New York City artist to paint mural with Brooklyn beer in Brixton
An artist from New York City will create a mural painted with beer in recognition of the shared diversity of communities in the twinned boroughs of Lambeth and Brooklyn.
Globally renowned artist Danielle Mastrion will paint street art that celebrates diversity, inclusivity and creativity on to the bricks of Brixton.
From August 22 until August 26, the artist will transform 500 Brixton Road into an ode to Brooklyn, using paint infused with the Brooklyn Brewery’s newly-launched Pilsner.
“Having the opportunity to bring my expression of Brooklyn to the UK is a total dream come true,” said Danielle. “When I was asked about creating the first ever mural painted with beer, I knew this was going to be a fun project.
“I bring Brooklyn with me when I’m painting, no matter where I am in the world. It’s about giving back to the communities that inspire you.”
Commissioned to launch Brooklyn Pilsner, Ms Mastrion’s work will use paint infused with the new brew to transport local people to the New York borough of Brooklyn.
In bringing Brooklyn to Brixton, Ms Mastrion will curate a taste of the neighbourhood she grew up in, which like Brixton, proudly fosters communities of culturally curious changemakers who inspire others and drive social progress, often through creative action.
A classically trained painter and muralist who self-taught her work in aerosol, Ms Mastrion is also a socially conscious artist recognised globally for advocating for social justice issues.
Some of her most iconic art includes commissions for major brands such as New Balance and Nike, a makeover of film director Spike Lee’s production offices, and her infamous large-scale portrait of rapper The Notorious B.I.G. commissioned by his family.
As part of the Brixton project, Ms Mastrion and Brooklyn Brewery are also asking the community to contribute to the mural at a blank canvas event on Saturday, August 27 by picking up a stencil and paintbrush, and under Danielle’s expert guidance they can add their touch of Brooklyn-inspired art to the wall.
Pictured top: Danielle Mastrion paints a mural in Brooklyn (Picture: Brooklyn Brewery)
