Wuna grew up surrounded by nature, in a deeply rural environment where nothing seemed to predispose her to becoming the graffiti artist she is today—an art form intrinsically tied to urban space. Yet it only took a spark, decisive encounters, and a strong force of character for her commitment, motivation, and instinct for freedom to emerge, in service of a Culture lived intensely, authentically, and without compromise.
Her journey speaks for itself: jams across all four corners of the globe, legitimacy earned through every battle won, and membership in several renowned crews—confirming a talent recognized on the international scene.
Through surfaces and experiences, her style and technique have evolved and matured. Wuna leaves a lasting impression through her creativity, boldness, and natural ability to command space, light, and colour. The originality of her compositions reflects the core pillars of her universe: a deep connection to the animal world and nature; the spirit and values of Hip Hop; dance, whose movement and flow permeate each of her pieces; and travel, driven by a constant need for escape and new horizons.
It is impossible to overlook her commitment, contagious energy, and positive spirit as she lights up the events she takes part in. Wuna embodies a force of will, courage, and dynamism that inspires and drives others forward, fueled by an unwavering determination to become who she has chosen to be.
Today, she stands as one of the major figures in international graffiti. Yet she continues to evolve with humility, cultivating what drives her with authenticity and sincerity, project after project, guided by a constant desire for growth, sharing, and self-transcendence.
-Written by Hest 1, Artistic partner and companion
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Which ’hood are you in?
I now live between France and Canada, but when I’m in Montreal, I stay in Rosemont, and I also spend a lot of time in the Plateau, where I love wandering through the back alleys.
What do you do?
I have several activities in my life, but the most important one is my practice of graffiti and illustration. I have always loved drawing, and since I also enjoy being outdoors and spending time with friends, graffiti naturally imposed itself as an obvious choice: it allows me to be outside, to paint on large surfaces, and to create collective murals with friends. Today, my practice has become professional, and I create murals for private clients as well as for companies, while also producing illustrations.
What are you currently working on?
At the moment, I’m working on sketches for a mural project in Martinique for the Artmada festival. I’m also preparing two bridge facades that I will paint in the spring for the street art festival in Laon, France. And whenever I have some free time, I try to work on my prints and canvas projects and go paint in different cities with friends.
Where can we find your work?
There are still a few left in the streets of Montreal if you keep your eyes open, but you can also follow my work on Instagram and my Facebook page.
