“Indonesian Arts Exhibition, First Among Equal” was the first art exhibition held in the industrial estate of Cikarang. It was launched by the Jababeka Group.  Photo courtesy of Indonesian Arts Exhibition/NOW!JAKARTA Held at Jababeka Convention Center from January 17 to 21, the exhibition showcased more than 70 paintings from Indonesia’s maestros from the 19th century, such

In Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s most famous play “Faust”, the title character desperately wants to “understand whatever binds the world’s innermost core together”.  Vanessa van Houten’s project here*now explores the depth of inner beauty through photography. Photos courtesy of Vanessa van Houten & Erica Knecht/NOW!JAKARTA Similarly, German-American photographer and filmmaker Vanessa van Houten said that “in

Cipta Media Ekspresi is an open call grant by the Ford Foundation in collaboration with Wikimedia Indonesia for women in the field of art and culture, to support and celebrate their cultural diversity and creativity. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Indonesia/NOW!JAKARTA In Indonesia, many women are prevented from working and realising their full creative potential merely because

The temples of Java bear testament to Indonesia’s connection to Hinduism and Buddhism. The intricate carvings on these 9th Century structures convey the various artistic influences of the period. Now among the country’s most visited attractions, these spaces have morphed from places of spiritual worship to destinations with social purpose. But where do we fit

Staged at the lobby of the World Trade Center II building in South Jakarta, the Jakarta-based art consultancy ISA Art Advisory and PT Jakarta Land conducted an art exhibition by American and Indonesian artists Adam de Boer and Jumaldi Alfi, with a highlight on contemporary art and historical art traditions. The exhibition is open to

Martell 300 Tricentenaire in association with Edwin's Gallery has opened the Contemporary Art Exhibition "Medium of Living". An  exquisite art exhibition by 14 Indonesian contemporary artists, it showcases a depth of innovation, freedom, creativity and independence of mind in the exhbit entitled "A Small Universe in the Field of Meaning”. “A Small Universe in the

Indonesia will host the International Monetary Fund – World Bank Group Annual Meetings 2018 in Bali this year. To promote the event, the Indonesian Government has planned art exhibitions in the IMF and World Bank Headquarters in Washington DC. An exhibition of Indonesian Contemporary Art will be installed at the “Gallery” atrium of IMF’s HQ

As part of events commemorating International Women’s Day, academics and gender practioners discuss the challenges of attaining gender equality around the world. Institut Français d’Indonésie (IFI) in collaboration with UN Women Indonesia hosted a seminar on feminism and the history of the women’s rights movement, on 8 March. The event, held at the Institute, was in

In commemoration of world autism awareness day on 2 April, Artotel Jakarta, this month, exhibits a distinctive collective exhibition which features the work of artists with autism. The brush strokes, the colour, and the whole visual idea itself are all manifested in 12 pieces. Bima Arisena Adisoma present himself to explain the meaning behind his

Celebrating indigenous people and culture through dance, music, unity, art and collaboration at the Indigenous Celebration 2018 in May. Various indigeneous tribe will be performaed at the celebration. Photo by David Metcalf/NOW!JAKARTA This May sees the  first ever gathering of indigenous people from around the world in a celebration that honours the wisdom passed down

The annual ballet and contemporary dance competition, Dance Prix Indonesia is back and showcases talented dancers across the region. As an international emerging genre, the fourth edition of Dance Prix Indonesia has invited Italian ballet dancers to hit the stage at the Jakarta Art Building this weekend. A total of 350,000 participants will join the

Foreign traders first arrived in Indonesia for its spices. Over time, the beauty of the landscape, the hospitality of the people, and the diversity of its culture became the focal points of explorers. Thanks to spaces like Bartele Gallery, the link to the country’s past is preserved for the modern generation. Bartele Gallery Jakarta at