Artist and designer Shepard Fairey is known for some of the most recognizable street art and graphic design of his generation, including the âObeyâ and Obama “Hope” posters, in addition to what feels like countless murals around the world. Faireyâs work is often a passionate and authentic manifestation of political causes important to him, filtered through influences drawn from album covers, skateboarding, street art, propaganda posters, and pop art.
Faireyâs unique visual style and pop culture influences make him a natural choice for Mattel to partner with in their latest Artiste deck for UNO. Previous artists featured include Nina Chanel Abney, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Keith Haring, but the Shepard Fairey deck marks the first in the Artiste Series to go plastic-free. Like the card game’s Nothin’ but Paper set, the deck features recycled, recyclable, and sustainable materials. Mattel is also making a donation to Ocean Conservancy on Shepardâs behalf.
