Does Shepard Fairey own obey?

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 became widely known during the 2008 U.S. presidential election for his Barack Obama “Hope” poster.Click to see full answer. Also, what techniques does Shepard Fairey use?Fairey makes use of mixed-media, combining materials more commonly associated with ‘graffiti’ art (spray paints, cut-out templates). Fairey builds up layers within much of his work, using paper, glues, spray-paints. He makes use of templates, which are used to effectively mask areas when using spray-paint.Beside above, who is the face of obey? Frank Shepard Fairey In this regard, what does the brand Obey stand for? OBEY Clothing was founded on the art, design and ideals of Shepard Fairey. Fairey steeps his ideology and iconography in self-empowerment. With biting sarcasm verging on reverse psychology, he goads viewers, using the imperative “obey,” to take heed of the propagandists out to bend the world to their agendas.Why does Shepard Fairey make art?Over the years Shepard Fairey has transformed into one of the most well-known muralist /street artists in the world. His signature propaganda inspired design posters, murals stickers and clothing has continually combined social activism with the OBEY brand even before it was a commercial enterprise.