Three Amazing Art Instagram Accounts to Follow in 2019

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    David S
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    With 800 million users and counting, Instagram has become a key platform for painters, photographers, illustrators and other artists to showcase their work and gain a loyal following of fans and collectors, forever transforming the way we experience and consume art, and most say it’s for the better. So if you’re an art lover always looking for fresh visual inspiration, here are three of the best creators to follow on Instagram in 2019.

    Frank Shepard Fairey

    One of the most famous graphic artists and muralists alive, Shepard Fairy, started his career as a street artist. Since then, his incredibly large opus, concentrated on the colors black, white and red, has been used in screen-prints, illustrations, collages, sculptures, posters and murals.

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    Fan the Flames is about the unfortunate truth that unchecked capitalism and a livable planet will soon be incompatible. Capitalism is predicated on expanding consumption and profits without regard to environmental consequences (with the exception of a few conscientious companies). I’m not making an indictment of capitalism in its entirety, only making the point that safety checks need to exist to put the health of the many before the profits of a few. The function of government is to serve the needs of the people who elected it before the needs of corporations, however corporate donations and lobbyists corrupt democracy in the way that they shift government's priorities from the needs of the many to the desires of big corporations. Campaign finance reform would help to keep polluters and fossil fuel corporations from going unchecked. We all need to think about how we vote and how we consume with an eye on a very delicate future ecologically. If you have not read it, I’d strongly recommend Naomi Klein’s book “This Changes Everything”… the market does not solve all problems; most need to be solved by humans who understand ethical responsibility. Proceeds from this print will benefit @350org, but I’d also suggest checking out @representus. Thanks for caring! – Shepard⁣ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⁣ OBEY Fan the Flames. Screenprint on cream Speckletone paper. 24 x 36 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 550. $90. Available Thursday, April 18th @ 10 AM PDT at store.obeygiant.com/collections/prints. Portion of proceeds will be donated to 350.org. Max order: 1 per customer/household. *Orders are not guaranteed as demand is high and inventory is limited.* Multiple orders will be refunded. International customers are responsible for import fees due upon delivery.⁣

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    Sarah Bahbah

    Ever since introducing her signature style to the public, Sarah Bahbah has gained a massive following and earned collaborations with brands like Gucci and a long list of up-and-coming models. Her original work has been on display at art galleries around the world since 2015.

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    Andy Dixon

    Andy Dixon is celebrated for his bright, warm, colorful aesthetics that’s both bold and captivating, yet easy-going and playful. Exploring “the psychology of value and the taboo entanglement of fine art and luxury,” Dixon creates highly relatable pieces portraying luscious, cosy interiors to die for.