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Ketut Sedana, an artist based in Bali has been exploring arts since 2015. His first serious attempt with art started when he first joined Bali based Calligraphy community called Baligrafi. While deepening his skill with calligraphy he also began exploring numerous art styles such as; collage, installation art and pop art. He then, began to be even more explorative by incorporating various art styles and discipline into his style not to mention; music, performance art, automotive and visual mapping. His distinctive art style involves the play of vibrant color from pop arts to dynamic brush strokes, shapes and symbolism that represent Balinese philosophy.
Our collaboration art piece with Sedana titled “Nandurin Karang Awak” or Planting One’s Own Field is inspired by Ida Pedanda Made Sidemen’s poem “Selampah Laku” which derived from Balinese words “to plant, field & self,” symbolizing the cultivation of one’s inner being. Through reflection on his creative journey and life’s interactions, Ketut uses this metaphor to examine his responsibilities amidst the rapid changes in Bali. Overdevelopment, land disputes, and uncontrolled population growth threaten Bali’s Taksu or spiritual essence. Once renowned for its natural beauty and cultural wisdom, today, Bali faces significant challenges to its identity, much like an old tree that is dry and leafless—its energy is great, however it is beginning to lose its vitality. Ketut expresses this concept using traditional textile patterns from regions across Indonesia, such as batik and woven designs. His fascination with textiles began with gifts from traveling relatives, sparking curiosity about their motifs, processes, and philosophical meanings. These designs carry ancestral wisdom, urging virtuous living within the microcosm of life. Textile references include motifs such as Wonga (Flores), Nago Besaung (Palembang), Parang Kusumo (Java), Gorga (Batak), amongst other patterns from Eastern Indonesia.
This exhibition serves as social commentary and a call to action for preserving Bali’s cultural and environmental sustainability. Ketut hopes it inspires both himself and the audience to cultivate inner values, honors the land, and reconnect with their roots.
Through this collaboration we want to invite fellow, artist, art lovers, local creatives and everyone in general to witness our first collaboration, a commemoration for Curative’s creative journey. From a tiny store in the midst of Jalan Hanoman, now we want to showcase our newest concept as a “Studio Shop” whichfeatures a compact area for art displays, showcasing seasonal artisan creations directly from the studio, alongside a retail section presenting products by local brands and designers. The goal of our studio shop is to bring together artists, art lovers, and communities to appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of creatively inspired goods from Indonesia, allowing them to own and share these treasures with loved ones.
Our first collaborative exhibition is now open.
Curative Studio Shop.
Jalan Hanoman 24 Ubud.
www.curative.id