Showcasing Fairey's entire body of work, from his early OBEY Giant campaign to his prodigious print output, increasingly ambitious large scale street work and beyond, this massive retrospective covers 20 colourful years. Fairey helped catalyse a movement from his unique vantage at the intersection of art, popular culture and Design and this tome documents it all. Through the lens of esteemed writers and critics such as Carlo McCormick, Steven Heller, Henry Rollins, Rob Walker, Roger Gastman and more, readers can learn about Shepard Fairey and his groundbreaking work.
The seminal artist’s recent art and poster works, and his triumphant return to his street-art roots with murals, all in work never before published. Shepard Fairey rose out of the skateboarding scene, creating his “Andre the Giant Has a Posse” sticker campaign in the late ’80s, and has since achieved a mainstream recognition that most street artists never find. Fairey’s “Hope” poster, created during Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign, is arguably the most iconic American image since Uncle Sam. Fairey has become a pop-culture icon himself, though he has remained true to his street-art roots. Covert to Overt showcases his most recent evolution from works on paper to grander art installations, cross-cultural artworks, and music/art collaborations. The book also includes his ubiquitous streetwear and chronicles his return to public artworks. His signature blend of politics, street culture, and art makes Fairey unlike any other subculture/street artist working today. This book showcases the significant amount of art he has created the last several street murals, mixed-media installations, art/music events, countless silk screens, and work from his extremely successful OBEY brand.
Supply and Demand is the book that finally does justice to Shepard Fairey's entire body of work, a massive retrospective covering 17 Years of this groundbreaking artist's prodigious output. Through the lens of esteemed writers and critics such as Carlo McCormick, Steven Heller and Roger Gastman, Fairey's work is seen for all its depth and placed in context as art, design, social experiment and "getting over". This massive book pulls no punches and all areas of the enigmatic artist's work, travels and travails are illuminated; from exhibitions, posters, flyers, silkscreens and stickers to high altitude pursuits, citations and police beatings, it's all documented in a museum quality layout and binding. The evidence is in, and it's clear that Shepard Fairey is not one to rest on his laurels, the work must go on. For both long time fans wanting the complete collection and those just curious to know what this OBEY business is all about Supply and Demand is the answer.
This collection features insightful quotations from a renowned artist and political activist known for the iconic Obama "Hope" poster and the "Obey Giant" street-art campaign. It delves into themes of art, activism, and social change, showcasing the artist's perspectives on creativity and its impact on society. The quotes reflect a commitment to challenging the status quo and inspire readers to engage with art as a powerful tool for political expression and community awareness.
Exploring the vibrant world of urban art, this book delves into the works and philosophy of D*Face, a prominent figure in contemporary street art. It showcases his unique style, blending pop culture with a rebellious spirit, and highlights the themes of identity and societal critique that permeate his creations. With stunning visuals and insightful commentary, it offers an in-depth look at the impact of D*Face's art on the urban landscape and its resonance with fans of the genre.
May Day - The Art of Shepard Fairey is published as a celebration of an evocative collection of paintings from one of the most important artists of our time. Portraits of advocates of the working class and oppressed define the collection. Fairey stakes the claim that artists, musicians and writers such as Joe Strummer, Jean Michel Basquiat and Cornel West all have parts to play in stimulating response to injustice.
Ein umfassender Einblick in das Werk eines begnadeten Illustrators und Künstlers Die unentbehrliche Ergänzung jeder Bibliothek zeitgenössischer Kunst Dieser markante Sammelband präsentiert einen der originellsten Pop-Künstler unserer Zeit. Inspiriert von Popkultur, alten Comics, historischen Werbeanzeigen, Typografie und Illustrationen, verbindet Gary Taxali Hochkultur, Gebrauchskunst und Illustrationen und nutzt klassische Designs und Kontexte, um ein Licht auf die immerwährenden Paradoxien des Lebens zu werfen. Sex, Liebe, Konsumrausch oder einfach diese Sehnsucht nach etwas völlig anderem - Taxali greift jedes Thema auf. Seine künstlerisch vollendeten, lebendigen Illustrationen sind plastisch und direkt. Sei es die Besessenheit der Jugend oder die Angst der mittleren Jahre, Taxali gräbt sich tief in die Sorgen und Begierden ein, die uns menschlich machen. Sprachen: Deutsch, Englisch, Französisch
