Artist Profile
Shepard Fairey
Frank Shepard Fairey
Born February 15, 1970, Charleston, South Carolina
Shepard Fairey is a Los Angeles-based street artist, graphic designer, and activist who emerged from the skateboarding scene. Best known for his "Andre the Giant Has a Posse" sticker campaign and the iconic Barack Obama "Hope" poster, Fairey's work critiques propaganda and challenges power structures. His art combines elements of graffiti, pop art, and political messaging, making him one of the most influential street artists of our time.
Artist Details
Based in: Los Angeles, California
Artistic Style: Street art, Graphic design, Screen printing, Political art
Notable Works
- •Andre the Giant Has a Posse (1989)
- •OBEY Giant campaign (1989-present)
- •Barack Obama "Hope" poster (2008)
- •We The People series (2017)
Major Exhibitions
- •The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (2018)
- •Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery (2009)
- •Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston (2009)
- •Victoria and Albert Museum, London (2019)
Collaborations
- •Obey Clothing - Founder and creative director
- •Led Zeppelin - Album artwork for Celebration Day
- •The Black Keys - Multiple album covers
- •Metallica - Concert posters and merchandise
Achievements & Recognition
- •Founded Obey Giant art campaign and Obey Clothing
- •Co-founded Subliminal Projects gallery in Los Angeles
- •Institute of Contemporary Art Boston Young Artist Award
- •Honorary Doctorate from Pratt Institute