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Upfest returns to the streets of South Bristol on Friday, May 17, for a massive 17-day programme of events, live art, workshops and more. Named Upfest Presents, this year’s festival of street art includes some of the biggest names in the field – from Cheo to Jody, Andy Council, Mister Samo and many many more.
We’ve put together a handy guide containing a day-by-day rundown of when and where your favourite artists will be painting live, as well as workshops you can get involved with – from fashion to architecture, cosy bookshops to art while you drink, and plenty for kids. You’ll need to book your spaces on some of the workshops, however the festival as a whole needs no ticket or pre-booking – you can simply venture down to the BS3 area and watch the magic unfold.
All information below is correct at time of writing, but is subject to change. You can find out more about the festival via its website here, and find a map of all murals at this year’s event here.
Read more: Everything we know about Upfest 2024
Read more: Upfest starts with big pink tease on North Street
May 17
Artists painting live – and where
- Fyona Fin – Opposite the Malago
- Angi Jerez – Kask
- Jaqui Butterworth – North Street Standard
- Squirl – St John’s Lane 318
- Artez – 15 West Street
- Andy Council & Acerone – Acta
Workshops
Silversmithing Workshop – 3-6pm at Silver & Steel – An introduction to metal recycling and precious metal jewellery. Booking required.
May 18
Artists painting live
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Sophie Long – Ebenezer Gate
- Fyona Fin – Opposite the Malago
- Angi Jerez – Kask
- Jody – George Carr
- Elaine Carr – Hoardings City & Country
- Karl Read – Locksmiths on West Street
- Mels – No 74. North Street
- Jaqui Butterworth – North Street Standard
- Inkie – Parsons
- 3rdeye – Raleigh Road
- Sr Papa Chango – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Rob Wass – Spotted Cow
- Squirl – St John’s Lane 318
- Hass – Sub Station North Street Green
- Maybe paints – Taylors
- RBF Crew – The Dame
- Artez – 15 West Street
Workshops
Technicolour goggle and visors – 10am-4pm at Tobacco Factory. The Crafty Social Club invites you to play with colour in this fun and informal workshop suitable for all ages and abilities. Using recycled and reclaimed materials you can change the way you view the world through your Technicolour goggles or visor! No need to book, just turn up.
Masking Tape Collaborative Mural – 10am-5pm at Tobacco Factory. Participants will work with Alix Smith from Tape Art Project and the Upfest Crew to create a large wall mural made entirely from tape. No booking required, just pop down and have a go.
Masking Tape Workshops – 11am, 2pm & 4pm at Tobacco Factory. Masking Tape Workshops with Artist Alix Smith from Tape Art Project, Participants will create their own Tape Art pieces to take home. Booking required.
Colourful Shadow Puppets – 11am & 2pm at Tobacco Factory. Make your own puppets to cast colourful shadows. Drop in – max 20 at busy times, and you may be asked to pop back.
Critter Creations – 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm & 3.30pm at Tobacco Factory. Learn to create your own bunch of critters with paint, squeegees and colourful pens. Booking required.
POSCA Doodle Wall – 12-6pm at Tobacco Factory. The doodle wall will be set up for budding artists to come and have a draw, or even just some colouring in. No booking required, just pop down and have a go.
Transforming Ad Space Into Art Space – 2-2.30pm at Hen & Chicken. Join Adblock Bristol for a creative workshop to explore the impact of advertising in public space, how it shapes our experience and our understanding of what’s important in life. You’ll put this all into practice by co-creating artworks which represent your values, and you’ll go out and install your creations on the streets at the end of the workshop. Booking required.
Silversmithing Workshop – 3-6pm at Silver & Steel – An introduction to metal recycling and precious metal jewellery. Booking required.
May 19
Artists painting live
- Jack Lack – Beaver Electrical, 48 North Street
- Shane O Malley – 88 & 86 Bedminster Down Road
- Roo & Skyhigh – 108 Bedminster Down Road
- Mister Tris – 84 Bedminster Down Road
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Sophie Long – Ebenezer Gate
- Fyona Fin – Opposite the Malago
- Angi jerez – Kask
- Jody – George Carr
- Elaine Carr – Hoardings City & Country
- Katie Scott – 80 Lime Road
- Karl Read – Locksmiths, West Street
- Mels – 74 North Street
- Jacqui Butterworth – North Street Standard
- Inkie – Parsons
- Sr Papa Chango – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Fesa – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Rob Wass – Spotted Cow
- Squirl – 318 St Johns Lane
- Bex Glover – Stackpool Road Brick Wall
- Hass – Sub Station North Street Green
- Maybe Paints – Taylors
- Artez – 15 West Street
Workshops
Street Art Tour – 10am & midday from North Street Standard. Explore the vibrant and captivating murals adorning the streets of Bedminster, immersing yourself in their artistic allure. Join Lindsey on a guided tour to discover the stories behind the talented artists and the compelling art gracing the city’s streets. Booking required.
