Summary
  • Graff For Nation 2.0 gathered 24 graffiti artists from six countries.
  • The three-day event transformed KotaJail into a creative urban arts space.
  • Activities included live graffiti, exhibitions, workshops and a creative marketplace.

JOHOR BAHRU, October 8 — Graff For Nation 2.0 brought together 24 graffiti artists from Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand and Italy at KotaJail in Johor Bahru.

Organised by the National Art Gallery with support from the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry, the three-day programme centred on transforming underused spaces through art.

Its main event, “Break The Wall,” featured artists creating live graffiti under the theme “Greeting Malaysia.” The programme also included children’s workshops, skateboarding, BMX and art talks.

A marketplace featuring 30 young entrepreneurs and local designers, combining urban culture with tourism and community engagement.