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The Matriarch

The Matriarch

The Matriarch is a literary work by Kartini Sjahrir that reflects on women who lead with wisdom, compassion, and moral courage. Through the character of Marian, Kartini explores the role of women ...

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Alih

Alih

“Alih” Prints Edition explores that life is a constant change, and nothing is permanent. Our experiences consist of ups and downs, filled with dark and light emotions. Each moment is as valuable a...

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Seruni

Seruni

I wanted to reframe the chrysanthemum as a cross-cultural symbol that connects stories from Java and the world. In both Europe and Asia, chrysanthemums are associated with hope and prosperity, oft...

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Mangkok

Mangkok

The “Mangkok” Prints Edition is part of the “Made in Java” collection’s visual exploration of simple everyday objects that are deeply intertwined with our cultural identity in Southeast Asia. While...

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Bungaku

Bungaku

The “Bungaku” Prints Edition is part of a visual exploration to reclaim cultural identity by revisiting Indonesia’s national flower, the Rafflesia Arnoldii. This rare species is often celebrated fo...

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Seedpod

Seedpod

I became fascinated by the “seedpod” [lotus seed] while observing it floating on the water’s surface. Its perforated form seemed to hold traces of lives that had passed, reminding me of Derrida’s c...

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Pos Udara

Pos Udara

I used to write lots of letters as a way of understanding how my perception of myself relates to my view of the outside world. This fascination towards the poetry of epistolary is not just about re...

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Senja

Senja

Having a journal from 1997, since I was 23, helps me reflect. Growing up, I experienced dreams, and these visions would come to reality.

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Made in Java

Made in Java

Since childhood, I have had a deep appreciation for postal correspondence. This inspired me to collect postage stamps and vintage labels. I found their nostalgic charms intriguing.

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