World-renowned street artist Mr. Brainwash is lending his signature energy and bold creativity to Teenage Cancer Trust this year, unveiling a bespoke artwork that pays tribute to music and the storied Royal Albert Hall.
The one-of-a-kind piece, created in collaboration with Clarendon Fine Art, will be on display at the Royal Albert Hall during Teenage Cancer Trust’s annual concert series in March, featuring performances from The Who, The Corrs, James Arthur, Micky Flanagan, GK Barry, and Frank Carter alongside Sex Pistols’ Paul Cook, Steve Jones, and Glen Matlock.
Collectors will have the rare opportunity to acquire both the original work and a limited-edition series of prints, with proceeds directly supporting Teenage Cancer Trust’s mission to provide specialized care and support for young people with cancer.
Mr. Brainwash, known for his vibrant, thought-provoking street art and reimagining of pop culture, first gained international recognition with his 2008 Life is Beautiful exhibition and as the subject of Banksy’s Oscar-nominated documentary Exit Through the Gift Shop. His ability to merge classic artistic techniques with contemporary cultural commentary has led to collaborations with high-profile figures and global exhibitions, reinforcing his place as a leading force in contemporary art. His mantra remains steadfast: “Art has no rules.”
His work is collected by the Obamas, the Beckhams, and Rihanna. He has collaborated with Marvel, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and designed album covers for Madonna and Michael Jackson.
Clarendon Fine Art, Mr. Brainwash’s exclusive UK gallery representative, has played a key role in bringing this project to life. With more than 90 galleries across the UK and beyond, Clarendon Fine Art specializes in contemporary and investment art, championing artists who push creative boundaries.
Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to providing specialist nursing care and emotional support for young people facing cancer. Every day, seven young people between 13 and 24 are diagnosed. Without Teenage Cancer Trust, many would receive treatment in hospitals designed for children or older adults, lacking the tailored support they need.
Proceeds from the sale of Mr. Brainwash’s artwork will go directly toward funding hospital units, specialist nurses, and youth support workers, helping young people navigate their cancer journey with dignity and confidence.
Royal Albert Hall Show Dates:
Monday, March 24: Frank Carter and Paul Cook, Steve Jones, Glen Matlock of the Sex Pistols plus special guests Kid Kapichi and The Molotovs
Tuesday, March 25: A night of comedy hosted by Micky Flanagan
Wednesday, March 26: James Arthur plus special guests
Thursday, March 27: The Who plus special guests Level 42
Friday, March 28: The Corrs plus special guests Saturday, March 29: GK Barry Live! With very special guests Sunday, March 30: The Who plus special guests Level 42
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About Mr. Brainwash
Mr Brainwash, born Thierry Guetta, has built a career on defying artistic conventions. The French street artist and filmmaker gained international attention with his 2008 Life is Beautiful exhibition, a spectacle of bold, mixed-media works that combined silkscreen printing, spray paint, and collage. He was later thrust further into the spotlight as the central figure in Banksy’s Oscar-nominated documentary, Exit Through the Gift Shop.
His work—at once a tribute to pop culture icons such as Warhol and Basquiat and a reinvention of their influence—has attracted an elite circle of collectors, including the Obamas, the Beckhams and Rihanna. His collaborations span the entertainment world, from Marvel to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and he has designed album covers for Madonna and Michael Jackson.
Beyond the art world, Mr Brainwash is an active philanthropist. He has supported global initiatives such as Michelle Obama’s Let Girls Learn and Pope Francis’ Scholas Foundation, and has created murals honouring victims of 9/11. His signature mantra, Life is Beautiful, serves as both an artistic philosophy and a call to optimism—one he continues to share with audiences around the world.
©2025 Mr. Brainwash
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