Art Inspired Drama and Improvisation – 11am, 12pm, 2pm & 3pm at Steam Crane. Join Acting Out for some Drama Fun games with an Arty Twist. Come and play drama games, create characters, explore your imagination and creativity. There will be something for everyone. Secure your spot by pre-booking now, or simply drop in on the day if space permits. Booking required.
Create Giant Yarn Letters with Colourful Minds – 11am – 1pm, 2 – 4pm at Steam Crane. Make your own giant initial to hang on your wall at home. Drop in – max 20 at busy times, you may be asked to pop back.
Masking Tape Workshop – 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm at Steam Crane. Masking Tape Workshops with Artist Alix Smith from Tape Art Project. Participants will create their own Tape Art pieces to take home. Booking required.
Vintage Collage Club – 6 – 8pm at Old Bookshop. Join The Crafty Social Club for a relaxed and mindful evening and enjoy the simple pleasures of cutting and sticking. Using heaps of vintage books, magazines, postcards and papers you can create your fantastic and unique artworks.
A Talk Club evening with Mister Samo 8pm at Bristol Beer Factory. In this first “A Talk Club evening with….” event, Co-CEO/Co-Founder Ben Akers will interview the Upfest 24 artist, Mister Samo. Book here.
May 20
Artists painting live
- Andy & Acer – Acta
- Jack Lack – Beaver Electrical, 48 North Street
- Shane O Malley – 88 & 86 Bedminster Down Road
- Roo & Skyhigh – 108 Bedminster Down Road
- Mister Tris – 84 Bedminster Down Road
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Sophie Long – Ebenezer Gate
- Angi jerez – Kask
- Jody – George Carr
- Abraham O – George Carr
- Katie Scott – 80 Lime Road
- Insa – Monarch House
- Anna Higgie – North Gallery
- Mels – 74 North Street
- Jacqui Butterworth – North Street Standard
- Inkie – Parsons
- Sr Papa Chango – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Fesa – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Rob wass – Spotted Cow
- Squirl – 318 St Johns Lane
- Bex Glover – Stackpool Road Brick Wall
- Hass – Sub Station North Street Green
- Maybe Paints – Taylors
- Artez – 15 West Street
- Liam B – 83 Lime Road
Workshops
Adult Spray Paint Workshop – 6.30 – 8.30pm at Tobacco Factory. Luke Palmer aka Acerone has over 20 year experience of working with youth and community groups, using art, creativity and hip hop culture as a way to celebrate freedom of self-expression. Don’t miss the chance to work alongside Acerone and create your very own personalised piece of street art. Booking required.
Intro to Letterpress at Frankenstein Press with Cristian Zuzunaga – 6pm at Frankenstein Press. Join Christian for an introduction to letterpress. where you’ll discover the art of letterpress printing by carving your initials on paper using large wooden type letters and two vibrant colours, overlapping them for unique designs. Booking required.
Creative Flow – 7-9pm at Hen & Chicken. Join us for an immersive workshop experience, where we rediscover the magic of play with Creative Flow Workshops! Because we believe you’re never too “Grown up” to play. Booking required.
May 21
Artists painting live
- Andy & Acer – Acta
- Jack Lack – Beaver Electrical, 48 North Street
- Shane O Malley – 88 & 86 Bedminster Down Road
- Roo & Skyhigh – 108 Bedminster Down Road
- Mister Tris – 84 Bedminster Down Road
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Sophie Long – Ebenezer Gate
- Angi jerez – Kask
- Jody – George Carr
- Abraham O – George Carr
- Ricky Also – Jans Barbers
- Katie Scott – 80 Lime Road
- Insa – Monarch House
- Anna Higgie – North Gallery
- Mels – 74 North Street
- Jacqui Butterworth – North Street Standard
- KMG & Muls – Old Bookshop
- .EPOD – Pantiles
- Inkie – Parsons
- Sr Papa Chango – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Bex Glover – Stackpool Road Brick Wall
- Hazzard – Stush Tattoo
- Hass – Sub Station North Street Green
- Maybe Paints – Taylors
- Sepr – 41 The Nursery
- Artez – 15 West Street
- Rob Lee – 141b West Street
- Liam B – 83 Lime Road
- Piko 626 – York Road / Spring Street
Workshops
Adult Spray Paint Workshop – 6.30 – 8.30pm at Tobacco Factory. Luke Palmer aka Acerone has over 20 year experience of working with youth and community groups, using art, creativity and hip hop culture as a way to celebrate freedom of self-expression. Don’t miss the chance to work alongside Acerone and create your very own personalised piece of street art. Booking required.
Bristol Portrait Club – 8-10pm at Bristol Beer Factory Tap Room. Fast paced and fun, portrait club welcomes everyone not just artists to have a go at drawing a face, with the sitter charging every 15 minutes. Booking required.
