Make Art Not War (Blue) – New Color Way Available Now!

I made this “Make Art Not War” print new color variant because unfortunately, with many wars going on globally, the message continues to be relevant. Here is how my friend and museum curator Pedro Alonzo describes my “Make Art Not War” image:

“This print, created during the Iraq war, is an alternative phrase inspired by popular 1960s anti-war mantra,“Make love, not war.” In this case, Fairey asserts the need for creative rather than destructive acts. The Art Nouveau style of the image is an additional reference to the influence of Art Nouveau on hippie and psychedelic art of the ’60s, including many anti-Vietnam war posters.
Encased within a floral garland, the female figure appears more self-assured and real rather than ethereal. The placement of two paintbrushes below her portrait not only refers to a classical tool of art production but resembles spears, which when read alongside the directive to “OBEY” that appears on her neck, simultaneously makes the otherwise palatable message more pointed.”

Make Art Not War (Blue) is now available in the Obey Giant Store. Thanks for caring! – S

A fresh blue alternate colorway of the popular Make Art Not War offset print, originally released in the classic red and black palette. This new print brings a cooler tone to the iconic message while preserving the bold impact and timeless call for creativity over conflict.

PRINT DETAILS: Make Art Not War (Blue) Offset. 36″ H x 24″ W. Offset on thick cream Speckletone paper. Signed by Shepard Fairey. $35. Available now at Obey Giant Store. International customers are responsible for import fees due upon delivery (Except UK orders under $160).⁣ ALL SALES FINAL.