Ed Sheeran becomes a different kind of artist with special show

The singer began painting in 2019 after the end of his tour

British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran is best know for his music - with millions of fans all over the world.

But you may not know about the star's other creative talent - painting!

A brand new exhibition, called The Cosmic Carpark Paintings, will feature some of his pieces of art.

The paintings will be displayed at the Heni Gallery in Soho, London from 11 July until 1 August.

Sheeran is known for his splash painting style

The musician began painting six years ago, but said he'd always enjoyed studying art in school while growing up in Suffolk.

"I started painting at the end of my Divide Tour in 2019 and it's something that I've used as a creative outlet ever since," Sheeran explained.

"When I was growing up, both of my parents worked in art, so I've naturally always been interested in it, and I always enjoyed studying art at school."

The singer created several paintings between his shows last year.

"I was back and forth on tour last year, and I used a lot of my downtime in the UK to paint.

"I'd run to a disused car park in Soho each morning, paint, then run home and I'd do that daily until I headed back out on tour again."

The artwork will be available to buy, with proceeds going to the Ed Sheeran foundation

The paintings reflect the pop star's signature splash painting style.

They were originally created for Sheeran's friends and family, but he was encouraged by artist Damien Hirst to show them at an exhibition.

Those looking to get a glimpse of them will be able to do so for free.

The artwork can also be bought, with all the money raised being donated to The Ed Sheeran Foundation, which works to offer music education and opportunities to young people from all backgrounds.