Intro to Letterpress at Frankenstein Press with Cristian Zuzunaga – 6pm at Frankenstein Press. Join Christian for an introduction to letterpress. where you’ll discover the art of letterpress printing by carving your initials on paper using large wooden type letters and two vibrant colours, overlapping them for unique designs. Booking required.
May 22
Artists painting live
- Jack Lack – Beaver Electrical, 48 North Street
- Shane O Malley – 88 & 86 Bedminster Down Road
- Roo & Skyhigh – 108 Bedminster Down Road
- Mister Tris – 84 Bedminster Down Road
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Sophie Long – Ebenezer Gate
- Angi Jerez – Kask
- Jody – George Carr
- Abraham O – George Carr
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- Ricky Also – Jans Barbers
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- Katie Scott – 80 Lime Road
- Insa – Monarch House
- Faye Rai – North Gallery
- Anna Higgie – North Gallery
- Mels – 74 North Street
- Jacqui Butterworth – North Street Standard
- KMG & Muls – Old Bookshop
- .EPOD – Pantiles
- Inkie – Parsons
- Aspire – 27 Paultow Road
- Sr Papa Chango – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Dino Richter – Storysmith
- Hazzard – Stush Tattoo
- Hass – Sub Station North Street Green
- Maybe Paints – Taylors
- Sepr – 41 The Nursery
- Artez – 15 West Street
- Rob Lee – 141b West Street
- Liam B – 83 Lime Road
- Piko 626 – York Road / Spring Street
Workshops
Adult Painting Party – 7.30 – 9.30pm at Hen & Chicken. Painting Party combines classic party games with elements of painting to create a unique and memorable workshop where we paint on paper plates. The activities will run for about two hours and begin with a few minutes for participants to get to know each other before getting started on the games. Booking required.
Life Drawing – 8 – 10 pm at Steam Crane. Life drawing with an Upfest twist! Try your hand at drawing a live model with a mix of short and medium poses. Untutored session but artist Giuliana Terran will be happy to give you some tips. Booking required.
An Evening with Mister Samo – 7.30pm at Bristol Beer Factory Tap Room. Join Mister Samo for an informative and heart moving conversation about why visibility matters why love is so radical and important. Booking required.
Intro to lino cut with Anna Ruiz – 6pm at Frankenstein Press. Join Anna for a brief introduction to the art of linocut, perfect for beginners. Explore a variety of tools, learn to plan and carve your chosen image onto a lino block. Booking required.
After School Print Workshop – 4pm at Frankenstein Press. Printmaking for kids. Join them to explore different printmaking techniques, utilizing a diverse range of mediums. Booking required.
May 23
Artists painting live
- Jack Lack – Beaver Electrical, 48 North Street
- Shane O Malley – 88 & 86 Bedminster Down Road
- Roo & Skyhigh – 108 Bedminster Down Road
- Mister Tris – 84 Bedminster Down Road
- Jagung – Coronation Road
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Sophie Long – Ebenezer Gate
- Angi Jerez – Kask
- Jody – George Carr
- Abraham O – George Carr
- Luke Smile – Head Space Side
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- Ricky Also – Jans Barbers
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- Katie Scott – 80 Lime Road
- Insa – Monarch House
- Faye Rai – North Gallery
- Anna Higgie – North Gallery
- Mels – 74 North Street
- Jacqui Butterworth – North Street Standard
- KMG & Muls – Old Bookshop
- .EPOD – Pantiles
- Aspire – 27 Paultow Road
- Sr Papa Chango – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Tymon De Laat – Royston Garden News
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Billy – Southville School
- Dino Richter – Storysmith
- Hazzard – Stush Tattoo
- Hass – Sub Station North Street Green
- Maybe Paints – Taylors
- Sepr – 41 The Nursery
- Rob Lee – 141b West Street
- Liam B – 83 Lime Road
- Piko 626 – York Road / Spring Street
Workshops
Blood & Butchery in Bedminster – 6pm from the Rope Walk. Bedminster’s older than Bristol, and this 5-star walking tour takes you to extraordinary, forgotten places where amazing things happened. Grave robbers and body snatchers, concrete coffins and hanging judges – and the missing millions from Britain’s biggest robbery, laundered in Bedminster. You’ll see places and people you didn’t know existed, and by the end of the evening Bedminster will never seem the same again. Booking required.
Street Photography Workshop – 11am & 4pm from the gorilla opposite the Upfest Gallery. A rare opportunity to take a practical street photography workshop with professional street photographer Colin Moody. This fun walk and shoot tour has lots of tips and will challenge you to be a better street photographer. Booking required.
After School Print Workshop – 4pm at Frankenstein Press. Printmaking for kids! Join them to explore different printmaking techniques, utilizing a diverse range of mediums. Booking required.
