Renowned Indonesian artist -  Ekwan Marianto - you might be familiar with few of his artworks since some were on  display in our space in early this year:
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During the March showcase we had a program of having guests voting for their favorite pieces, and Ekwan claimed the most votes.



Ekwan is currently working on pieces with figures that reappear in several paintings - we call him a gingerbread man - ;





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They are very visually catchy, and we know that you'll want to see more of this series ( there are approximately 8 ).But the paintings are to be unveiled in around March 2010, and request to reserve these paintings will not be entertained, possibly not until January 2010!! ;)In a meantime, we'll be delivering you the update for more of our artists' progresses!
 
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Among other artworks of wide variety, from traditional Balinese art to Asian pop art, Kenyem's art work has been auctioned at Larasati last week. (so was the artist whose work will be featured in our next coming up showcase..)
*lots can be checked on www.larasati.com
Auction is always great to nurture your arty mind to check the art scene and its market, even though it might be rather tough to sit for long hours.  Just like other several auctions earlier this month, Larasati was as much enjoyable and so was its atmosphere.  The place is set up in the warehouse space, but the inside is a very chic nice gallery - just like an arty space you imagine or seen in NYC-,  and you'll be literally sitting at an auction surrounded by the artworks.
Speaking of the space, we've rearranged the Kenyem's paintings in the gallery. So please do drop by to check it out!

 
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Thank you very much for those who joined us on the opening of solo exhibition by I Nyoman Sujana Kenyem.Wewere really pleased with well numbered attendance despite the opening had to be rescheduled in mid week.  We really appreciate your supportand we hope you enjoyed the night.


On the opening day, we had surprise attendance by artist as well, which was very fortunate as some of us - of coursemay have had lots to ask about his paintings.  The observation andanalysis of artworks may be always written anyhow, but couldn't be better if you could just have a nice little conversation about concept with the artist. 

As for the exhibition, it is still running throughout the month, so even if your favorite piece may have been reserved and sold already, it would still be nice to swing by and have a look at works by Kenyem. We're pretty sure his artworks are very pleasants and soothing to your eyes especially if you've been work hard in the office facing computers all day...

The pictured blue painting is titled Semusim, and was favorite of one of the guests at the opening night.  She kept on going back to the painting and told us that she wanted to put it up on the wall just above her bed.  So here's one idea already, and we couldn't agree more that his painting is very relaxing.  Couldn't we say more that we probably have the most calming working space right now...

Lastly, if you have any feedback for our opening reception night, we'll be happy to hear them; suggestions, questions, etc will be appreciated.

Sampai kali lain! (see you next time!)