Name
Historical Graffiti in Korea II
Description
First graffiti piece of 2023. I chose a simple color that truly represents my name, painting on a concrete wall facing the Han River. The wall rarely draws attention, but when the light hits the south-facing side, the work stands out just right.
Exterior Spraypaint, Seongsu, Seoul, 2023
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# [WEZT]
Although Lee Seok-Kyu (aka WEZT) is certainly a graffiti artist, he prefers to think of himself as a “Wall Explorer,” a man of global taste. After “exploring walls” (ahem, painting) in over 30 countries and collaborating with world famous megastars and brands such as BLACKPINK, J-Hope (of BTS), KIA Motors, Samsung, and KG Mobility Tivoli, we say he’s earned the title.
And at the same time, nobody can say he sold out. Inspired by contemporary internet memes and comic-book characters, WEZT’s distinct bubble letters harken back to the old-school graffiti greats, which he harnesses enthusiastically. Due to the raw nature of his work and the clear respect he pays to the past, he is a rare breed of graffiti artist that is well-respected by casual pedestrians and graffiti aficionados alike, especially in his native city of Seoul. WEZT is currently a member of the graffiti crews BAMC and SKA (based in LA).
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