May 24
Artists painting live
- Jack Lack – Beaver Electrical, 48 North Street
- Jagung – Coronation Road
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Sophie Long – Ebenezer Gate
- Jody – George Carr
- Abraham O – George Carr
- Luke Smile – Head Space Side
- Ments – Hen & Chicken
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- A L Grime – Hunters
- Il Des – James Hair
- Ricky Also – Jans Barbers
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- SepC – Kaz Barber
- Katie Scott – 80 Lime Road
- Insa – Monarch House
- Faye Rai – North Gallery
- Jacqui Butterworth – North Street Standard
- KMG & Muls – Old Bookshop
- .EPOD – Pantiles
- Lionel David – Parson St
- Aspire – 27 Paultow Road
- Sr Papa Chango – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Tymon De Laat – Royston Garden News
- Stepa Aifo – Silver & Steel
- Cheba – Sky International
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Billy – Southville School
- Dino Richter – Storysmith
- Hazzard – Stush Tattoo
- Hannah Adamaszek – Sweven
- Jess Knights – The Malago
- Rob Lee – 141b West Street
- Liam B – 83 Lime Road
- Piko 626 – York Road / Spring Street
Workshops
Mau Mau: Art Tales and Book Launch 7pm Studio Bar at The Tap Room. For three decades Mau Mau has been reflecting the changing times with his free hand style and memorable characters, such as Mau Fox. His talk and Q&A will take the audience behind the scenes of his best known street pieces, art travels and stories. Books will be available to purchase prior to signing. Booking required.
Drink and Draw – 6:30pm til late at The Dame. Feel free to bring your sketchpads but paper and all materials will be provided. There’s a competition in collaboration with Upfest, so come down to grab your design sheet and customisation skills as there are some sweet prizes up for grabs. No need to book, just turn up.
Intro to lino cut with Anna Ruiz – 6pm at Frankenstein Press. Join Anna for a brief introduction to the art of linocut, perfect for beginners. Explore a variety of tools, learn to plan and carve your chosen image onto a lino block. Booking required.
May 25
Artists painting live
- Jack Lack – Beaver Electrical, 48 North Street
- Jagung – Coronation Road
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Sophie Long – Ebenezer Gate
- Jody – George Carr
- Abraham O – George Carr
- Luke Smile – Head Space Side
- ments – Hen & Chicken
- Angry Dan – Hen & Chicken
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- DFTE – HSBC, East Street
- A L Grime – Hunters
- Il Des – James Hair
- Ricky Also – Jans Barbers
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- SepC – Kaz Barber
- Insa – Monarch House
- Lionel David – Parson St
- Aspire – 27 Paultow Road
- Sr Papa Chango – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Tymon De Laat – Royston Garden News
- Stepa Aifo – Silver & Steel
- Cheba – Sky International
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Billy – Southville School
- Dino Richter – Storysmith
- Hannah Adamaszek – Sweven
- Jess Knights – The Malago
- Dave Bain – 22 The Nursery
- Doodle wall – Tobacco Factory
- Tape Art – Tobacco Factory
- Alain welter – 239 West Street
- Rob Lee – 141b West Street
- Piko 626 – York Road / Spring Street
Workshops
Printmaking for Kids at Frankenstein Press – 9am & 2pm at Frankenstein Press. Printmaking for kids! Join them to explore different printmaking techniques, utilizing a diverse range of mediums. Booking required.
Kids Lego Printing at Frankenstein Press – 11am at Frankenstein Press. A fun introduction to printmaking for kids. They will give a new use to Lego dots and Lego bases using them as their plates to create new images. Booking required.
Street Art Tour – 11am, 1pm & 3pm from North Street Standard. Explore the vibrant and captivating murals adorning the streets of Bedminster, immersing yourself in their artistic allure. Join Lindsey on a guided tour to discover the stories behind the talented artists and the compelling art gracing the city’s streets. Booking required.
Draw a Dino With Andy Council – 11am, 1pm, 2.30 pm at Steam Crane. Bristol based Street Artist Andy Council will be running masterclasses with Faber-Castell colouring pencils on how to create your own prehistoric creatures in his distinct style. Come along and draw your own Bristol Dinosaurs made up of your favourite Bristol landmarks and items that you feel represent the city. Booking required.
A Celebration of Hip Hop – Bling Name Necklace – 10am, 1pm & 4pm at Bristol Beer Factory – Studio Taproom. Children and their families are invited to design and decorate a hip hop style blinging necklace. Create your initials from graffiti templates and decorate the colourful letters with Posca pens.
Add some ‘ice’ to your design with holographic stickers and attach a gold chain to wear your jewellery around your neck and then display them at home. Drop in – max 20 at busy times, you may be asked to pop back.
POSCA Doodle Wall – 12-6pm at Tobacco Factory. The doodle wall will be set up for budding artists to come and have a draw, or even just some colouring in. No booking required, just pop down and have a go.
