ART FEATURE

Tip: Zoom in and spend time with it. The joy’s in the details.

About the Piece: Building a Rainbow

Building a Rainbow is a celebration of love — real love. The kind that includes everyone. The kind that holds space, lifts voices, and says, “You belong.”

In this Pride tribute, Mark Brewer brings his signature mix of humor, warmth, and ink-fueled storytelling to a world in joyful motion. Construction cranes, queer flags, disco balls, and bold, beautiful bodies all come together to build something bigger — a rainbow made not just of color, but of connection.

It’s playful. It’s messy. It’s loud on purpose.

Because acceptance doesn’t just appear — we build it. Together.

Whether you're LGBTQIA+ or an ally, this piece is a tribute to the communities we create, the joy we share, and the identities we celebrate. Every character is a story. Every color is an invitation.

Take a closer look. This is what love can look like — in full spectrum.

Collector Note: The original is represented by Mark Rengers Gallery and available online. Prints are sold exclusively through MarkBrewer.com.

Behind the Ink

In this short video, Mark shares the heart behind Building a Rainbow: a bold, ink-splattered celebration of love, identity, and joyful defiance.

Created for Pride Month, the piece is a tribute to being seen, being accepted, and being exactly who you are. It’s loud. It’s layered. And it’s personal.

Mark’s voice, warmth, and humor come through in every line — and in this video, you’ll hear why it matters.

Video by Emilia Brewer

  • Initial Sketch

    Drawn and laid out on my ipad.

  • Inking

    Snapshot of the initial inking.

  • Adding Color

    Beginning of adding color.

  • Coming Alive

    Mid-watercolor.

  • Completed Piece

    The rain is ending and the rainbow illuminated the various colors of our universe.