ArtSong Duo: A Magical Performance of Mexican-Colombian Artists
The Hispanic heritage is a hybrid form of arts, cultures and music, and the influences of Italian opera and the European piano repertoire have vital impacts on the development of Latin arts and music. A numerous catalogue of works from styles like abstract folklore, experimental, neotypical, neoromantic, expressionist, indigenist, impressionist, serialism, romantic and contemporary are
Indonesian Art and Diplomacy
Indonesian arts remains significant as the gate to national identity, people and its culture. Photos by Rintang Azhar/NOWJAKARTA A look at art collections within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Indonesian Embassies around the world, which are effectively the faces of our nation. In the annals of Indonesian foreign affairs, arts play a significant role
Guide to Art Jakarta 2019
Art Jakarta 2019 is taking place from 30 August to 1 September at Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) Senayan. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA The biggest art fair in Indonesia, Art Jakarta is entering a new era with a new look and better confidence to stimulate homegrown art market through closer engagement within communities in the industry. Taking place from
Finding Market for Special Artists in Indonesia
In the first edition of Outsider Artpreneur, which took place from 27 August to 8 September, Ciputra Artpreneur aims to examine the market for Indonesian special artists. Photo by Rintang Azhar/NOW!JAKARTA Many artists struggle to get recognition from the public eyes due to new names constantly emerging in the art industry today. For disabled artists with
Supercalligraphylistic: The Art of Handwriting
The lost art of handwriting is getting a massive revival thanks to movements like Supercalligraphylistic by Edria Handuran. “Centring on calligraphy art and floral watercolour painting, I found that calligraphy is a powerful tool to convey positive message and encouragements that can impact people.” Edria Handuran, the founder of Supercalligraphylistic. Supercalligraphylistic has been featured in many art journals and
Bartega Studio: Inspiring Creativity through Social Painting
From a discussion about creating a unique and impactful activity in Jakarta, college mate trio Benson Putra, Jazz Pratama and Nadia Daniella conceptualised Bartega Paint & Sip, an artistic platform that combines the love of art and appreciation of good drinks. Trio Benson Putra, Jazz Pratama and Nadia Daniella conceptualised Bartega Paint & Sip, an artistic platform that combines the love
All Night Music and Dancing at We The Fest 2019
With tonnes of people went to the three-day festival, tirelessly dancing to lively music all night, We The Fest 2019 was a glorious success. In between shows, Eats and Beats, the culinary corner at We The Fest 2019 is the destination where people going to fill up their energy. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Offering numerous
Tony Prabowo: Composing through Discipline
Respected Indonesian composer Tony Prabowo told NOW! Jakarta about how he defied his parents to pursue music and the kind of mental discipline necessary to get to where he is. Tony Prabowo, Composer. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Could you tell us about the time when you first realize that music is the calling of your soul? My interest
Indonesian Traditional Dance Party at Festival Bedhayan
Local dancers across Indonesia showcased the reinvention of traditional dance by performing Bedhaya dance at Jakarta Art Building. Bedhayan Festival at Jakarta Art Building was the result of collaboration between Laskar Indonesia Pusaka and Swargaloka Foundation. Photo by Rintang Azhar/NOWJAKARTA The second festival was held with the collaboration between Laskar Indonesia Pusaka and Swargaloka Foundation and
Priyaris Munandar Illustrates the Origin of Globalisation and Historical Routes on His Solo Exhibit at National Gallery
Yogyakarta-based artist Priyaris Munandar knows that he has to deal with facts of history and dare enough to present the annals of ancient trade routes on canvas. His recent solo exhibition at the National Gallery is meant to raise questions, inviting audience to know more about history and travel through time to look closer about
Rony Zakaria Captures Indonesian Beauty
In collaboration with Jakarta International Photo Festival 2019, ARTOTEL Thamrin is holding a solo photography exhibition by young emerging photographer, Rony Zakaria. Titled Men, Mountains, and the Sea, Zakaria captures visual reality which captures strong connection between human and nature in Indonesia. Young emerging photographer Rony Zakaria is collaborating with ARTOTEL Thamrin to hold his
Three Generations of Weavers: Heritage Weaving, Tense Present and Uncertain Future—A Personal Story
When Ice Tede Dara first arrived at the Indonesian Heritage Society for her presentation with Genevieve Duggan, she was, she says, “nervous.” “I don’t speak English very well,” she apologized. Indonesian weaver, Ice Tede Dara. Photo courtesy of The Indonesian Heritage Society/NOW!JAKARTA Never could she have imagined that this place, where she brought to light
Paul Smith, the Director of British Council: Culture Before Politics
Paul Smith, British Council Director. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA British Council Director Paul Smith talks about the future of bilateral relations between the UK and Indonesia. Last year, British Council Indonesia celebrated its 70 years of operation in Indonesia. With a number of programs ranging from art to education, the cultural institution has been strengthening international
