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Photo: Darwis Triadi’s “A Portrait of Human Art” exhibition at Sudakara ArtSpace, Bali
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1. DARWIS TRIADI PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION OPENS IN BALI
Where: Sudakara ArtSpace, Sudamala Resort Sanur, Bali
When: 3 September – 3 October 2026. Opening 3 Sept, 3PM
Legendary Indonesian photographer Darwis Triadi presents _“A Portrait of Human Art”_. The exhibition explores individuality, emotion, and the beauty found in each subject through portraits that go beyond the face.
A Photography Workshop with Triadi will also be held on 4 September at 3PM for enthusiasts and creative professionals to learn about visual storytelling and artistic direction.
Sudamala Resorts Commercial Director I Wayan Suwastana said: “Art is not only something to be admired, but it is also something that can inspire, connect, and encourage people to see the world differently”.
2. JIPFEST 2026: PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL ON “RESILIENCE” IN JAKARTA
Where: Taman Ismail Marzuki, Jakarta
When: 11 – 20 September 2026
Jakarta International Photography Festival returns with the theme RESILIENCE.
More than 50 works by artists from 19 countries will be presented across 10 days. The program includes exhibitions, artist talks, workshops, portfolio reviews, and projection nights covering climate change, culture, politics and everyday life.
Free entry: 11–13 September. Paid tickets for 14–20 September.
3. ART & BALI FAIR RETURNS TO NUANU CREATIVE CITY
Where: Nuanu Creative City, Bali
When: 11 – 13 September 2026
The boutique international art fair is back for its 2nd edition. This year features 20 exhibitors in the main section with focus on marketplace and cross-disciplinary dialogue.
Fair Director Kelsang Dolma said the goal is to showcase how contemporary art in the region can meet global standards and build “a fair that is culturally grounded, commercially credible”.
4. ART JAKARTA GARDENS 2026: ART MEETS NATURE
Highlight: Music, performance art, and galleries from across SE Asia
The fair features Indonesian musicians like Ali, The Cottons, Jo Soegono, plus performance pieces Bertemu di Tengah by Sarita Ibnoe and Kisah dari Samudera by Agus Nur Amal PM Toh.
Galleries include Art WeMe Contemporary, Gajah Gallery, plus international representation from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Taipei, and Seoul. The event also offers free workshops on transforming recycled materials into art.
5. INDONESIA DESIGN WEEK 2026 – BIGGEST EDITION YET
Where: PIK & PIK2, Jakarta
When: 18 – 27 September 2026
Theme: Collective Culture. The event expands beyond IDD PIK2 to Batavia PIK, Pantjoran, Central Market, and more.
Major highlight: *SaloneSatellite Permanent Collection Exhibition* from Milan’s Salone del Mobile is presented in Indonesia for the first time, 18 Sept – 18 Oct.
6. “SPLENDOR OF THE MIRRORED SEA” – MACAO CULTURE IN JAKARTA
Where: Jakarta Textile Museum
When: 1 – 27 September 2026, Tue-Sun 9AM-3PM
The exhibition features 7 sections on Macao’s intangible cultural heritage: performing arts, craftsmanship, and Chinese-Western fusion. Includes Cantonese opera performances and live demonstrations.
7. UBUD ART COLLECT 2026 – INTIMATE ART MARKET
Where: Wantilan Ubud, Bali
When: 4 – 6 September 2026
A small-scale art market focused on direct connection between artists and collectors. Features Balinese artists reworking traditions: I.B. Rekha blends Kamasan painting with pop culture, Nano Ari shows Keliki detailing.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Event City Dates Ticket
Darwis Triadi Exhibition Bali 3 Sept – 3 Oct Free
Ubud Art Collect Bali 4 – 6 Sept Free
Art & Bali Fair Bali 11 – 13 Sept TBA
JIPFest 2026 Jakarta 11 – 20 Sept Free 11-13 Sept
Indonesia Design Week Jakarta 18 – 27 Sept TBA
Macao Exhibition Jakarta 1 – 27 Sept
Free
Indonesia’s art scene this September is focused on photography, resilience, and cultural exchange with both local masters and international collaborations.
