*APC ART is pleased to present “Make Art Not War” (Black Variant), a powerful collaborative edition by legendary contemporary artist Shepard Fairey and acclaimed artist Alfredo Gonzalez. This striking work measures 24 × 18 inches (61 × 45.7 cm) and is executed as a hand-pulled screenprint in colors on 80# black Speckletone paper. The work is hand signed by both artists, dated by Shepard Fairey, and bears the official blind stamp. It was published in 2025 by Sugar Press in a strictly limited edition of only 150 examples.*

*The black variant offered here is widely regarded as the most desirable version of the release. The deep black paper dramatically amplifies the bold graphic imagery and vibrant inks, giving the composition an extraordinary presence and visual intensity.*

*The work revisits one of the most recognizable and enduring messages within contemporary art and protest culture: “Make Art Not War.” The composition features a stylized female portrait surrounded by roses, symbolic ornamentation, and artistic tools, framed by Fairey’s unmistakable graphic typography. The imagery merges themes of creativity, resistance, and cultural power, presenting art as a transformative force capable of challenging violence, division, and oppression.*

*The phrase itself draws from the historic counterculture movement of the 1960s, when artists and activists promoted creativity as an alternative to conflict. In this contemporary reinterpretation, Fairey and Gonzalez reassert that message for a new generation, emphasizing the role of art as both cultural commentary and social catalyst.*

*Shepard Fairey is widely recognized as one of the most influential artists of the past three decades. Emerging from the skateboarding and street art scenes of the late 1980s, Fairey rose to international prominence through his iconic “OBEY” campaign and later through the globally recognized “HOPE” poster created for Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign. His work has appeared in major institutions including the Museum of Modern Art, the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, and the Victoria & Albert Museum. Fairey’s work is collected by major museums and private collectors around the world and remains one of the most recognizable visual languages in contemporary art.*

*Alfredo Gonzalez has established himself as a powerful collaborator and artist in his own right, known for blending classical symbolism, contemporary graphic design, and social commentary. His collaborations with Shepard Fairey have produced some of the most visually striking and conceptually resonant prints of the past decade.*

*“Make Art Not War” represents a perfect synthesis of both artists’ visual languages. Fairey’s bold propaganda-inspired graphic design meets Gonzalez’s refined symbolic composition to create a work that feels both timeless and urgently contemporary.*

*This 2025 re-release was produced in response to renewed global conversations around conflict, cultural division, and the role of art in shaping public dialogue. By revisiting this message now, the artists reinforce the idea that creativity remains one of society’s most powerful tools for change.*

*Examples from this edition are already extremely difficult to obtain, particularly the coveted black variant. With an edition of only 150 works, this print represents a rare opportunity for collectors seeking important contemporary screenprints tied to one of the most influential artists working today.*

*The work is in hand and accompanied by the original Sugar Press certificate of authenticity. It will ship immediately from the United States.*

*An exceptionally important edition from two influential contemporary artists and an outstanding investment opportunity.*

*Offered by APC ART.*

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Provenance
Included with the work is the original COA from Sugar Press. 

Condition
The work is brand new.