Museums, arts and crafts (page 2)
Museums, exhibitions, batik, ikat and wayang puppets.
Lok Bon Bon Gets New Life: Jakarta, West Java
Thursday was no typical working day for the dozen or so workers at state train operator PT Kereta Api's (PT KA) garage, Balai Yasa , in South Jakarta's Manggarai . "Ready..
Natural Materials Exhibition: Jakarta, West Java
You probably throw away a durian skin after savoring its sweet flesh. What on earth is it for? For Rudi Corens , however, it has a creative utility.
Nostalgia Exhibition: Ubud, Bali
Two Balinese artists look home with Nostalgia through the easels of a craft they mastered in Yogyakarta . Leaving has changed them, and they know they can never return to the Bali of their youth.
Silent Tales Exhibition: Yogyakarta, Central Java
A car sits on a rail reminiscent of bygone sugarcane trains. But instead of sugarcane, it carries a pile of arms, hands, legs and feet.
Two Women Exhibition: Jimbaran, Bali
Two Women , an exhibition of art by Yasco Kanehira and Yenny Yohan , opened at Ganesha Gallery , Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay on April 30. The exhibition is due to run through May 31.
Cement Bag Fashion
Cement sacks are hardly inspiring, but a group of Indonesian women are turning the bags into fashionable handbags and mats to help eke out a living.
Book Review: Grand Batik Interiors
Many books have been written about batik, but Grand Batik Interiors is arguably the first that highlights the debut of batik into the world of interior design, presenting a fresh new perspective on…
Bank Indonesia Museum Restoration: Jakarta, West Java
Restoring historically protected heritage buildings is often compared with applying theater make-up to an aging but ever-so elegant actress.
Mahendra Mangku Exhibition: Sanur Bali
Mahendra Mangku loves challenges. He yearns for struggles. Life has always been a struggle for him.
Affandi Celebrations: Yogyakarta, Central Java
Not far from the airport, as you head into the centre of town, you cannot miss the home of Affandi ; the internationally renowned artist and a legend in Indonesia .
Eroticism of Life: Bali
For more conservative art lovers, the painting would surely -- and perhaps furiously -- be nominated as the ultimate testament to the infantile shallowness and disturbing carnality of Balinese…
Weaving in Klaten: Yogyakarta, Central Java
Pedan is a small village in Klaten regency, Central Java , about an hour's drive southwest of Surakarta .
Prehistoric Fossil Found: Sangiran, Central Java
The fossil of a prehistoric crocodile has been found at the Sangiran site in Saragen , Central Java , by a local resident.
Manuscript Exhibit at Sampoerna Gallery: Surabaya, East Java
Legends in Java are steeped in mysticism. If you are visiting Surabaya at the moment then you will be able to see an excellent exhibition.
Unesco Hold Expo on Borobudur Temple: Yogyakarta, Central Java
Indonesia`s Cultural and Tourism Ministry and The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) organized a visual art exhibition entitled ` The Thousand Mysteries of…
Ugo Unveils Blood-Stained Exhibition: National Gallery, Jakarta
The invitation to Ugo Untoro's solo exhibition at the National Gallery could have stirred the recipient with horror or disgust, but could also have provoked a sense of curiosity.
Rio Helmi - Artistic Genius: Indonesia
Rio Helmi has been capturing images of Asia since 1978, constantly adding to a richly textured portolio that celebrates the region’s people and places, contemporary lifestyles and Mahayana Buddhism .
World Batik Record: Pekalongan, Central Java
Pekalongan is one of the main centres for Batik on the island of Java . It is an important textile centre famed for its hand-waxed and stamp-printed batik using distinct motifs ( pola ).
Indonesia Expands Furniture Export Industry
Indonesia has one of the largest furniture export industries in the world. Based on Indonesian statistics, Maskayu bulletin estimates that the Indonesian furniture sector comprises more than 3,500…
Tumpek Wayang: Bali
Today in Bali is Tumpek Wayang , also known as Tumpek Ringgit . It is a Kajeng Kaliwon and is of particular importance.
Historical City Hall: Jakarta, West Java
Jakarta has always fascinated me with its stunning old Dutch architecture and the many buildings dating from the Dutch colonisation of Indonesia . One such building is City Hall located on Jl.
Mitra Bali Foundation: Bali
I subscribe to several monthly magazines and one of them is New Internationalist . Along with the magazine when it’s delivered is always a copy of the Fair Trade Catalogue.
Craft Design in Bali
Handicrafts in Bali are plentiful but to find that special piece is sometimes extremely hard.
Asmat Carvers: Jayapura, Papua
In the Papua province of Indonesia is an ethnic group known as the Asmat . They are renowned for their vibrant woodcarving traditions and their art is sought by collectors worldwide.
Batik Manufacturers Fined: Denpasar, Bali
In a world of growing free trade and globalisation it is always the smaller enterprises that are swallowed up and spat out.
Mask Exhibition: Kubu Bingin Art Kampong, Ubud, Bali
At a mask exhibition at the Kubu Bingin Art Kampong , Ubud , Bali , between February 24 and July 22, at least 138 masks--originating from Bali, Lombok, Modang, Bahao, Kenyah (Kalimantan), Madura,…
Maritime Museum: Jakarta, West Java
There are a multitude of museums in Jakarta and all well worth a visit. One such museum is the Maritime Museum , also known as Museum Bahari .
