Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
All You Need Is (Red)
Summary
"All You Need Is (Red)" is a three-color screen print from 2018, printed on hand-torn archival art paper and finished with hand-applied paint splatter. Issued in an edition of 50 at 22.5 x 30 inches, the red colorway carries Mr. Brainwash's signature blend of pop lettering and expressive gestural marks.
Why It Matters
The title echoes the Beatles' "All You Need Is Love," tying the work to Mr. Brainwash's ongoing love-and-hope vocabulary. The combination of a clean three-color screen and hand splatter reflects his core method: mechanical pop imagery deliberately roughened by the artist's hand to signal authorship.
Collector Perspective
At 50 impressions in a compact 22.5 x 30 inch format, this is an accessible entry point into the artist's love-themed output. Hand-torn edges and splatter make each sheet individual, so collectors should confirm the deckled edge is intact and the splatter is original to the print rather than later damage.
Historical Context
Love-message wordplay has been central to Mr. Brainwash's public persona since his earliest exhibitions, and titles borrowed from pop-music standards recur throughout his catalog. The 2018 release period placed this print alongside a cluster of holiday and sentiment-driven editions the artist issued that year.
FAQ
How many colors are in the print?
It is a three-color screen print, hand-finished with paint splatter.
What is the edition size?
The red colorway was issued in an edition of 50.
What paper is used?
Each print is on hand-torn archival art paper, giving deckled edges.
What are the dimensions?
The print measures 22.5 x 30 inches.
About the Artist
Mr. Brainwash is the pseudonym of Thierry Guetta, a French-born, Los Angeles-based street artist who rose to prominence through Banksy's 2010 documentary Exit Through the Gift Shop. Originally a videographer who filmed street artists including Shepard Fairey and Banksy, Guetta reinvented himself as an artist, staging his ambitious 2008 debut show "Life Is Beautiful" in Los Angeles. His work draws heavily on pop-art appropriation, remixing icons such as Warhol, Einstein, Charlie Chaplin, and spray-paint splatters. He has produced album art and large-scale exhibitions across the U.S. and Europe.
Collecting Mr Brainwash at Gauntlet Gallery
What Mr. Brainwash prints should I buy first?
Start with hand-finished screenprints and stencil works from his named exhibitions, where each impression is signed, numbered, and often uniquely embellished with spray-paint or stamps. Smaller editions and show-related pieces from "Life Is Beautiful" and later gallery runs are the most recognizable entry points. At Gauntlet Gallery we prioritize pieces with clean condition and complete signing.
How is authenticity documented?
Gauntlet Gallery sells Mr. Brainwash works with documented studio provenance and the artist's own signature, numbering, and thumbprint or stamp where present. We photograph the exact piece you receive, including signature and edition details, so what you verify is what ships.
What drives value?
Value is driven by edition size, whether the piece is hand-embellished versus a flat print, subject popularity, condition, and provenance tied to a documented exhibition. Signed, low-numbered, and uniquely finished impressions command the strongest premiums.