British painter Peter Brown, known as Pete the Street, has received a major endorsement from Banksy after the anonymous artist shared Pete’s oil painting of the newly unveiled Waterloo Place sculpture on his official Instagram account today.
The Banksy post, captioned simply “The scene in Pall Mall as recorded by Pete the Street,” places the plein-air artist at the centre of one of the most discussed public artworks currently unfolding in London. The oil painting by Pete the Street captures not only the statue itself, a marching figure engulfed by a flag, but also the crowds, mobile phones, barriers, and collective atmosphere surrounding the monument.
Pete the Street painting ‘5th May Banksy Statue‘ shared post by Banksy
Pete the Street painting ‘5th May Banksy Statue‘ also captures the social choreography around it. The resulting painting transforms the moment into a study of spectatorship, public space, and contemporary political theatre.
Pete the Street painting ‘5th May Banksy Statue‘. Image copyright Peter Brown
Pete the Street Charity Banksy Print Released for Charity
In response to the overwhelming reaction online and in person, Pete the Street has announced a time-limited edition print release, available to preorder until 23:59 on Sunday 17 May.
All profits from the edition will be donated to Common Understanding, a non-profit educational initiative supporting secondary school students in developing critical thinking and discussion skills.
Peter Brown explained:
“I couldn’t resist painting the scene around this wonderful new Banksy statue in Waterloo Place, the crowds, the phones, the whole moment of it.”
Banksy statue on Waterloo Place, London. Image copyright GraffitiStreet
The signed and numbered edition will measure 16 x 12 inches, printed on Hahnemühle fine art paper with archival inks, with delivery expected toward the end of June.
Banksy and Pete the Street Creative Collaboration
This marks another significant link between Banksy and Pete the Street, whose observational paintings have previously been connected to Banksy projects, including works associated with Valentine’s Day Mascara and Banksy’s Cut & Run exhibition.
Pete the Street painting ‘My Brush with Banksy‘. Image copyright Peter Brown
Pete the Street Charity Banksy Print Details
Banksy’s repost has already introduced the release to millions globally, rapidly elevating the charity edition. Here are the details…
Edition Details
Artist: Pete the Street
Title: 5th May Banksy Statue
Format: Timed Limited Edition
Availability: Until 23:59, Sunday 17 May
Size: 16 x 12 inches
Medium: Archival print on Hahnemühle fine art paper
Edition: Signed and numbered
Charity Beneficiary: Common Understanding
For purchasing information, collectors are directed to Pete the Street’s official link where you can find details of the 5th May Banksy Statue print.