Born in 1970 in southern California. In 1990 Shepard Fairey created the villainous image,
"Obey Giant," based on the image of a French wrestler. The icon has gradually spread over public spaces, and he has gained the enthusiastic support and respect of street youngsters around the world. The images he creates have spread all over the world through exhibitions and poster campaigns. He is also the founder of the American cultural magazine, SWINDLE.