Born in France in 1966, Mr Brainwash pushes the boundaries of contemporary art. He broke into art scene through his groundbreaking footage from the highly acclaimed documentary, Exit Through the Gift Shop, which premiered right here in Park City, Utah. This Academy-nominated film showcases the evolution of the street art movement through Mr Brainwash, alongside Banksy, bringing art to the masses.
As one of the most desired artist in the world right now the viewer can expect to be instantly drawn in by Mr Brainwash’s captivating whimsical style. His ties to Banksy and other street and pop artists are prominent and, as we look closer at the canvas, we also see a deep love and connection to humanity. With messages like, “life is beautiful,” “follow your heart,” “never give up,” and many more, it’s impossible not to feel positivity radiating from the art and the artist himself.
Mr Brainwash revolutionized the art world with his nuanced style by utilizing elements from past pop and street art which led him to create immense exhibitions and collaborations, drawing attention from both critics and celebrities. His hobbies have brought him through the worlds of film, celebrity culture, music, and sports. His art has led him to design album covers for Madonna, Rick Ross, and KYGO, and his art has been featured in television and films such as Molly’s Game, Billions, Shameless, and The Kardashians. His involvement in creative partnerships with brands like Hubolt, Coca Cola, and Stan Lee, and soccor player icons like Pelé and Messi further showcase his talents in splatter paint perfection.
Each year, Mr Brainwash travels the world, undertaking solo exhibitions at museums, art shows, Art Basel, and engaging the public in the world of art, speaking at engagements and seminars, including addresses at UCLA, Columbia University, and Semi Permanent in Australia. He event has his own museum in Las Angeles California.
Mr Brainwash has a strong conviction to give back to the community by donating artwork in support of the Los Angeles LGBT center, created commemorative 9/11 murals in honor of the victims, and partnered with Product RED to raise AIDS awareness. Likewise, he supports the Prince’s Trust yearly, met with former First Lady, Michelle Obama, supporting her organization, “Let Girls Learn,” which helps adolescent girls attend and complete school. He was also honored to meet with Pope Francis in Rome, raising funds for his personal foundation, Scholas, which serves youth all over the world.
Mr Brainwash continues his journey as an artist and enjoys leaving the viewers with the simple thought “Time Will Tell.”