Artist Statement
“The Rise Above Flower is a call to take the high road with a nod to one of my favorite Black Flag songs. Symbols such as flowers have always embodied important messages of hope and possibility in my work. Many of our political and social conversations have gotten petty, and I'd like people to think a little more about the big picture issues like human dignity and environmental responsibility in ways that we can unify. A portion of the proceeds from this print will benefit Greenpeace to support the organization's work to enhance environmental protections and combat climate change. -Shepard Ris
About This Print
Rise Above Flower is a 2021 Shepard Fairey screen print published by Obey Giant, measuring 18 x 24 inches on thick cream Speckletone paper, signed and numbered in an edition of 625. The image centers on a flower motif paired with Fairey's "Rise Above" message, framing the bloom as a symbol of hope, possibility, and unity. Fairey describes the work as a call to take the high road and to focus on big-picture concerns such as human dignity and environmental responsibility rather than petty political division. The title nods to a favorite Black Flag song. Fairey notes a portion of proceeds benefits Greenpeace.
Market Context
Estimated market value: 229.44. Observed range 100.0–500.0. Latest recorded sale: 2026-01-02. Value is the median of recorded public sales (>= $100); low-high shows the observed sale range.