Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Forever Rad Dad
Summary
Forever Rad Dad (2025) is a 4-color screenprint on archival paper at 18 x 18 inches, released in an edition of 75 plus 8 artist proofs with deckled edges. Signed and thumb-printed, it is a compact, tribute-themed square — one of Mr Brainwash's more approachable, sentiment-driven editions.
Why It Matters
The smaller 18-inch square and lower 4-color count make this an entry-point piece — designed to be affordable and giftable while retaining the artist's authentication hallmarks. Tribute works like 'Rad Dad' broaden the audience beyond dedicated print collectors to occasion buyers.
Collector Perspective
With 75 plus 8 APs, supply is moderate. The lower color count means simpler flat-color graphics rather than dense layering, which suits its poster-like sentiment. Collectors should still confirm the thumbprint and COA; the compact format frames easily and displays well as a pair or in a grouping.
Historical Context
Occasion- and family-themed editions have become a recurring part of Mr Brainwash's release calendar, extending his accessible pop-sentiment brand. Dated 2025, Forever Rad Dad reflects that populist, greeting-card-meets-street-art register.
FAQ
What size is this print?
18 x 18 inches — a compact square format.
How many were made?
An edition of 75 plus 8 artist proofs.
Is it on canvas or paper?
The archival-paper version is a 4-color screenprint with deckled edges; canvas presentations may also exist.
How is it signed?
It is signed and thumb-printed by the artist with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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.