natural makeup

The serene and refreshing winds that embrace Mount Agung Slope's nature live in this acrylic composition, made in honor of Mother Nature's wisdom. Artist Aldi of Java invites you through a walk around this lovely space, using soft brushstrokes on canvas to create an impressionist portrait of the forest.

The painting arrives signed and unstretched.

Exotic birds and colorful butterflies converge on a lotus flower pond in this exceptional composition by Balinese artist Made Artini. She renders the acrylic on paper painting in a realist style, inspired by the exuberant natural beauty of her homeland.

In this extraordinary composition, Nyoman Tomblos channels the awe-inspiring natural beauty of the Ayung river, the longest one in his native Bali. The vibrant color palette he employs, rendered in acrylic paints on canvas, lends a strikingly impressionistic quality to this remarkable landscape. One cannot help but be captivated by the lush and exuberant scenery that the artist so masterfully captures.

"The river is a real-life guide. Anyone who wants to know where the sea is follows the river's flow and reaches it," says Javanese artist Aldi while describing the symbolism of his newest impressionist composition. Working with acrylic on canvas, the artisan paints a natural scene in a warm palette, allowing a serene aura around the piece.

The artwork comes signed and unstretched.

"The cool river water that goes through the forest flows beautifully while enlivening the ecosystem at the same time," says Javanese artist Aldi who specializes in impressionistic landscape paintings. His passion for nature is poured into this remarkable composition crafted with acrylic paints on canvas, so tranquil and serene you can almost hear the murmur of the water and feel the wind blowing through the trees.

As a new day dawns on the orange horizon, every subject of the Earth awakens to a heavenly glow. The line between realism and fantasy stimulates the human imagination just as dreaming of a world flourishing with peace.

Ida Ratna Ningrum conceptualizes the beginning of a new era of peace in this enchanting painting as she depicts an idyllic view into a blooming world of nature. The artist explains that the young girl sits protected under a tree in a thriving green field of harmonious flowers, far from the clutches of monolithic urban society. Finding hope in nature, the young girl embraces a dim globe to bring rejuvenation and a return to innocence, symbolizing the human concept of harmony.

Circling above, a flock of doves foreshadows the cleansing of the world's conscience, themselves being symbols of purity and modesty since ancient times. As humanity is both destined and doomed to a cyclical existence, the arrival of ancient symbols signals great changes to come.

"My definition of world peace is the desire of every human being, all who decide and choose to be at peace in their own way. If humans realize we can all choose to make peace by asking God to give us a heart that is peaceful and calm, then there will be no war. My hope for world peace is that all human beings can individually create something good and respect each other, and then peace will be established," the artist confides.

A lesson in patience and longevity, Aldi's acrylic painting pays homage to an old forest full of large, hardy trees. "The differences in seasons and weather make the tree strong," remarks the Javanese artisan, who uses a predominantly green palette to convey the health of the forest.

Vibrant wildlife springs to life in this captivating acrylic on paper landscape where exotic birds perch among lush branches while butterflies dance through blooming flowers. The stunning composition pairs meticulous detail with sweeping mountain vistas, showcasing the rich biodiversity of Bali through Made Artini’s masterful realistic technique.

Balinese artist Made Pasek Kusuma Wijay chooses to express his plea for world peace in a painting depicting a woman's prayer. "The state of the world is not fine, given the many wars, conflicts between countries and very heartbreaking human tragedies," says the artist. "Let us pray sincerely that the world situation will return to peace as we strive to live a more simple, carefree life with mutual respect and tolerance between our existing differences. Despite the conditions of the world, we always yearn for peace itself.

"Galloping across a surreal mountain landscape, a team of horses carries forward the hope of an entire society from the lofty reality of the highlands to the life of the commoner below. Riding on the back of a bird resembling the Hindu god of strength, Garuda, a faceless woman prays to the divine spirits, having passed through a period of blood and turbulence. Garuda also prays with his human-like hands as if to encourage himself to continue his mission of vigilance.

"Reflected in the grass of the mountains, the woman's prayers mirror above and below the path of the raptor, symbolizing the transverse support from across the country for her mission. A handshake arises from the woman's mind in a floral accord between two immortal parties.

"In a world plagued by conflict and the horrors of violence, the woman's prayer, the subtle handshake and the impressive flight of the god of strength prescribe peace for all of humanity. Realism cannot deliver this humane desire to reality.

"Scaled to surreal proportions, the woman's prayers make multiple appearances in increasing size, while the mighty bird soars above an entire team of horses, with various hands apparent."