The Dancing Masks of the Babukung
Pangkalan Bun in Central Kalimantan is a long way from anywhere. However, as soon as I heard about the Babukung Mask Festival held there every year, I went on the hunt to find out more. Babukung Traditional Mask Festival was held on 17 to 19 July 2018 at Hinang Golloa Stadium, Nanga Bulik, Lamandau Regency, Central
Agus Djaya: Once Victorious, Later Neglected
In 1947, two Indonesian painters— siblings Agus and Otto Djaya—arrived in the Netherlands. To place this in context, we have to remember that while Indonesia had proclaimed Independence on 17 August 1945, not long thereafter the Dutch military with the support of Allied Forces returned to reclaim sovereignty over their former colony. They forced the Indonesian
Anne Marie, Slot Machine, Alan Walker, Stray Kids, and Tulus Get Closer to Fans at Spotify On Stage 2018
The second annual Spotify On Stage event on 12 October at Jakarta International Expo saw more than 7,000 fans gather in one spot to watch their favourite Spotify artists perform live. Sponsored by OPPO and Coca-Cola, the concert featured five artists with a huge fan base in Indonesia. South Korean boyband Stray Kids performed at
“Wave of Tomorrow” Exhibit Combines Art and Technology
New media art has progressed over the past couple of years as technology has helped artists take their work to another level. The “Wave of Tomorrow” exhibition at The Tribrata Building Jakarta features interactive art installations where technology is part of the creative process. ‘Constellation Neverland” by Sembilan Matahari at Wave of Tomorrow Exhibition. Photos by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA The collaboration between Level7 and Bale Project has
At “Principal on the Threshold” Exhibit, A Defiance of Stigma and Prejudice
Artists with disabilities, both from Indonesia and abroad, displayed their work at the National Gallery in an exhibit titled, “Pokok di Ambang Batas”. Held from 12 to 29 October, the exhibit—“Principal on the Threshold”— was part of the British Council’s Bebas Batas (Borderless) Festival. Held from 12 to 29 October, the exhibit—“Principal on the Threshold”—
Kandura: Shaping the Modern Kenduri
In 2005, three recent graduates of Bandung’s Institute of Technology Arts and Design Faculty started a venture which they called Kandura. Tisa Granicia and Bathsebha Satyaalangghya (Ghia) both majored in Ceramic Arts, while Fauzy Prasetya majored in Product Design. A few years later, they added Nuri Fatimah, who has a Textile Crafts background, as a
Kenny G Concert in Jakarta: A Night of Nostalgia
American Saxophonist Kenneth Bruce Gorelick, popularly known as Kenny G, sparked much excitement on stage during his “One Night Only” concert in Jakarta on 6 Nov. The 62-year old instrumentalist began his Southeast Asian tour in Jakarta with a magnetising performance which transcended his multi-generation fan base. Kenny G sparked much excitement on stage during
Two Bandung-Based Artists Showcase Hybrid Contemporary Works at INTERLUDE Exhibition
Bandung-based artists Yogie A Ginanjar and Erwin Windu Pranata displayed their work at Interlude Exhibition held at Pullman Jakarta Central Park. Their work depicts distinctive creations of contemporary movements. Installed at the hotel’s ground floor, INTERLUDE art exhibition by Pullman Jakarta Central Park is open to the public until 24 November. Photo courtesy of Pullman Jakarta Central Park/NOW!JAKARTA The hotel’s annual
Indonesian artist Suvi Wahyudianto Wins UOB Painting of the Year 2018 for his representation of the Sampit Massacre
This year’s UOB painting of the Year was awarded to Indonesian artist Suwi Wahyudianto. His painting focused on the 2001 tribal conflict in Central Kalimantan. Wahyudianto’s works are on display along with other Southeast Asia finalists at UOB Art Gallery, UOB Plaza I at 80 Raffles Place, Singapore until 28 February 2019. Photo by Rintang Azhar/NOW!JAKARTA Wahyudianto’s painting, created using mixed
Indonesia Contemporary Art and Design Exhibition 2018 Explores the Power of Stories
Stories are often associated with verbal narratives, but the 2018 Indonesian Contemporary Art and Design (ICAD) came up with a different approach. It offered a visual experience, using illustrations depicting the human experience. the ICAD’s latest exhibit, “Kisah” (Story), featured 39 artists who showcased their works in a six week-long exhibit at Grand Kemang Hotel, Jakarta. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA In its ninth year,
Promoting Tolerance through Film: A Conversation with Monique Rijkers
The third annual Tolerance Film Festival featured varied perspectives on dealing with social issues and tolerance around the world. NOW! Jakarta spoke to Festival Founder Monique Rijkers about tolerance and this year’s films. The initiator of Tolerance Film Festival, Monique Rijkers (middle) tooke a photo with audience who visited the film festival at Institut Français d'Indonésie
Inside the Recently Renovated Erasmus Huis
There is only one Dutch Cultural Centre: the Erasmus Huis worldwide, and it’s in Jakarta. Named after the great philosopher and thinker Desiderius Erasmus (1466-1536), the Dutch heritage house recently underwent a facelift and reopened to the public on 23 November. Launching party for re-opening Dutch cultural centre Erasmus Huis in Jakarta after the building
Modern Scandinavian: Hay and Montana’s Designs Showcased at Danish Ambassador’s Residence
The Danish Ambassador, H.E. Rasmus Kristensen, hosted guests at a reception at the official residence on 11 December. At the event, representatives from Danish furniture companies Hay and Montana featured their products in the living room of the residence. Hay and Montana’s Designs Showcased at Danish Ambassador’s Residence in Jakarta. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA Entirely
