El Pez, also known simply as Pez, is the pseudonym of a Barcelona-born artist who began his creative journey in 1999 by tagging the streets of his hometown. Seeking a more distinctive and engaging visual language to connect with passersby, he soon moved beyond lettering and introduced a grinning fish character—an image that would become his signature and inspire his name, “El Pez” (“The Fish” in Spanish).Over time, his iconic smiling fish evolved into a vibrant universe of playful characters and spontaneous doodles. Instantly recognizable for their bold outlines, bright colors, and infectious positivity, El Pez’s works have become emblematic of a joyful, optimistic strain of contemporary street art.