This work depicts four buffaloes named like humans. They are mixed buffaloes used in a traditional Jembrana event, namely mekepung, a buffalo race that combines strength and agility. This harmony occurs between humans and animals in maintaining a culture that has been passed down from generation to generation. ~ Made Duatmika

This work is a reflection of my childhood spent in the village. Buffaloes are a means of mekepung (racing buffalo) and are also used to help plough the fields, which is a symbol of strength and hard work. The starlings that we often see perched on the backs of buffaloes are a representation of freedom of the imagination.~ Made Duatmika

Mekepung is a Balinese term that refers to a buffalo rolling around in the mud. This activity is often done by buffalo after a hard day of ploughing the fields. The swallows are also very comfortable. Finding a pleasant resting place on a buffalo’s back.~ Made Duatmika

This painting depicts a peaceful rural atmosphere full of beautiful memories with a gig (clikar) and buffalo as the main objects. It is also a symbol of the simplicity and joy of looking for grass for the buffalo using a gig as a means of transportation. ~ Made Duatmika

Mekepu is a Balinese term that refers to a buffalo wallowing in the mud. This activity is often done by buffalo after a hard day of ploughing the fields. Wallows are also a very comfortable and pleasant resting place for buffalo.~ Made Duatmika

The dominant blue colour in this work is a representation of the colour of the sky that always bears silent witness to all changes and the beauty of nature. The presence of birds and buffaloes further strengthens the impression of a life in harmony with nature.~ Made Duatmika

Matur Piuning (request) is a tradition in Balinese society that is full of philosophical and spiritual meaning. Literally means to convey a communication that contains the relationship between humans and nature, before carrying out activities that have an impact on the environment, such as ploughing rice fields or clearing land, we Balinese people always ask permission from the Almighty.~ Made Duatmika

This work depicts strength and gentleness, the tiger as a symbol of strength while the blooming rose is a symbol of gentleness. A contemplation of the balance of life, where every element that seems opposite needs each other to create beauty. It appears with a background of vague but dynamic figures that create a harmonious and meaningful atmosphere. ~ Wayan Suastama

This painting tells about the harvest process as a form of gratitude for the blessings of the hard work of farmers, because the harvest is the result and hope that is realized in work and collaboration for a purpose, the spirit of togetherness is interwoven. Harmony with each other, both nature and other creatures. The figures and natural atmosphere give the impression of calm and cheerfulness, creating an atmosphere full of enthusiasm and happiness. ~ Wayan Suastama

This painting depicts how intelligent our ancestors were in maintaining human relations with nature and other creatures so that they remain in harmony with “Dewi Danu” (the figure of the goddess who protects water) who is none other than the existence of the energy force of the universe. This is how the ancestors made energy sacred by deifying it so that its continuity is maintained by Ritual cultural behaviour as a form of devotion and gratitude towards the universe ~ Wayan Suastama

This work is a reflection of the journey of life to appreciate the past, present and future. Time is like a tree growing, the process of change gives meaning to this life. Every second that passes is always meaningful, and often, our ancestors used to mark an event with the existence of a tree, either planted at that time or that has grown until now. ~ Wayan Suastama