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A look at Betawi culture, and how cultural and heritage tourism is important to help reinforce an identity. Lenggang Nyari Folk Dance with traditional ensamble music named Tanjidor. Photo courtesy of Jakarta Tourism/NOWJAKARTA Thanks to rapid urbanisation, Jakarta has grown to a densely populated global city constantly welcoming more newcomers and expatriates. In light of

Although his contemporary work are recognised as local and international art assets, Eko Nugroho never forget Yogyakarta, the home that inspired him so. Having been working on contemporary arts for more than 20 years, Eko Nugroho has earned his place among other prominent contemporary artists. Photo courtesy of Studio Eko Nugroho/NOWJAKARTA Eko Nugroho is a prominent

Every August, for the past three years, the art collection of Indonesia’s Presidential Palaces, has been on display at the Galeri Nasional Indonesia for the public to enjoy.  Memanah by Heng Ngantung The collection has been heavily based the collection of the first President, Sukarno. While only a limited number has been shown, the collection

None can argue that the right type of art exudes luxury. Check out some of these treasured artworks found within luxury properties in Jakarta to satisfy your inner artistic lust. Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta The Right Decision I Made Hantaguna, foyer area level 3 Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta Taste of Indulgence Diana P.Roeayyah, main counter

Art is often perceived to be inaccessible to the masses, only available to a privileged few to enjoy. But is that still the case in 2019? What about those looking to embrace their inner creativity? NOW! Jakarta spoke to three artistic communities that are gaining popularity within their respective medium to emphasise that everyone with

Presented by Ciputra Artpreneur, I La Galigo is a world-class colossal performance promoting cultural arts from the archipelago to the community, especially the young generation Photo by Ciputra Artpreneur/NOWJAKARTA I La Galigo had been performed in some of the world’s prestigious stages since 2004. It premiered at the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Singapore,

Mostly thanks to social media, there seems to be an increase in the demand for contemporary art in the recent decade in Jakarta. But is there any downside to this? And does the government share the same enthusiasm? In recent years, art has been thriving in Jakarta. Every year for the last couple of years,

ruangrupa has been appointed to curate one of the world’s most prestigious art exhibitions in 2022 in the city of Kassel, Germany. Ruangrupa – an Indonesian-based collective art initiative established in 2000 by a group of artists in Jakarta. Photos by Goethe-Institut Jakarta, Jin Panji Gudskul/NOWJAKARTA Documenta has written art history, both in Germany and