Picture(s) of the Week: Yuli Prayitno

A long desire from this corner, 2008-2009, polyester resin, cotton and kapok, 80 x 440 x 25 cm

Yes, we know. We have been a little “Indonesian heavy” with our recent posts. Apologies if this seems a little one-sided as it is impossible to ignore the inspiring bursts of creative energies coming from our neighbouring country. Here are pictures from Indonesian sculptor Yuli Prayitno’s latest solo exhibition at Nadi Gallery in Jakarta. Titled ” I Love…”, this show has been delayed for nearly 2 years as Yuli, who is somewhat of an obsessive compulsive/perfectionist, launched into control freak mode and decided to make everything on his own. Nevertheless, the quality speaks for itself; the time taken to make each object contributes to the value of the work. Fine finishing, beautiful treatment of material and form, a witty imagination and sardonic humour are some of the reasons why this exhibition should not be missed.

I can't get now satisfaction, 2007-2009, wood, 47 x 260 x 42 cm

Love in Blue, 2007-2009, Polyurethane resin and silver, 100 x 100 x 20 cm

Yuli Prayitno’s “I Love…” opens from April 1-13, 2009 at Nadi Gallery, Jl. Kembang Indah III, Blok G3 No. 4-5, Puri Indah, Jakarta 11610.  We’ll try to keep our next post non-Indonesia related. Promise. (AO)