New Art Capture: Museum and Gallery of I Nyoman Warte

Introduction

• Museum and gallery owned by I Nyoman Warte
• Creator of the GWK statue
• Overview of the collection
• Opportunity to meet I Nyoman Warte at the end of the video

Museum Overview

• Name: New Art Wah
• Features a vast collection of artworks
• I Nyoman Warte's collection includes around 400 works, with about 100 on display.
• Admission: 50,000 IDR, open Tuesday - Sunday from 8 AM to 5 PM.

Purpose of the Gallery

• I Nyoman's desire to inspire others to pursue dreams of becoming artists.
• Art as a means to create job opportunities.
• Art is also seen as an investment.
• Importance of understanding the story behind each artwork.

Featured Artworks

Recent Works

• Artwork inspired by Bung Karno related to the new capital (IKN).

GWK Statue

• Height: 121 meters, third tallest statue in the world.
• Made up of 754 pieces shipped from Bandung to Bali.
• Technological advancements in statue creation discussed.

Various Materials Used

• Dominantly metal (iron, steel, copper, brass).
• Avoidance of wood to protect forests.
• 4,000 trees planted by I Nyoman in the area.

Notable Statues

• AGK statue (60 meters tall) in Subang, representing a legend from West Java.
• Techniques for creating large sculptures discussed.

Artistic Techniques and Inspirations

• Use of mixed media in artworks.
• Detailed explanation of sculpture creation processes.
• Example: Apsari sculpture resembling wind and tornado.

Historical Context

• Importance of past events in shaping artwork (e.g., Borobudur).
• Commentary on social issues through art (e.g., polusi, societal problems).

Social Commentary through Art

• Discussion of pieces related to historical events (e.g., "Nightmare" inspired by the 1968 riots).
• Exploration of themes of suffering and women's experiences during turmoil.

Unique Creations

• Innovative use of recycled materials and concepts (e.g., "Oplosan" addressing youth issues).
• Artistic representation of societal challenges.

Gallery Experience

• Division between gallery and museum spaces.
• Description of artworks displayed.
• Engaging with the community through art showcases.

Workshop Insights

• Visit to the workshop area where creations happen.
• Discussion on future projects and scale of works.
• Importance of local production and collaboration in art creation.

Conclusion

• Reflection on the artistic journey of I Nyoman Warte.
• Encouragement for aspiring artists to pursue their passions.
• Insight into the significance of community and cultural expression through art.