Shepard Fairey Obey 'Wave Of Distress' Release Details

Artist: Shepard Fairey Obey
Title: Wave Of Distress
Medium: Hand Pulled 4 Color Screen Print
Size: 18 x 24 Inches
Edition: 350
Price: $80

*available at 3pm EST on Thursday November 20th, 2025

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On Thursday, Nov. 20th, PangeaSeed will officially be releasing Wave of Distress, our end-of-year fundraiser and a powerful new limited-edition in our Printed Oceans educational art print series created with the legendary Shepard Fairey. This timely piece blends beauty with urgency, using Fairey’s unmistakable style to spotlight the growing threats facing our ocean.

"I’ve done several wave illustrations over the years because I love the power and beauty of waves. The crashing waves and cycle of tides seem like an endlessly reliable pattern, but ocean health is diminishing in many places. The title Wave of Distress is meant to be a warning. Distress means “suffering in a state of great trouble.” If the oceans are in trouble, then the entire planet will be facing a wave of distress. The oceans regulate climate and reduce climate change impacts, and provide an important habitat and source of food for many species, including humans. In addition to the wave, I’ve included patterns in the art that work in rhythmic harmony. The rhythmic harmony of the ocean itself is incredibly important to maintain. These prints are a reminder to respect and restore the oceans." - Shepard