Just like many other communities, the Bristol artist community is in a constant state of flux, with many new artists moving to the city as others move out. One of the most significant recent departures has been that of Hazard, who I believe has moved t…
Hazard, Upfest 2024, North Street, Bristol, May 2024
Just like many other communities, the Bristol artist community is in a constant state of flux, with many new artists moving to the city as others move out. One of the most significant recent departures has been that of Hazard, who I believe has moved to the North of England, possibly to Leeds. This is a huge loss for Bristol, but her connections with the city mean that she will return from time to time, I am sure, like she did to paint this beauty for Upfest 2024.
Hazard, Upfest 2024, North Street, Bristol, May 2024
The portrait piece with its patchwork of coloured shapes slightly underplays her brilliance - perhaps it is the slightly awkward spot, or the dark tones she has used, but it doesn't leap out at you like many of her pieces do. It is a piece that you need to stop and look at and admire, but all too often people simply stroll by, focussed on their phone screens. I definitely miss Hazard's regular interventions, but that makes each of her appearances now even more precious.
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