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Artist Spotlight: Shanée Benjamin for the ONE® Unity Collection

At Global Protection Corp.®, we have always believed that a condom is more than a tool for protection – it can also be a vehicle for conversation, a statement of identity, and a bridge between sexual health and self-expression. Since our inception, we have championed the idea that art and advocacy are inextricably intertwined. When we put interesting artwork on our wrappers, we aren’t just making the product look better; we are breaking down the clinical barriers and the outdated stigmas that often surround sexual health.

With that, art has the unique power to make the uncomfortable comfortable. On a condom wrapper, it serves as a conversation starter or a way to spark a dialogue about consent, safety, and pleasure without the heavy-handedness of traditional health lectures. We’ve seen this impact firsthand through our Art of ONE® collaborations, such as our 2025 partnership with Philadelphia artist Hannah Francis and our long-running design contest. These projects prove that when you combine creative design with sexual health, you create a product that people actually want to carry, share, and talk about.

As we move into Pride month, we are taking this commitment to the next level. We are incredibly proud to announce the launch of the ONE® Unity Collection, featuring the artwork of Brooklyn-based illustrator, Shanée Benjamin. The ONE® Unity Collection is available in a case of 1,000 condoms and a display bowl of 100 condoms.


The ONE® Unity Collection


The ONE® Unity Collection is a tribute to the diverse tapestry of the LGBTQ+ community and the intersections of queer identity and human connection. To bring this vision to life, we collaborated with Shanée Benjamin to curate a selection of her art as the foundation for this wrapper collection, supplemented with a selection of other artworks featuring LGBTQ+ relationships and community flags.



Whether you’re at a parade, a club, or in the privacy of your home, these wrappers are designed to reflect the beauty of the community they serve.


Shanée’s Creative Journey: Art and Connection


To get a deeper look at the mind behind the art, we sat down with Shanée to discuss her journey, her creative process, and why she believes art belongs in the world of sexual health.


Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?

“I’m an art director and illustrator based in Brooklyn. My work sits at the intersection of storytelling, identity, and culture, usually centering Black women, softness, power, and joy. I move between brand work, murals, and personal projects, but everything I make is rooted in feeling something first.”

When did you first start getting into art and illustration?

“I started illustrating after work as a way to de-stress. It was just something I loved doing for myself. Then I landed my first project with Vox and realized… oh, this could actually be a career. I quit my corporate job at the WTC in December 2018 and haven’t looked back.”

What artists or styles inspire your work?

“I’m inspired by bold, emotional work – people who aren’t afraid of color, intimacy, or narrative. A mix of fine art, editorial illustration, and everyday Black life. I care more about how something feels than fitting into a specific style.”

How do your interests outside of art fuel your artwork?

“Everything feeds it: food, music, relationships, nightlife, hosting, even awkward social moments. I’m always observing energy. The way people connect (or don’t) shows up in my work a lot.”

What art medium do you use the most and what do you like about it?

“Acrylic, gouache, and digital on the iPad. I like having both. Painting gives me texture and depth, while digital lets me move fast and stay precise. It’s a balance of control and freedom.”

What is your favorite part of the creative process?

“The refining stage. Those final adjustments, the small details, the finishing touches – that’s where everything clicks and the piece really comes to life.”


Art as a Catalyst for Health


Shanée’s focus on "feeling" and "connection" is exactly why her work is a perfect fit for ONE®. When we talk about intimacy, we often focus on the physical, but the emotional and visual aspects are just as important. This is where products like our ONE® Super Sensitive™ condoms come into play. With 50% more lubricant than our standard condoms, the ONE® Super Sensitive™ line is all about heightening that feeling of closeness and intimacy. When wrapped in Shanée’s art, the experience becomes holistic, appealing to the senses of sight, touch, and emotional safety all at once.



We asked Shanée how she sees her role as an artist within the broader conversation of public health:

“Art makes things feel human. Sexual health is usually talked about in a clinical or shame-based way, and design has the power to shift that into something more honest, accessible, and even beautiful. It can remove stigma without losing seriousness.”

This sentiment is at the heart of our mission. By bringing beautiful design to the forefront, we are making sexual health a visible, celebrated part of the culture.


Why Pride and Alternative Communities Matter


Promoting Pride and supporting alternative communities is a core value to us here at ONE®. LGBTQ+ communities have historically been the vanguards of art, fashion, and social change. They are also communities that have often been marginalized or ignored by traditional healthcare systems.



By partnering with artists like Shanée, we are affirming that queer joy is essential. We believe in creating spaces (both physical and digital) where people feel seen and protected. Whether it’s through the vibrant colors of the Unity Collection or the reliable protection of a ONE® condom, our goal is to empower individuals to take control of their health with pride rather than fear.


What’s Next for Shanée?


While we are buzzing about the ONE® Unity Collection launch, Shanée is busy carving out creative corners in her local community!



What are you working on at the moment?

“I’m building out STUDIO1514 – my creative space in Brooklyn – while continuing client work and developing more personal pieces. Also exploring more storytelling formats beyond static art.”

Are there any events or shows you're participating in this spring or summer that you'd like to tell people about?

“I’m hosting a series of dinners, art nights, and cultural programming at STUDIO1514… more intimate, community-driven experiences. Less ‘event,’ more feeling.”

Where can people follow you online and find your work?


Join the Movement


The partnership between ONE® and Shanée is a testament to what happens when we stop treating sexual health as a chore and start treating it as an expression of care. As we celebrate Pride in 2026, we invite you to explore the ONE® Unity collection and join the conversation. Art has the power to change the world, one wrapper at a time.

Do you have a vision you want to share? Our Art of ONE® program is always looking for fresh perspectives. Whether you’re an established illustrator or an emerging creator, we want to see your work:


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