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We The Future / Rise To Write The Law
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 61 x 46 cm Print - 24 x 18.1 inch
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Obey / Vhils Universal Personhood Lisbon
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 76 x 61 cm Print - 29.9 x 24 inch
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Protect Biodiversity - Cultivate Harmony
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 61 x 46 x 0.2 cm Print - 24 x 18.1 x 0.1 inch
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Casa Amarela, JR on the moon, Favela Morro da Providência, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
JR
Print - 46 x 36 cm Print - 18.1 x 14.2 inch
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Peace & Justice Woman
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 61 x 46 x 0.1 cm Print - 24 x 18.1 x 0 inch
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Let there be dark (rouge) + Facing the Giant
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 45.5 x 61 cm Print - 17.9 x 24 inch
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Ali - The greatest boxer of all times
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 60 x 45 cm Print - 23.6 x 17.7 inch
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Guns and Roses Offset
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 91 x 61 x 0.1 cm Print - 35.8 x 24 x 0 inch
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JR au Palais de Tokyo, 29 Août 2020, 6h42, Paris, France, 2022
JR
Print - 36 x 46 cm Print - 14.2 x 18.1 inch
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La Grande Fanfare
Enfant Précoce / Francis Essoua Kalu
Painting - 46 x 33 cm Painting - 18.1 x 13 inch
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The Ballerina in contrainers, Holding Tight, Le Havre
JR
Print - 70 x 100 cm Print - 27.6 x 39.4 inch
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Compassion (His Holiness the Dalai Lama)
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 61 x 46 x 0.1 cm Print - 24 x 18.1 x 0 inch
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Peace & freedom dove
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 61 x 46 x 0.2 cm Print - 24 x 18.1 x 0.1 inch
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Styles Change - Style Endures _ black
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 48.23 x 35.56 x 0.2 cm Print - 19 x 14 x 0.1 inch
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We the Future / Rise to Rewrite the Law
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 61 x 46 cm Print - 24 x 18.1 inch
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The Woman Who Defeated Pain (Frida Kahlo)
Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 61 x 46 x 0.2 cm Print - 24 x 18.1 x 0.1 inch
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Activist Artists
Activist artists choose to engage with and start a conversation on a variety of topics, from the environment and politics to race, gender and sexuality. A huge element of what makes contemporary art so important is engaging with current world issues; art is an invaluable tool in providing innovative insight and fresh perspectives where words can fail.
The incredible beauty of the natural world is something that artists have represented for centuries. So when it comes under threat by humanity, it's not surprising that ecologically engaged artists such as Jérémy Gobé, Angeles Peña and Franck Seguin use their art to promote its protection.
Gender and sexuality also plays a significant role in artistic activism. Belgian photographer Charlotte Abramow's stunning shots explore gender identity, feminism and female sexuality. Meanwhile, American non-binary artist Ryan Wilks' drawings confront the difficult relationship between sexual orientation and religion.
The world of politics is also ever present in contemporary art, with political artists exploring humanitarian issues and our societal values. World famous street artists Banksy and Shepard Fairey both explore a range of political subjects, from war crime to the disadvantages of consumerism.
Expand your horizons and discover Artsper's curated selection of activist artists!