A Feast of Threads: Mulyana’s Playful Bites at Dia.Lo.Gue Artspace
Bandung-based artist Mulyana, better known as Mang Moel, brings his signature modular knitting and crochet techniques to the theme of food in his exhibition Food Monster: Playful Bites at Dia.Lo.Gue Artspace, Jakarta, running from 1 October to 31 December 2025. For over a decade, Mang Moel has been transforming yarn into imaginative, tactile worlds through
The Papandayan Jazz Fest 2025 Celebrates a Decade of Harmony and Cultural Resonance
Bandung’s creative energy has never dulled and once again, it has staked its claim as a cultural force with the closing of The Papandayan Jazz Fest (TPJF) 2025 on 5 October. Over two days at The Papandayan Hotel, from 4 to 5 October, the festival marked its tenth year with the theme A Culture Resonance,
Edible Dreams: Mulyana (Mang Moel) Presents a Feast of Imagination at ARTOTEL Thamrin Jakarta
In Jakarta, culinary traditions and contemporary art often run on parallel tracks, and no one evokes this in their artwork as best as artist Mulyana, or better known as Mang Moel. In his latest ‘Edible Dreams’ exhibition at ARTOTEL Thamrin Jakarta, Mang Moel brings them together in an installation that transforms food into a language
ASHTA and 13 Female Artists Present Brushstrokes of Hope in Support of Breast Cancer Prevention
As breast cancer remains one of Indonesian women’s most pressing health issues, ASRI through ASHTA District 8 collaborated with Lovepink and supported by Wardah to present Brushstrokes of Hope: an art exhibition that expresses solidarity for breast cancer survivors and the surrounding community. Starting 22 September 2025, Brushstrokes of Hope will showcase a series of
Jakarta Concert Orchestra Once Again Presents A Symphony of Emotions: Joy & Sorrow
The Jakarta Concert Orchestra – with Avip Priatna as conductor and featuring Ania Druml (Austria) on cello – will once again present works from the 19th century in A Symphony of Emotions: Joy & Sorrow. These range from the joyous Overture of *Die Fledermaus by Strauss II, to the warmth and longing of Cello Concerto
JICAF 2025 Officially Opens Doors For Indonesian Illustration On The Global Stage
The Jakarta Illustration & Creative Arts Fair (JICAF) officially opened on Thursday, 18 September 2025, at The Space, Senayan City, marking its third edition under the New Heights theme. This year’s event – JICAF 2025 – runs until 5 October, featuring more than 100 artists from 25 countries. As Indonesia’s largest illustration art platform, JICAF
Indonesia Design Week (IDW) 2025 Celebrates Creativity, Innovation & Collaboration
Indonesia Design Week (IDW), the flagship event of Indonesia Design District (IDD) PIK2, celebrates the world of design from 12 to 20 September 2025. As Indonesia’s largest design and furniture centre, IDD’s vision is to catalyse IDW 2025 beyond a commercial retail destination into an inclusive hotspot for designers, architects, and creative communities at large.
Meet the Makers: Food Edition
Developing alongside Indonesia’s burgeoning culinary industry are the country’s food producers. With consumers becoming increasingly conscious of where their food comes from, locally produced goods are gaining popularity, with qualities rising enough to pique the interest of premium hospitality venues and even overseas interest. Two unique brands are shifting the status of Indonesian produce, one
Ki.Basic: Carrying Culture, Weaving Meaning
From its indigenous roots to its transformation into a contemporary fashion statement, the noken is more than just a bag. In the hands of Ki.Basic, this traditional woven bag from Papua has evolved into a stylish and meaningful fashion item that invites modern consumers to experience the cultural journey and philosophy behind each piece. Photos
Life Bursts in ‘A Gentle Eruption’ by Carissa Finneren
In her debut solo work titled “A Gentle Eruption,” Carissa Finneren writes through the in-between, where memory and emotion quietly unravel in the search for home. It often starts with a memory. Something small, like a popsicle dripping down your fingers, the lowing of cows in the neighbourhood, or the sand between your toes on
The 100% Manusia Film Festival 2025 Inspires Empowerment from Ripples to Waves of Change
The 100 % Manusia Film Festival returns on September 4–14, 2025 in Jakarta and Yogyakarta with the theme “Empowerment.” Now in its 9th edition, the festival celebrates 11 incredible days, with 9 fringe programs across 7 screening venues in 2 cities. The festival will open with the Austrian drama How To Be Normal and The
Wirantawan: Art As a Search For Oneness
Article by Jean Couteau | Read his other articles in NOW! Bali A very interesting exhibition has recently been held at the Bentara Budaya, Jakarta, between May 28 and June 8, showing the works of the Balinese artist Putu Wirantawan. When gazing upon Wirantawan’s work, one is immediately struck—if not utterly overwhelmed—by elements that feel
Witness BALLET SOUNDTRACK SHOW: Where Ballet Meets Cinema to the Power of Live Orchestra
On 30 August, step into a world where the greatest cinematic scores transform into breathtaking neoclassical ballet. BALLET SOUNDTRACK SHOW is an immersive evening of movement, music, and emotion performed by world-class dancers and accompanied by a full live symphony orchestra at the Jakarta Concert Hall. The concert is split into two time intervals: 3
