Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Spray Happiness (Red)
Summary
Announced in 2018, Spray Happiness (Red) is a three-color screen print on archival art paper with hand-finished paint splatter, measuring 22.5 x 30 inches in an edition of 75. The description notes it was available in four color variations including red and blue.
Why It Matters
The title and hand-finished splatter foreground the spray-paint gesture at the root of Mr. Brainwash's street-art identity. Pairing an upbeat message with graffiti-derived technique, the work distills the artist's core formula: aerosol energy channeled into an accessible, positive statement on paper.
Collector Perspective
At an edition of 75 per colorway, Spray Happiness is among the more available releases in the group, though the hand-finished splatter gives each impression individual variation. With four color options, collectors can choose a preferred palette or pursue multiple. The street-art vocabulary broadens its appeal to graffiti-focused buyers.
Historical Context
Spray paint is the defining medium of graffiti and street art, and Mr. Brainwash built his public persona around that culture. By translating the aerosol gesture into a controlled edition print, Spray Happiness reflects the broader movement of street art from the wall into the collectible print market.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
Spray Happiness (Red) is a three-color screen print in an edition of 75.
How many color variations exist?
The description notes four color variations, including red and blue.
How is it hand finished?
Each impression carries hand-finished paint splatter over the three-color screen print.
What are the dimensions?
The sheet measures 22.5 x 30 inches on archival art paper.
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.