Empu Tantular Museum: Surabaya, East Java
Surabaya is a major industrial and commercial centre on the island of Java and has numerous places and attractions for visitors.
The Kraton Batik: Yogyakarta, Central Java
When I was in Yogyakarta recently, my wife Candika and I visited the Kraton , or Sultan’s Palace , mainly out of curiosity as it had been a year since I was last there, and besides, I wanted to view…
Museums in West Jakarta
Jakarta is such an interesting city and a great place to explore. Not only does the city have a great nightlife and restorans, it also has beautifully constructed and historical buildings scattered…
Investing in a Kris: Indonesia
Investing in property, precious metals or even the stock market can provide you with a comfortable income.
Central Jakarta Museums
Here are a few more museums that I found extremely interesting but this time in Central Jakarta. National Museum , Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat No. 12, Central Jakarta Tel.
Buffalo-Horn Craftsman: Kotagede, Yogyakarta, Central Java
Whenever you visit Yogyakarta then it is well worth a visit to Kotagede , a 45 minute drive from the centre of town.
Museums – Taman Mini Indonesia Indah: Jakarta, West Java
It is said that if you visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah in Jakarta, then you can see the whole of Indonesia in one day. What I like about the place is all the museums within the grounds.
Jogja Gallery Announces Art Contest: Yogyakarta, Central Java
I often refer to Yogyakarta as the cultural centre of Indonesia , and, although a lot of people disagree with me, it is a city of the arts with numerous galleries and museums as well as regular…
'Body Double' Exhibition in Kerobokan: Bali
Wherever I am in Indonesia , if I am near an art gallery or museum, then that’s where you’ll find me. Unfortunately, my wife Candika does not share my passion!.
Batik in Semarang: Central Java
It is often said that you can tell where a person in Java originates from by the batik they wear. That is, the pola , or pattern on the cloth. Each major city in Java has its own design.
Elderly Learn Batik-Making: Semarang, Central Java
There seems to be a stigma that when you reach the elder years and your body won’t do what you want it to, then, you are considered a right-off !. Such crap seems not to be the case in Semarang.
Creating Handicrafts from Firewood: Purwokerto, Central Java
I will always be fascinated by the humungous amount of creative talent across the archipelago. Craftsmen and women can create beautiful objects from the simplest of materials and then sell them on.
Wayang Topeng: Indonesia
I was trolling the net the other night and came across a fabulous site, the Field Museum . They have a brilliant collection of Topeng photographs.
Famous Artists of the World Exhibition – National Gallery: Jakarta
Jakarta is without a doubt the city with the most museums and galleries in Indonesia .
Textiles Produced in Bali
Indonesians are renowned the world over for their textiles . In Bali , the Balinese produce textiles for a variety of markets and, one of them the tourist trade.
Blangkon Craftsmen: Yogyakarta, Central Java
You can walk down the main street of Yogyakarta and buy one of the Javanese headdresses known as Blangkon off any one of the numerous kaki lima that have stalls along the road.
The Cyber Indonesian Central Bank Museum: West Jakarta
There are literally scores of museums to view when you visit Jakarta , and if you are like me, I tend to visit most of them at least a few times.
Reviving Minang's Old Embroideries: Sumatra
Indonesia's traditional fabrics are being increasingly abandoned for various reasons, including the popular belief that they are less-than trendy attire and the scarcity of such classic cloths.
Kekayon Puppet Museum: Kota Gede, Yogyakarta, Central Java
Located just outside Kota Gede , about 5 klms from Yogyakarta , on Jl. Yogyakarta-Wonosari , the Kekayon Puppet Museum is, without a doubt, Yogyakarta’s finest museum.
Linda Gallery: Jakarta
Linda Gallery Singapore has its roots in Jakarta, where it was first established. It is a proud member of Art Gallery Association of Singapore (AGAS) and has participated actively in Art Singapore…
Museums of Yogyakarta: Central Java
The majority of visitors to Yogyakarta tend to only see the major tourist attractions of Borobudur , Prambanan Complex, the Kraton and Kota Gede .
Nadi Gallery Exhibition: Jakarta
Jakarta is a haven for lovers of the arts with numerous museums , galleries and dance performances .
MONAS – the National Monument: Jakarta, Indonesia
Situated in the centre of Jakarta city is the National Monument , or, MONAS . It is one of several historical monuments to be found in the city and it was erected on 80 hectares of land in Monas…
The Blacksmiths of Sumatra
Whenever I hear about blacksmiths then it always reminds me of the dirty-aproned man belting pieces of metal with a hammer on an anvil in some back hick town in western movies.
Ikat Cloth: Indonesia
On woven fabric, which is made everywhere from Sumatra through the eastern islands, the most characteristic element is the key-shaped figure combined with other geometric figures.
The Sacred Kris: Indonesia
Many of you have seen Kris for sale on the streets of Kuta , or at various ceremonies around Bali .
Taman Mini Indonesia: Jakarta, Indonesia
To the east of Jakarta central, about 18 klms or a 30 min drive, is located the 300 acre extensive park known as Taman Mini (miniature park).
Museums in Kota Semarang: Central Java, Indonesia
During the times I have spent in Semarang I enjoyed walking around the city, the best way to get around and besides, it keeps you healthy. At times, however, there is a need to hop in a Becak .
National Museum: Jakarta, Indonesia
For anyone interested in the cultural and national heritage of Indonesia then the one place worth a visit is the National Museum . It’s located on Jl.