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Our Artisans

A 54-year-old painter from a village of artists. He learned to paint at 7 and pursued his passion while working at a nearby villa. Unlike his friends, Nyoman continued painting, inspired by his community’s artistic traditions. Joining Sanggar Seni Pelangi boosted his confidence. Instead of selling through distributors, Nyoman and his friends sold directly to their costumer, allowing them to use better materials and unleash their creativity. Nyoman’s unique paintings gained popularity, and he showcased them in exhibitions, finding joy in sharing his art. Painting isn’t just a hobby for Nyoman; it’s his way of life, and he hopes to preserve the tradition for future generations. 

Born in 1973, I Made Bugur is a prominent figure within the Pelangi Art community in Ubud, Bali. His passion for painting began early in life, nurtured by his surroundings and mentorship from local artists. While traditional Balinese art often depicted rice fields, Bugur’s style diverges, focusing on Balinese traditions and myths with meticulous attention to detail. His journey from homemade canvas to professional exhibitions reflects not just personal growth but also a commitment to elevating fellow artists. Through the Pelangi Art community, Bugur aims to blend tradition with contemporary perspectives, fostering a vibrant artistic scene in Bali and beyond. 

Meet Wayan Suwija that started painting when he was only 5 years old because his friends were doing it too. Although he had to pause to help his family, he came back even stronger in 2022! Now, he’s part of a group called the Sanggar Seni Pelangi. They all help each other and share cool ideas. Wayan’s paintings are super detailed and they show how beautiful Bali is. He even got certificates for his fantastic artwork! Wayan’s story teaches us that if we work hard and never give up, we can make our dreams come true, just like him.
Gede Agus Mahardika is a 41-year-old artist from Bali. He loves painting and learned about it at an art school. Agus is really good at different painting styles, but he likes to make art like young artists do. Even though he’s from a different village, he spends a lot of time in Sayan Baung village with other artists. They have a group called Pelangi Art Community. Agus hangs out there to get better at painting. He enjoys being around other artists and learning from them. Agus is always working hard to make his paintings even better.

A talented painter from Bali named I Wayan Kaler! He was born in 1965 in a special village called Sayan Baung, where lots of painters live. Ever since he was little, he showed a gift for painting and start to sell his painting when he was just 10. He began learning to paint in a style called Young Artist. But guess what? He didn’t stop there! He mixed together the old ways of painting with some new, modern ideas. This made his paintings really special and different from others. He’s super famous now for his unique style!

Meet Likko, a 48-year-old artist from Mas Village in Bali, Indonesia. Likko’s family has been carving wood for a long time, and he learned from his dad when he was 7. Mas Village is famous for wood carving, especially during the time when Indonesia was ruled by the Dutch. It’s known as the “Home of Wood Carvers.” Lots of art shops line the road there. The sculptures made in Mas Village are really popular in places like America and Europe. Likko’s family is part of a tradition that’s been going on for generations, making beautiful things out of wood.
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