STRANGEco has just announced that their eagerly awaited Shepard Fairey project, Mr. Spray, is now available for pre-order and will be released in July. The 11” vinyl figure gives 3D form to Fairey’s 2004 character which was inspired by advertising characters from the 1950’s.
Mr. Spray will be available in four editions – Black (350 pieces), Red (350 pieces), Gold (200 pieces, Obey Exclusive), and Silver (100 pieces, STRANGEco Special Edition). Each Mr. Spray ships with an OBEY mini stencil, honoring Fairey’s ubiquitous tool of choice. The black and red editions are available for pre-order now for $84.99 each through STRANGEco’s online shop and will shortly be available from retailers. The Silver edition will be available at SDCC (booth #4629) and through STRANGEco’s online shop. Expect more on the silver edition release as we get closer to SDCC. Details on the Gold OBEY Special edition have yet to be released.
We’re happy that arguably the most popular street artist today now has an art toy which represents his aesthetic and tradition. The sculptural detail in the face is quite nice and makes the figure, along with the obey mini-stencil. While the standard editions are nice, the silver and gold are a step above. Finally, it’s good to see a new release from STRANGEco.
It’s a bit weak that the arms don’t match the body on the red and the black colorways. I expect so much more from Shep.
He’s finally done something that I like!