Artist Statement
“This Wetland Powers print examines the repercussions of a Supreme Court largely in the pockets of big oil. Government is supposed to create the greatest good for the greatest number of people. Still, the conservative justices in the current Supreme Court have put the agendas of big oil and wealthy property owners ahead of safe and clean water for the citizenry. The concept of "common assets"… that resources like air and water are owned by no one and need to be protected for the benefit of all, seems lost on many people in business and government. It is up to us as voters to elect representati
About This Print
Wetland Powers is a 2023 screen print, 18 x 24 inches, on thick cream Speckletone paper in a signed, numbered edition of 550 published by Obey Giant. The print examines a Supreme Court that Fairey describes as serving big oil and wealthy property owners ahead of safe, clean water for citizens. It advances the concept of common assets, that resources like air and water belong to no one and must be protected for all, and urges voters to elect representatives who prioritize citizens, noting the president's role in selecting Supreme Court justices. A portion of proceeds benefits Greenpeace USA. The work fuses Fairey's graphic style with an environmental and political message about water protection and judicial influence.
Market Context
Estimated market value: 159.99. Observed range 120.0–333.83. Latest recorded sale: 2025-12-08. Value is the median of recorded public sales (>= $100); low-high shows the observed sale range.