Shepard Fairey is currently known for his Obama posters but I knew him for his make art not war poster. He is considered a graphic designer, a street artist as well as an illustrator. his work can be seen in the Smithsonian as well as the Museum of Modern Art. After college Fairey set up his own print shop where he created screen prints and stickers. This way he was able to continue his graphic art as well as share it with the world. Many of his prints deal with social issues and relate to the 21st century. His pieces are striking and bold while at the same time they're pretty clean and simple. I really like that he is conveying messages in his pieces and they still look a bit cartoon-y to me.
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