Shepard Fairey

Quick Facts

Full Name	Shepard Fairey
Occupation	Graphic Designer
Date Of Birth	Feb 15, 1970(1970-02-15)
Age	54
Birthplace	Charleston
Country	United States
Birth City	South Carolina
Horoscope	Aquarius

Shepard Fairey Biography

Shepard Fairey is one of the most popular and richest Graphic Designer who was born on February 15, 1970 in Charleston, South Carolina, United States. Graphic illustrator and designer who created the trend in the nation through the OBEY sticker campaign, which utilized images of The Weekly World News tabloid. His first exhibition at the museum “Supply & Demand” premiered in the Boston’s Institute of Contemporary Art in 2009 and featured more than 250 multimedia artworks.

He designed the HOPE poster that became popular throughout He created the HOPE poster that was popular during Barack Obama‘s 2008 presidential campaign.’s 2008 presidential campaign.

Fairey became involved with art in 1984, when he started to place his drawings on skateboards and T-shirts. He moved to Rhode Island in 1988 to attend the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). In 1992 he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Illustration from the RISD.

Shepard Fairey was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. His father, Strait Fairey, is a doctor, and his mother, Charlotte, a realtor. He attended Wando High School in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, and transferred to high school at Idyllwild Arts Academy in Idyllwild, California, from which he graduated in 1988.

Two daughters were born to him, Madeline and Vivienne, along with Amanda, his wife. Amanda.

Shepard Fairey Net Worth

Shepard Fairey is one of the richest Graphic Designer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Shepard Fairey 's net worth $10 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He began his career in art in his teens as he began to decorate skateboards and T-shirts.

He was called one of the greatest 21st century street artist by the Institute of Contemporary Art. His work was included in The Smithsonian and Museum of Modern Art collections.

Frank Shepard Fairey (born February 15, 1970) is an American contemporary street artist, graphic designer, activist, illustrator, and founder of OBEY Clothing who emerged from the skateboarding scene. He first became known for his “Andre the Giant Has a Posse” (…OBEY…) sticker campaign while attending the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD).

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Shepard Fairey Dating?

According to our records, Shepard Fairey married to Amanda Fairey. As of December 1, 2023, Shepard Fairey’s is not dating anyone.

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In the early 2000s, Fairey began donating to organizations such as Chiapas Relief Fund, the ACLU, Feeding America, and the Art of Elysium. Following the Obama campaign, Fairey donated proceeds from these poster sales to the ACLU and Feeding America. In September 2010, Fairey created a poster for the ACLU with actress Olivia Wilde as the Statue of Liberty holding a megaphone and a clipboard, the ACLU’s weapons of choice.

Facts & Trivia

Shepard Ranked on the list of most popular Graphic Designer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Shepard Fairey celebrates birthday on February 15 of every year.

In 2004, Fairey joined artists Robbie Conal and Mear One to create a series of “anti-war, anti-Bush” posters for a street art campaign called “Be the Revolution” for the art collective “Post Gen”. “Be the Revolution” kicked off with a night of performances featuring Z-Trip, Ozomatli and David J at the Avalon in Hollywood. Fairey also co-founded Swindle Magazine along with Roger Gastman.

Top Facts about Shepard Fairey

1. Shepard Fairey is an American contemporary street artist.
2. He is also a graphic designer, activist, and illustrator.
3. Fairey gained fame with his “Obey Giant” campaign in 1989.
4. His most famous work is the Barack Obama “Hope” poster.
5. Fairey has been arrested multiple times for his art activism.
6. He founded Studio Number One design agency in 2003.
7. Fairey’s work has been exhibited in galleries worldwide.
8. He was featured in Banksy’s documentary “Exit Through the Gift Shop.”
9. Fairey designed album covers for bands like The Black Eyed Peas and Led Zeppelin.
10. His net worth is estimated to be around $15 million USD.

Who is Shepard Fairey and why is he important?

Shepard Fairey, in full Frank Shepard Fairey, (born February 15, 1970, Charleston, South Carolina, U.S.), American muralist and graphic artist who first gained attention for creating a sticker with a portrait of the towering professional wrestler André the Giant and the word Obey.

What is Shepard Fairey philosophy?

Fairey is a dedicated political and environmental activist and many of his works advocate for awareness and change across a wide spectrum of areas from gun control to climate change.

Why is Shepard Fairey controversial?

Fairey has been involved in various controversies, mainly related to the allegations that he uses other artists’ work without permission. Critics have also accused Fairy of selling-out to produce his Obey clothing line, manipulating politically charged imagery, and hastening the exploitation of street culture.

How does Shepard Fairey explain capitalism?

“I believe in capitalism with some checks to chill out the evil greedy element. Capitalism is a way for hard work to yield rewards.”

Who made the famous Obama poster?

Widely considered to be a pop cultural phenomenon, this iconic portrait of Barack Obama caught the attention of millions during the historic 2008 presidential campaign. The renowned poster was designed by Los Angeles-based, contemporary street artist Shepard Fairey.