Masking Tape Collaborative Mural – 10am-5pm. Participants will work with Alix Smith from Tape Art Project and the Upfest Crew to create a large wall mural made entirely from tape. No booking required, just pop down and have a go.
Create Giant Cardboard Animals with Colourful Minds – 11am – 1pm. 2 – 4pm at Tobacco Factory. Make your own cardboard creature. Drop in – max 20 at busy times, you may be asked to pop back.
May 26
Artists painting live
- Jack Lack – Beaver Electrical, 48 North Street
- Polina Solovichik – 2 British Road
- Jagung – Coronation Road
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Luke Smile – Head Space Side
- Angry Dan – Hen & Chicken
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- DFTE – HSBC, East Street
- A L Grime – Hunters
- Il Des – James Hair
- Ricky Also – Jans Barbers
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- SepC – Kaz Barber
- Ant Carver – Natwest
- Wordsmith – North Street Standard
- Lionel David – Parson St
- Aspire – 27 Paultow Road
- Tymon De Laat – Royston Garden News
- Stepa Aifo – Silver & Steel
- Cheba – Sky International
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Billy – Southville School
- Dino Richter – Storysmith
- Hannah Adamaszek – Sweven
- Jess Knights – The Malago
- Dave Bain – 22 The Nursery
- Tape Art – Tobacco Factory
- Alain welter – 239 West Street
- Piko 626 – York Road / Spring Street
Workshops
Create 3D Collage Art, with Let’s Make Art – 10am – 12pm, 1 – 3pm and 4 – 6pm at Hen & Chicken. Children and their families are invited to join Let’s Make Art to make 3D collages.
Choose a base and layer different shapes to build a geometric 3D collage. Build a unique artwork to add pattern and colour with Posca pens – inspired by the work of Atelier Bingo and Peter Blake’s pop art. Drop in – max 20 at busy times, you may be asked to pop back.
Create Sticker faces with Colourful Minds – 11am – 1pm, 2 – 4pm at Steam, Crane. Make your own character faces from colourful stickers. Drop in – max 20 at busy times, you may be asked to pop back.
Draw a Dino With Andy Council – 11am, 1pm, 2.30 pm at Steam Crane. Bristol based Street Artist Andy Council will be running masterclasses with Faber-Castell colouring pencils on how to create your own prehistoric creatures in his distinct style. Come along and draw your own Bristol Dinosaurs made up of your favourite Bristol landmarks and items that you feel represent the city. Booking required.
An introduction to architectural modelling – 11am at Steam Crane, 2pm at Kask. Bristol’s vibrant street art and bright rainbow houses make it one of the most colourful cities in the UK. Come and learn how to read architectural plans and elevations so you can model and paint your very own town house to scale! Booking required.
May 27
Artists painting live
- Oldhues – 30 Ashton Road
- Polina Solovichik – 2 British Road
- Jagung – Coronation Road
- Facio – Dear Old Thing
- Luke Smile – Head Space Side
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- Kid Acne – Hen & Chicken
- A L Grime – Hunters
- Il Des – James Hair
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- SepC – Kaz Barber
- Ivan Tortajada – Kaz Barber
- Ant Carver – Natwest
- Wordsmith – North Street Standard
- Lionel David – Parson St
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Tymon De Laat – Royston Garden News
- Nada – Ruby Street/South Street
- Stepa Aifo – Silver & Steel
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Dino Richter – Storysmith
- Jess Knights – The Malago
- Dave Bain – 22 The Nursery
- Dave Mcmillan – Tobacco Factory
- Tape Art – Tobacco Factory
- Alain welter – 239 West Street
Workshops
Children’s Painting Party – 11am & 2pm at Tobacco Factory. Painting Party combines classic party games with elements of painting to create a unique and memorable workshop where we paint on paper plates. The activities will run for about two hours and begin with a few minutes for participants to get to know each other before we get started on the games. Booking required.
Shaving Foam Marbling – 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 4pm, 5pm at Tobacco Factory. Make colourful, marbled prints with shaving foam, paper & inks. Super easy, super sensory and super satisfying. Booking required.
Creative Flow – 12.30pm -1.30 pm 0-5 year-olds, 2pm – 3.30 pm 6- 12 year-olds at Hen & Chicken. “Stay and Play” themed workshop for children aged 0-5, alongside their carers, fosters bonding and exploration through interactive activities inspired by the classic tale ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt.’ For ages 6-12, themed workshops spark imagination and encourage self-expression, drawing inspiration from the beloved story ‘Where the Wild Things Are.’ Booking required.
POSCA a Character with Ejits – 10.30am, 1pm, 3pm at Tobacco Factory. This is a fun family-friendly workshop for kids and their grown-ups to learn the skills to draw graffiti characters they will love. Emily (Ejits) will guide you through the process of drawing, colouring with Posca pens, and finishing a charming, character illustration in their style. During the process you will put your own spin on it and make it your own. Booking required.
