Shepard Fairey Paints 'Third Eye Open Peace' Mural in Naples
Shepard Fairey has introduced a new mural, 'Third Eye Open Peace,' in Naples, Italy. This work reinterprets his earlier piece, 'Make Art Not War,' created during the Iraq War, featuring a luminous third eye and a flower motif alongside a peace symbol and the Italian word for peace, 'PACE.' The mural promotes themes of self-awareness and compassion, coinciding with his forthcoming solo exhibition, 'Power To the Peaceful.' The project received backing from various sponsors, including Poltrona Frau and La Reggia Designer Outlet, and was documented by his creative team, chosen for their vibrant street art culture.
Key facts
- Mural titled 'Third Eye Open Peace' unveiled in Naples, Italy.
- Portrait originally from Fairey's 2003 'Make Art Not War' print.
- Mural includes third eye, peace sign, and Italian word 'PACE'.
- Companion piece to upcoming solo exhibition 'Power To the Peaceful'.
- Supported by Poltrona Frau, La Reggia Designer Outlet, Montana Cans.
- Cultural partners: Cultura Napoli, Wunderkammern Gallery, Inward Creativa Urbana.
- Production team: Dan Flores, Rob Zagula, Jonathan Furlong.
- Fairey quoted: 'If we can connect with our own humanity, we can have empathy for others.'
Entities
Artists
- Shepard Fairey
Institutions
- Poltrona Frau
- La Reggia Designer Outlet
- Montana Cans
- Cultura Napoli
- Wunderkammern Gallery
- Inward Creativa Urbana
- GraffitiStreet
- Gallerie d'Italia
Locations
- Naples
- Italy