French street artist and graphic designer Nico Nerone has a way with hand lettering that feels utterly effortless.

His hand painted lettering murals combine swooping script with bold, dimensional blocky types, which seem to pop off the wall. With dramatic shadows and shading, the words come alive with color, movement, and personality.

Below are a few from some recent projects at galleries, shops, and other public spaces.

See more on Nerone’s website.

Images © Copyright Nico Nerone.

Colorful mural featuring a large flower and the phrase 'Endless Summer' in playful lettering.
A vibrant mural featuring bold, stylized letters and abstract shapes in various colors including pink, purple, and blue.
An artist painting colorful lettering on a wall, using a brush with a vibrant mural in the background.
A colorful abstract mural featuring the letters 'F' and 'I' with a gradient effect in pastel shades.
A colorful wall mural featuring the word 'Fitzrovia' in large, stylized letters with a gradient effect, against a geometric background of various shapes and colors.
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With dramatic shadows and shading, the words come alive with color, movement, and personality.

A person painting a colorful mural on a wall that features the word 'BRIXTON' in bold letters. The artist is standing on a ladder, adding details to the artwork.
Colorful mural on a wall featuring the word 'Brixton' in bold, stylized letters, surrounded by tropical leaves and geometric patterns.
A colorful abstract mural featuring vibrant shapes in purple, orange, and beige hues.
Vibrant mural featuring the word 'Brixton' with colorful abstract designs and tropical leaves.

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