The Rebel Bear
The Rebel Bear Cost of Living
- First painted in Edinburgh in 2022, highlighting inflation and living costs.
The Rebel Bear Cost of Living was first painted in 2022 on a large wall in the Muirhouse housing estate on the outskirts of Edinburgh. A red zigzag chart cuts sharply upwards across the bricks, symbolising the soaring inflation and rising cost of living faced by millions. Clinging to the line is a lone figure – a working person weighed down by a shopping bag, barely keeping pace.
The Rebel Bear captioned the piece: “An official graph of the recent increase in inflation and cost of living.”
The Rebel Bear’s Cost of Living is now repainted at scale for the BOXXS Linlithgow exhibition at Mill Road Industrial Estate. The artwork resonates as a bold economic statement – visually distilling a crisis into something immediate, human, and unignorable.
Visit the Exhibition
What began on Sunday 6th July 2025 as a one-day street art takeover has now become a permanent part of Linlithgow’s cultural landscape. The exhibition is free and open to the public to view, and suitable for all ages.
This exhibition is proudly hosted at BOXXS Self Storage in Mill Road Industrial Estate.
- BOXXS, Mill Road Industrial Estate, Linlithgow, EH49 7SF
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is The Rebel Bear?
The Rebel Bear is an anonymous Scottish street artist known for tackling themes like love, politics, identity, and social justice through powerful public murals. His work appears in Glasgow, Paris, New York, and now Linlithgow.
Do I need a ticket to attend?
No tickets needed. The exhibition is now permanent, free to attend, and open to the public. Just show up and enjoy the art.
Is the exhibition family-friendly?
Yes! This is a family-friendly exhibition suitable for all ages. Everyone is welcome.
Is there parking available at Boxxs?
Limited parking is available at Mill Road Industrial Estate. We advise arriving early or using public transport where possible.
Can I take photos or videos?
Absolutely! Feel free to take photos and videos during the event. We’d love to see your favourite moments – share them online and tag the.rebel.bear on instagram and boxxs.co.uk in your captions or posts!
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