As a follow-up to our previous story about Arkitip Issue, No. 0051: Shepard Fairey (watch the video after the jump) here’s an inside look at how the man makes his art. You can pre-order the issue here, or head out to the release party this Friday, at Space Fifteen Twenty (1520 N. Cahuenga Blvd Suite 10) to enjoy music provided by Shepard Fairey and other guest DJ’s. The party starts at 7pm, RSVP here.

Here’s what Shepard has to say about the issue:

I have known Scott Snyder, the creator of Akitip for ten years when he was on issue 2. I was in issue 3 and I later contributed writing to a few other issues. The magazine started off only black and white, but has evolved into a very beautiful and sophisticated publication. I am very proud to be the featured artist in Arkitip 51. The issue includes current exclusive content from my indoor and outdoor work for the Boston ICA as well as a large selection of my newest fine art. There is an extensive interview with me by Simon Steinhardt and a great essay by ICA curator Pedro Alonzo. The magazine is packaged in a premium box with hand placed stickers on the outside. The magazine itself is perfect bound and has a die-cut cover. There is also a magazine sized, one color signed and numbered version of the Obey Eyeball print. The run is limited to 5,000. Check it out.

- Shepard