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    • Frank Shepard Fairey (born February 15, 1970) is an American contemporary artist, activist and founder of OBEY Clothing who emerged from the skateboarding scene. In 1989, he designed the "Andre the Giant Has a Posse" (...OBEY...) sticker campaign while attending the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). Fairey designed the Barack Obama "Ho… See more

    BornFrank Shepard Fairey · February 15, 1970 · Charleston, South Carolina, U.S.
    EducationRhode Island School of Design
    SpouseAmanda Fairey
    Children2
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    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 Porter-Gaud School in Charleston and transferred to high sch… See more

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  1. Obey Giant
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  3. Britannica
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    Why does Fairey use the word 'obey'?
    The use of the word “OBEY” is central to Fairey’s critique. By repurposing the techniques of propaganda, using bold, arresting imagery and omnipresent repetition, Fairey forces us to confront the hidden forces that influence our beliefs and behaviours.

    Icons of Rebellion: The Enduring Power of Shepard Fairey’s OBEY

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    What is the Obey Campaign?
    What began as a light-hearted experiment in street art rapidly turned into a critique of societal obedience, authority, and the pervasive power of media and propaganda. At its core, the OBEY campaign functions as a form of cultural rebellion, encouraging viewers to reconsider the systems of control that shape their reality.

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    How did the Obey Giant campaign start?
    In 1989, Fairey launched the OBEY Giant campaign, starting with a sticker that would become an unexpected icon, ‘Andre the Giant Has a Posse.’ The sticker, which featured the oversized visage of the famous wrestler Andre the Giant, began as a personal project during Fairey’s time at art school.

    Icons of Rebellion: The Enduring Power of Shepard Fairey’s OBEY

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    What is Fairey's 'OBEY' campaign?
    His "Obey" Campaign is from the John Carpenter movie They Live which starred pro wrestler Roddy Piper, taking a number of its slogans, including the "Obey" slogan, as well as the "This is Your God" slogan. Fairey has spun off the OBEY clothing line from the original sticker campaign.

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    Who obeys Shepard Fairey by taking jabs at Mark Vallen?
    "Jamie O'Shea Obeys Shepard Fairey by Taking Jabs at Mark Vallen. Myartspace". Retrieved March 30, 2009. ^ Wasserman, Dan (February 2, 2008). "How phony is Shepard Fairey? Boston Globe's Out of Line". The Boston Globe. Retrieved March 30, 2009. ^ Eric Wilson (January 7, 2009). "Consumers of the World Unite". The New York Times.

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    Why is obey so popular?
    OBEY's adaptability to current social movements is part of its enduring appeal. As new waves of activism emerge, whether related to climate change, racial justice, or political corruption, the imagery of OBEY remains a potent visual rallying cry for resistance.

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  9. blocal-travel.com
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