Who are the Artists
Collectives made up of extended families craft the statues, with skills passed down from craftsman to apprentice. Their temples are the focal point of the community inspiring the artists with their iconography.
From learning the art of design to the casting of the metal, to the hand finishing of the statues, the craftsmen develop their skills as a group.
Born in Java in 1974 Elyezer is inspired by the celebration of the faith
he grew up around – in particular the ceremonies, with their colourful vibrancy, that were part of his rural village life during his childhood.
Self taught, Elyezer started exhibiting in 1998 and has since won awards in both Bali and Java. His exploration of the image of Buddha has become his trademark style. The series of artworks featured on this site utilises the technique of mixing sand into the paint to enhance a 3D effect.
Each picture is hand-made; Elyezer reproduces a number of paintings of each image.
Balinese artist Suastika born in 1971, has developed his style by tuning into the energy – having studied Dynamic Meditation with spiritual teacher Ratu Bagus since his early twenties Suastika is an accomplished meditation student, his painting is inspired by his visions.
Using a variety of techniques and materials, his art often depicts the world through an astral perspective, sometimes using spiritual symbols.
With a growing Western following Suastika’s paintings have become popular for their ability to connect the viewer to an experience beyond
the real.