Xvala courted controversy last week by announcing plans to display the explicit images as part of his upcoming No Delete show at the Cory Allen Contemporary Art (Caca) gallery in St Petersburg, Florida.
But both Xvala and arthouse bosses have since had a change of heart after becoming aware of online petitions urging them not to include the hacked snaps in the show, reported Ace Showbiz.
"It was inspiring to see people take action through a petition, signing their name and not just commenting on a thread," Caca's Cory Allen said.
The artist now plans to use his own nude shots for the October exhibit.
Representatives for Lawrence and Upton called in authorities to deal with the breach of privacy and FBI agents are currently investigating the case.
