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J.West

Animator turned artist, Bristol born J.West credits his switch to impatience with computers and his time working in Bristol Zoo gardens, which introduced a love for endangered and exotic animals. The vibrant patterns and colours enticed him to pick up a paintbrush and begin to replicate his newfound creative inspiration onto canvases and walls.


Influenced by impressionism, street art and David Attenborough re-runs, his technique has evolved into a distinctive bold pixelated style, which has been described by many as a joyous captivating acrylic mess.

Art work by J.West