Abstract painting exhibition

Abstract painting exhibition

JAKARTA (JP): Fans of abstract painting are in for a treat at an exhibition by noted painter Machzum Siregar at the Ambara Hotel in Blok M.

The exhibit was opened Monday evening by Rennie Singgih, wife of the Attorney General, and will last through Thursday.

A former wrestler in the 1958-1960 Asian Games, Machzum taught himself abstract painting.

Machzum considers the bold color he uses to cover his canvases his trademark.

"To me abstract painting poses a great challenge as it requires dexterity to combine bold colors," Machzum was quoted by Antara as saying.

Machzum's prices his paintings from Rp 4 million to Rp 40 million. He says he is confident that Indonesians will soon start to appreciate abstract painting.

The painter has held many exhibits in and out of the country. (14)