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Wongi Wilson in Taupo


Another mural from Taupo this week. Painted by artist Wongi Wilson this one for Graffiato was part of the Taupo Street Art Festival in 2018. Wongi's interest in graffiti developed at a young age and for over 25 years he has watched the art form grow from virtual non-existence to a blossoming, pervasive creative influence across New Zealand.

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Wongi has played a major role in transformation of graffiti art in Otautahi Christchurch and is synonymous with the rise of street art muralism in the city. From media coverage to featuring in documentaries and various publications as well as festivals, his murals have served to transform walls throughout the city and beyond.


Btw is anyone else having issues with images not showing up on Blogger? It seems one minute photos etc are here and the next they're not. Hopefully it will sort itself out.


Linking up with Mural Monday.

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Tom said…
...I saw some similar style paints this morning. This one pops!
31 May 2021 at 07:30
Martha said…
Nice one and very interesting reading about the artist!
31 May 2021 at 07:53
William Kendall said…
Before the weekend blogger was having issues.

This one doesn't make the transition from graffiti to street art, at least for me.
31 May 2021 at 08:27
Fun60 said…
Not so keen on this one. Reminds me too much of the graffiti tags on trains.
31 May 2021 at 15:06
Bleubeard and Elizabeth said…
I'm also not impressed with this one, although it is colorful.

I had trouble leaving comments, and my photos wouldn't load for two days last week.
31 May 2021 at 15:38
local alien said…
Love the way graffiti has progressed into art and is transforming your towns and cities. Bravo Wongi
31 May 2021 at 18:32
Sami said…
The only problem I have with these graffiti style murals is I can't read what it says :)
Thanks for participating in Monday Murals Amy.
31 May 2021 at 23:36
Bertiebo said…
Graffiti can be art. This one is no langer graffiti
1 June 2021 at 03:37
PerthDailyPhoto said…
It's nicely painted Amy. I missed the blogger probs over the weekend, hope things sort out soon ✨
1 June 2021 at 05:08
Bill said…
Nice street art but hard to read.
2 June 2021 at 06:47
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