May 28
Artists painting live
- Oldhues – 30 Ashton Road
- Polina Solovichik – 2 British Road
- Jagung – Coronation Road
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- Kid Acne – Hen & Chicken
- A L Grime – Hunters
- Il Des – James Hair
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- SepC – Kaz Barber
- Ivan Tortajada – Kaz Barber
- Ant Carver – Natwest
- Wordsmith – North Street Standard
- Lionel David – Parson St
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Tymon De Laat – Royston Garden News
- Nada – Ruby Street/South Street
- Stepa Aifo – Silver & Steel
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Goin – Spotted Cow
- Dino Richter – Storysmith
- Jess Knights – The Malago
- Dave Bain – 22 The Nursery
- Dave Mcmillan – Tobacco Factory
- Tape Art – Tobacco Factory
- Alain welter – 239 West Street
- Zubieta – PDSA Charity Shop, East Street
Workshops
Children’s Spray Paint Workshop – 10am, 12pm, 2pm at Tobacco Factory. Luke Palmer aka Acerone has over 20 years experience of working with youth and community groups, using art, creativity and hip hop culture as a way to celebrate freedom of self expression. Don’t miss the chance to work alongside Acerone and create your very own personalised piece of street art. Booking required.
Rocking Records- Mindful LP Mandalas – 12-6pm at Tobacco Factory. Why not boost your health and wellbeing by joining Jo from Craftysew&so in using LP records as an unconventional canvas and bright acrylic pens to create colourful, mindful mandalas. Or alternatively experiment with the materials and create your own fun and inspiring design, both are welcome. Drop in – at busy times you may be asked to pop back.
Watercolour Galaxy Painting 12-6pm at Tobacco Factory. Come along and learn to paint a watercolour galaxy. In this workshop you will learn how to work with watercolour paints, how to bleed colours into each other, some brush techniques and how to use salt to create some amazing effects. Paintings will then need to dry for a couple of hours and on collection (when they are dry) you can flick some stars on top for extra effect. Drop in – at busy times you may be asked to pop back.
Lino Print Your Own Sew on Patches – 1pm & 2.15pm at Tobacco Factory. Make your own lino printed patches with Shannon from Paige and Wynter. Dream up your design, cut it into a block of lino and transfer it onto funky squares of fabric. Pin, stitch or glue them to your clothes and bags! Booking required.
A talk with Cristian Zuzunaga of Frankenstein Press on Identity through colour and pattern – 6pm at Frankenstein Press. In the presentation, Christian will be delving into the theme of identity as expressed through his artistic work, with a particular emphasis on the exploration of colour and pattern. Booking required.
Bristol Portrait Club for Kids – 10am, 2pm, 3.30pm at Tobacco Factory. Kids and their grown ups take it in turns to sit for each other in this fun colourful session. Expect paint, sticking, drawing and giggles! Booking required.
May 29
Artists painting live
- Oldhues – 30 Ashton Road
- Polina Solovichik – 2 British Road
- Jagung – Coronation Road
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- Kid Acne – Hen & Chicken
- A L Grime – Hunters
- Il Des – James Hair
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- SepC – Kaz Barber
- Ivan Tortajada – Kaz Barber
- Ant Carver – Natwest
- Wordsmith – North Street Standard
- Lionel David – Parson St
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Tymon De Laat – Royston Garden News
- nada – Ruby Street/South Street
- Stepa Aifo – Silver & Steel
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Goin – Spotted Cow
- Dino Richter – Storysmith
- Jess Knights – The Malago
- Dave Bain – 22 The Nursery
- Dave Mcmillan – Tobacco Factory
- Alla Satir – Tobacco Factory
- Perispice – Tobacco Factory
- Tape Art – Tobacco Factory
- Alain welter – 239 West Street
- Zubieta – PDSA Charity Shop, East Street
Workshops
‘Pop up’ Pottery Workshop by Bare Glazed Studio – 11am & 1pm at Hen & Chicken. Come and make your very own ceramic spray can. Either a 3D lidded pot or hanging tile version, depending on your ability! Booking required.
Children’s Painting Party – 11am & 2pm at Tobacco Factory. Painting Party combines classic party games with elements of painting to create a unique and memorable workshop where we paint on paper plates. The activities will run for about two hours and begin with a few minutes for participants to get to know each other before we get started on the games. Booking required.
Children’s Spray Paint Workshop – 10am, 12pm, 2pm at Tobacco Factory. Luke Palmer aka Acerone has over 20 years experience of working with youth and community groups, using art, creativity and hip hop culture as a way to celebrate freedom of self expression. Don’t miss the chance to work alongside Acerone and create your very own personalised piece of street art. Booking required.
Shaving Foam Marbling – 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 4pm, 5pm at Tobacco Factory. Make colourful, marbled prints with shaving foam, paper & inks. Super easy, super sensory and super satisfying. Booking required.
