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Holding a small tree in his hand, a man covered in brown leaves is the subject of this striking surrealist painting from Bali. Ketut Teler paints this scene, showcasing a keen attention to detail in the intricate folds of the decaying leaves that cover the man's body. The subject of this painting is framed against a shadowy, abstract background.

Sharp and bold figures merge in a magnificent composition by Bali's Kasiyanto. Exuding strength and courage, this acrylic painting inspired by the region's classic arts aims to send a profound message: "Most humans wear masks to cover their shortcomings even though God created humans as the best creatures above other creatures," as the artist says.

The composition arrives signed and unstretched.

Filling the canvas in a symphony of white, yellow, black, orange, blue and red, this horse commands attention with bold strokes and dynamic energy. The spirited creature emerges through Anton Papo’s masterful blend of acrylics, ink and pencil work, creating a contemporary interpretation that captures the essence rather than the literal form. The Javanese artist’s affection for equine subjects shines through in every deliberate mark, resulting in a striking piece that balances raw expression with artistic restraint.

“A mother rabbit buys lots of carrots in the supermarket and carries them home in a cart. This artwork is about the psychology of happiness, referring not only to the mother’s happiness (by making the purchase) but also to her children’s happiness, and even to the happiness of other rabbits around the mother figure,” says Javanese artist Anton Papo about this wonderful naif painting. Balancing technical skill with imaginative storytelling, every brushstroke of acrylic, deliberate ink line and careful pencil mark works in harmony across the canvas, creating a composition where white, yellow, red, green, blue and black hues dance together in contemporary style.

"Twilight gave me the inspiration to create this work. The bustle of dusk above the trees and rocks as storks scramble for a place to rest. The noise and composition of the flock mark the end of the rotation of the time of day. That dusk became a beautiful resting place after a day of struggling to find the sweet and the bitter of life," says Balinese artist A. A. Darmayuda of this impressive Surrealist-style painting he crafted using oil paint on canvas. The composition and colors create a hypnotizing scene that will command everyone's attention the minute they set eyes on it.