky is scattered with fluffy clouds, while the foreground reveals a lush, rolling green landscape. A medieval tower stands atop a hill on the left, with a steam train chugging along the tracks below. Hobbit-style homes with round doors nestle into the hillside on the right, and a suspension bridge spans the distance. Vibrant fireworks and glowing lights bring a festive atmosphere to this whimsical and fantastical setting.
January 26, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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Popped out for a quick rattle of the cans yesterday with a good pal at one of my favourite spots in the city.

Thought I'd get in some portrait practise with an image of this Instagram lass posing in an American diner.

#streetart #urbanart #graffitiartist #conricosteez #graffiti #mural #muralist
January 19, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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The original wall I painted to the canvas I produced after the fact.

I challenged myself 2 years ago to this design and was taken with the composition so decided to paint it as a slightly more refined canvas after the fact.

#streetartist #acrylicpainting #conricosteez #canvas #urbanart #kitsune
December 26, 2024 at 10:02 PM