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Jakarta. An aura of excitement can be felt in Dki jakarta these days. Too preparing to celebrate Independence Day, the capital city is also getting fix to host the 2018 Asian Games very soon.

To celebrate these two important occasions, Plaza Indonesia shopping mall presents an fine art exhibition themed "Energi Seni" ("Art Free energy").

"Art is non just about beauty. More importantly, art is almost energy that evokes memories and stiff emotions in viewers. Art besides energizes usa with feelings of love and a new hope," Zamri Mamat, general manager marketing of Plaza Republic of indonesia, said during the exhibition'due south launch on Monday (13/08).

Last year, the mall held a similar exhibition to gloat Indonesia's independence, themed "Menjadi Indonesia" ("Becoming Indonesia").

"Condign Indonesia is actually a theme that will never end," said Dr. Suwarno Wisetrotomo, lecturer at the Indonesian Constitute of Arts in Yogyakarta and curator of both exhibitions.

"We need a lot of energy in becoming Indonesia. And I believe, the biggest, also as the most underestimated source of free energy is art. Through art comes mutual understanding and tolerance, which are very needed for this country to grow and go strong."

This year's exhibition, which runs until Dominicus (xix/08), presents forty works by xviii Indonesian artists of different backgrounds and age groups.

Amid them are famous names such as Djoko Pekik, Butet Kertaradjasa, Heri Dono and Ong Hari Wahyu.

Spirit of the Asian Games

The exhibition opened with an fine art operation past Bambang Heras and Helda Yosiana.

"Republic of indonesia is losing its spirit of togetherness. Only thankfully, the Asian Games has revived it amongst united states of america. I'thou also trying to capture the spirit in our functioning today," Bambang said.

During the show, Helda stood inside an illuminated cubicle made of patently white fabric. As she was slowly dancing to rhythmic instrumental music, Bambang speedily painted her shadows cast on the fabric.

Djoko Pekik, the nearly senior artist participating in the exhibition, presents an oil painting titled "Ditunggu Tambal Ban" ("Tire Repair Store Is Waiting").

"I was imagining that the Asian Games, especially its cycling races, were taking place on the hills and beaches of Yogyakarta," the 82-twelvemonth-old painter said.

"In my imagination, villagers got so excited and wanted to help the bikers by setting up tire repair shops along the route."

Agus Kama Loedin presents a rather somber art installation, "Riwayatku Dulu" ("Onetime Legend").

Made of copper and aluminum, the installation resembles a broken badminton dissonance and shuttlecock.

"Indonesia used to win in nigh every badminton title. It was a thing in the past. I really hope our badminton players tin get champions in this Asian Games," the 56-twelvemonth-old artist said.

Masagoeng captures the energy of a traditional bull race in Padang, West Sumatra, in 2 "Pacu Jawi" oil paintings.

"It's a traditional extreme sport that few people know of," the Purwokerto-born artist said. "The race is usually performed in treacherous knee-deep muddy fields, which ofttimes cause lethal injuries to the riders. Force, agility and bravery are needed to survive and win."

Spirit of Togetherness

Afdhal, an artist from Dumai, Riau, presents a large acrylic-on-canvas painting of national hero Gen. Sudirman.

"I believe the late general, with his heroic selfless deeds, can be a role-model for many of us, particularly in today'due south chaotic political state of affairs," the 37-year-old artist said.

On the i.3 x three-meter painting, the tall and lean general is standing lone on a shore. His lighted figure seems to exist similar a beacon that leads a struggling modest boat in the sea to safety.

A unique artwork is a sofa adorned with colorful prints of cartoonish drawings and uplifting messages.

The installation is a collaboration between father and son, Umbu and Rato Tanggela.

"We believe that the best source of energy is family. At the end of the solar day, when nosotros return dwelling house from our activities and run across with our loved ones, nosotros'll feel recharged. And, we believe, sofa is a perfect symbol for home and family," Rato said.

Erica Hestu Wahyuni presents a cheerful acrylic painting titled "Cultural Diverseness of Indonesia."

In the painting, which fills the entire canvas and its wooden frame, the Yogyakarta-based artist portrays Indonesian people rejoicing in their traditional costumes.

"I believe the cultural diversity of Republic of indonesia is the real free energy behind the country. It's what makes us unique, strong and unbeatable," she said.

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