Ed Sheeran Art Debuts at London’s Cosmic Carpark Exhibition
Global music icon Ed Sheeran is once again capturing attention—this time not with his music, but with his art. Ed Sheeran’s original splash-style artworks are now on display at the Heni Gallery in Soho, London. He created them in a disused car park during breaks between tour dates. Titled Cosmic Carpark Paintings, the exhibit runs until August 1st and features vibrant pieces inspired by celestial patterns.
Ed Sheeran’s Artistic Journey: From Music to Splash Painting
Sheeran’s journey into visual art began in 2019, towards the end of his Divide Tour. Though best known as a chart-topping singer-songwriter, he had long harbored a love for visual expression. Growing up in Suffolk with parents involved in the arts, Sheeran developed a natural interest in painting early on.
I started painting at the end of my Divide Tour in 2019, and it’s been my creative outlet ever since,” Sheeran shared. “Growing up with parents deeply involved in art naturally sparked my passion for it.
Ed Sheeran Art Ritual: Painting in a Soho Car Park
While in the UK between tour stops, Sheeran developed a daily routine. Each morning, Ed Sheeran ran to a quiet, disused car park in Soho, where he spent hours painting in solitude before running back home. This dedicated routine helped him create a vibrant collection that showcases his bold splash painting style—now featured as the centerpiece of his first gallery exhibition.
“I used a lot of my downtime in the UK to paint,” he said. Each morning, I’d run to a disused car park in Soho to paint, then head back home—repeating that routine daily until I returned to touring.
The Cosmic Inspiration Behind Ed Sheeran’s Art
The paintings in the Ed Sheeran Cosmic Carpark Paintings exhibition are visually vibrant and abstract, drawing influence from astronomical forms and cosmic structures. This theme complements Sheeran’s dynamic splash technique and adds a meditative quality to the pieces. Sheeran originally created the artworks as personal gifts for friends and family, but encouragement from fellow artists—like Damien Hirst and Heni founder Joe Hage—led him to share the pieces with the public.
Free Public Exhibition at Heni Gallery
The Heni Gallery exhibition is open to the public free of charge, with no appointment necessary. Visitors can explore Sheeran’s collection in an intimate setting, gaining a fresh perspective on the multi-talented performer.
The artworks are also available for purchase, with all proceeds directed to The Ed Sheeran Foundation. The foundation supports music education initiatives, aiming to provide access and opportunities to young people from all walks of life.
Combining Music and Visual Art
Though best known for his chart-topping music and global tours, Ed Sheeran reveals a more personal side through his painting. His artwork captures the same emotion, rhythm, and spontaneity that define his songs—offering fans a fresh lens into his multifaceted creativity.
This artistic milestone aligns with another major moment in Sheeran’s calendar—his trio of homecoming concerts at Portman Road stadium in Ipswich. The back-to-back sold-out shows are set for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, celebrating his roots with thousands of devoted fans.
More Than a Hobby: A Legacy in the Making
The Ed Sheeran Cosmic Carpark Paintings exhibition is more than a celebrity art show—it’s a testament to Sheeran’s evolution as a multidimensional artist. Whether through song or stroke, he continues to inspire audiences with his creativity, humility, and commitment to giving back.
Art lovers, music enthusiasts, and curious visitors can explore Ed Sheeran’s creative side at the Heni Gallery in Soho, where his painting exhibition runs until August 1st. Blending music, visual art, and philanthropy, the show adds a vibrant new chapter to the evolving story of one of the world’s most dynamic and influential artists.
Stay tuned for additional updates and reflections from the exhibition.
