UOS26 Art Talks
UOS26 Art Talks
Thursday, 4 June
3pm–6pm
📍Shelter Island
Supported by Shelter Island & Rupa Bali
UOS26 Art Talks bring artists, curators, and makers together to share stories, exchange insights, and explore what’s next for Ubud’s dynamic creatives.
Moderated by Savitri Sastrawan, arts and language practitioner.
Recorded for the Rupa Bali Podcast.
This program is free to attend. Talks will be held in a mix of Indonesian and English.
Please join us!
Collectives:
Wayan Suja (Ruang Antara Studio), Made Susanta Dwitanaya (Gurat Institute), Adine Halim (Aharimu at Amaru), and Olen Riyanto (Mabiang Seni)
3pm–3:45pm
Artist collectives and collective spaces from across Ubud gather for a conversation on community, collaboration, and the future of Bali's creative landscape. We'll explore how and why these collectives formed, the role they play in supporting artists, nurturing experimentation, and creating spaces for connection and exchange.
Perempuan Pekerja Seni:
Yessiow, Penawati, and Irene Febry
4pm–4:45pm
This panel celebrates female Indonesian artists working across diverse disciplines and mediums in Bali's contemporary art scene. In this conversation, the artists will reflect on their creative journeys, the inspirations that drew them to the arts, and their perspectives on visibility, representation, and curation as women artists today.
A Working Discussion:
IG Sukarya
5pm–5:45pm
Step into the world of Balinese artist IG Sukarya—creator of the official artwork for Ubud Open Studios 2026.
Watch Sukarya demonstrate his intricate tatahan cutout technique live, transforming cowhide into richly layered works inspired by wayang kulit traditions.
This intimate talk explores the stories, symbols, and cultural heritage woven throughout his practice.