Shepard Fairey, born in 1970 in Charleston, United States, has made significant contributions to the world of art. He graduated from BA Rhode Island School of Design and currently resides in Los Angeles, where he continues to create and inspire. Initially emerging from the skateboard scene, Fairey gained recognition through his creation of the André the Giant Has a Posse stickers, which ultimately led to the establishment of the Obey Giant campaign.
However, his breakthrough came during the 2008 US presidential campaign when he designed the iconic HOPE poster for Barack Obama, which garnered global acclaim. This artwork became synonymous with the campaign and left an indelible mark on popular culture.
Shepard Fairey's artistic prowess and influence have been acknowledged by institutions such as the Boston Institute of Contemporary Art, which regards him as one of the foremost and most influential street art artists of our time.