Street Art Tour – 10am, midday & 2pm from North Street Standard. Explore the vibrant and captivating murals adorning the streets of Bedminster, immersing yourself in their artistic allure. Join Lindsey on a guided tour to discover the stories behind the talented artists and the compelling art gracing the city’s streets. Booking required.
Printmaking for Kids at Frankenstein Press – 9am & 2pm at Frankenstein Press. Printmaking for kids! Join them to explore different printmaking techniques, utilizing a diverse range of mediums. Booking required.
Kids Lego Printing at Frankenstein Press – 11am at Frankenstein Press. A fun introduction to printmaking for kids. They will give a new use to Lego dots and Lego bases using them as their plates to create new images. Booking required.
Sip and Draw Your Own Mural – 5.45 – 7.30 pm at Kask Unleash your inner mural artist with a unique twist at Kask’s ‘Sip and Draw Your Own Mural’ event! Sip on ‘gorgeous wine’ and immerse yourself in the world of mural art. Led by the talented mural artist and local illustrator, Jess Knights, you’ll have the opportunity to draw your very own mural masterpiece. Booking required.
May 30
Artists painting live
- Oldhues – 30 Ashton Road
- Polina Solovichik – 2 British Road
- Jagung – Coronation Road
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- Kid Acne – Hen & Chicken
- A L Grime – Hunters
- Il Des – James Hair
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- Ivan Tortajada – Kaz Barber
- Ant Carver – Natwest
- Wordsmith – North Street Standard
- Lionel David – Parson St
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Tymon De Laat – Royston Garden News
- Nada – Ruby Street/South Street
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Goin – Spotted Cow
- Dino Richter – Storysmith
- Jess Knights – The Malago
- Dave Bain – 22 The Nursery
- Dave Mcmillan – Tobacco Factory
- Alla Satir – Tobacco Factory
- Perispice – Tobacco Factory
- Tape Art – Tobacco Factory
- Alain welter – 239 West Street
- Zubieta – PDSA Charity Shop, East Street
Workshops
Street Art Tour – 10am, midday & 2pm from North Street Standard. Explore the vibrant and captivating murals adorning the streets of Bedminster, immersing yourself in their artistic allure. Join Lindsey on a guided tour to discover the stories behind the talented artists and the compelling art gracing the city’s streets. Booking required.
Printmaking for Kids at Frankenstein Press – 9am & 2pm at Frankenstein Press. Printmaking for kids! Join them to explore different printmaking techniques, utilizing a diverse range of mediums. Booking required.
Kids Lego Printing at Frankenstein Press – 11am at Frankenstein Press. A fun introduction to printmaking for kids. They will give a new use to Lego dots and Lego bases using them as their plates to create new images. Booking required.
An Evening with Mister Samo – 7.30pm at Bristol Beer Factory Tap Room. Join Mister Samo for an informative and heart moving conversation about why visibility matters why love is so radical and important. Booking required.
Bristol Portrait Club for Kids – 10am, 2pm, 3.30pm at Tobacco Factory. Kids and their grown ups take it in turns to sit for each other in this fun colourful session. Expect paint, sticking, drawing and giggles! Booking required.
Create your part & working together – 11am, 2pm at Tobacco Factory. Join us for a fun collaborative workshops recreating iconic Bristol images. Booking required.
POSCA a Character with Ejits – 10.30am, 1pm, 2pm at Tobacco Factory. This is a fun family-friendly workshop for kids and their grown-ups to learn the skills to draw graffiti characters they will love. Emily (Ejits) will guide you through the process of drawing, colouring with Posca pens, and finishing a charming, character illustration in their style. During the process you will put your own spin on it and make it your own. Booking required.
Watercolour Landscape Painting 5.30 pm, 6.45pm 8pm at Kask. With Abi Eleri, Come along and learn to paint a beautiful mountainscape with a beautiful night sky, layers of mountains and trees. In this workshop you learn different techniques including how to bleed colours into each other, how to use salt to create beautiful effects, how to remove paint and fade colours, how to use different types of watercolour brushes, and how to use gouache alongside watercolour to create extra details and embellish a painting. Booking Required.
May 31
Artists painting live
- Oldhues – 30 Ashton Road
- Polina Solovichik – 2 British Road
- Jagung – Coronation Road
- Rainbo – Hen & Chicken
- Kid Acne – Hen & Chicken
- A L Grime – Hunters
- Il Des – James Hair
- Uncle – 30 Duckmoor Road
- Ant Carver – Natwest
- Wordsmith – North Street Standard
- Lionel David – Parson St
- Wom Crew – Redpoint Climbing Centre
- Nada – Ruby Street/South Street
- Audrey Kawasaki – Souk Kitchen
- Goin – Spotted Cow
- RBF – The Dame
- Jess Knights – The Malago
- Dave Bain – 22 The Nursery
- Alla Satir – Tobacco Factory
- Perispice – Tobacco Factory
- Tape Art – Tobacco Factory
- Alain welter – 239 West Street
- Zubieta – PDSA Charity Shop, East Street
Workshops
Street Art Tour – 10am, midday & 2pm from North Street Standard. Explore the vibrant and captivating murals adorning the streets of Bedminster, immersing yourself in their artistic allure. Join Lindsey on a guided tour to discover the stories behind the talented artists and the compelling art gracing the city’s streets. Booking required.
