BTS's V will have his graffiti showcased as Korea's representation at the upcoming Meeting of Styles International Graffiti Festival in Taiwan. The official Instagram account for the festival shared an exciting image of V's face, painted by talented Korean graffiti artist Lee Jong Bae, also known as STAZ.
The festival is set to take place from October 18 to 20 in Hualien, Taiwan. Artists from all over the world, including South Korea, China, Japan, Thailand, and even the United States and Europe, will be participating. It’s a huge event for graffiti lovers!
Meeting of Styles is a global network that organizes graffiti festivals in major cities throughout the year. During the festival, artists create their works live and take part in street art activities like dance and DJ battles. Leading up to the event, the artists and their work are introduced through media, with Lee Jong-bae's mural of V featured prominently in the promotional materials.
Lee Jong Bae has been painting BTS members since 2021, with his first mural of V gaining a lot of attention when it appeared on KBS 2TV's The Return of Superman. He expressed his admiration for V, saying, "Among the BTS members, I like V the most; his visuals and voice are amazing, so I pay special attention to the design."
Another artist, Wizzet, also highlighted the importance of capturing V's likeness in his work, stating, "I want to take the wall (that features V) with me. It will eventually disappear, so it feels precious."
V's influence is so vast that he is even featured in a stunning 4-meter-tall mural in Nicaragua. This pop-art-style piece shows V in his signature pose against a bright blue background, created by the artist group Indixilot.
It's clear that V has become a true muse for many artists because of his unique looks and mysterious charm. Painter Shin Sang-cheol created a piece called "Someone's Hero, V," which reimagines historical figures alongside V. Other artists have also expressed their love for V through different styles, showcasing his vibrant features in creative ways.
As V's graffiti takes center stage at this festival, it reflects not only his popularity but also how deeply he inspires artists around the world. It’s exciting to see how his image continues to captivate fans and creators alike!
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