What Does Normal Look Like? Film Event – 7pm at Steam Crane. A collaborative documentary exploring lockdown’s effect on Bristol’s culture – day and night. An opportunity for ‘collective healing’ (BBC Points West), this documentary is a ‘visceral and visual chronicle that recalls lockdown in all its surreality’ (Ransom Note). This unique film event features a special screening of the documentary before a wider release later this year. Booking required.
Children’s Spray Paint Workshop – 10am, 12pm, 2pm at Tobacco Factory. Luke Palmer aka Acerone has over 20 years experience of working with youth and community groups, using art, creativity and hip hop culture as a way to celebrate freedom of self expression. Don’t miss the chance to work alongside Acerone and create your very own personalised piece of street art. Booking required.
Can Art with Rose Popay – 11am – 4:30pm at Tobacco Factory. After proving hugely popular at Upfest 2022, Rose is back with a tonne of empty spray cans and she’ll help you discover your inner artist, helping you create a masterpiece to take home. No booking required, just pop down and have a go.
Shaving Foam Marbling – 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 4pm, 5pm at Tobacco Factory. Make colourful, marbled prints with shaving foam, paper & inks. Super easy, super sensory and super satisfying. Booking required.
Printmaking for Kids at Frankenstein Press – 9am & 2pm at Frankenstein Press. Printmaking for kids! Join them to explore different printmaking techniques, utilizing a diverse range of mediums. Booking required.
Kids Lego Printing at Frankenstein Press – 11am at Frankenstein Press. A fun introduction to printmaking for kids. They will give a new use to Lego dots and Lego bases using them as their plates to create new images. Booking required.
Intro to lino cut with Anna Ruiz – 6pm at Frankenstein Press. Join Anna for a brief introduction to the art of linocut, perfect for beginners. Explore a variety of tools, learn to plan and carve your chosen image onto a lino block. Booking required.
June 1
Workshops
Printmaking for Kids at Frankenstein Press – 9am & 2pm at Frankenstein Press. Printmaking for kids! Join them to explore different printmaking techniques, utilizing a diverse range of mediums. Booking required.
Kids Lego Printing at Frankenstein Press – 11am at Frankenstein Press. A fun introduction to printmaking for kids. They will give a new use to Lego dots and Lego bases using them as their plates to create new images. Booking required.
Street Art Tour – 10am, midday, 2:30pm & 4:30pm from North Street Standard. Explore the vibrant and captivating murals adorning the streets of Bedminster, immersing yourself in their artistic allure. Join Lindsey on a guided tour to discover the stories behind the talented artists and the compelling art gracing the city’s streets. Booking required.
POSCA Customisation Station – 12-6pm at Tobacco Factory. Come and join us at the POSCA customisation station, you can bring an item from home (please ensure you have permission) to customise or have a rummage through the recycling box, we have plates, spray cans, clothing and lots more. No booking required, just pop down and have a go.
Can Art with Rose Popay – 11am – 4:30pm at Tobacco Factory. After proving hugely popular at Upfest 2022, Rose is back with a tonne of empty spray cans and she’ll help you discover your inner artist, helping you create a masterpiece to take home. No booking required, just pop down and have a go.
Masking Tape Collaborative Mural – 10am-5pm. Participants will work with Alix Smith from Tape Art Project and the Upfest Crew to create a large wall mural made entirely from tape. No booking required, just pop down and have a go.
Lino Print Your Own Sew on Patches – 1pm & 2.15pm at Tobacco Factory. Make your own lino printed patches with Shannon from Paige and Wynter. Dream up your design, cut it into a block of lino and transfer it onto funky squares of fabric. Pin, stitch or glue them to your clothes and bags! Booking required.
June 2
Workshops
Upcycle your clothes with vinyl shapes – 1-3pm at Steam Crane. Kate Crilly from Bristol Print & Sew will be on hand to help update your old clothing. Bring along a pair of jeans, leggings, a boring sweatshirt or anything that needs a spruce. This workshop will have a range of pre-cut shapes or the option to cut your own. The vinyl is then pressed onto your clothing using a heat press, permanently transforming your garments. No need to book, just drop in!
Vintage Collage Club – 6 – 8pm at Old Bookshop. Join The Crafty Social Club for a relaxed and mindful evening and enjoy the simple pleasures of cutting and sticking. Using heaps of vintage books, magazines, postcards and papers you can create your fantastic and unique artworks.
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