Agenda

Agenda

Painting Exhibition: Impressive 2000, by Agus Budiyanto, on
show in the lobby of the World Trade Center, Jl. Jend. Sudirman
kav. 29-31, from Feb. 14 through Feb. 20.

For Agus Budiyanto, this is his first single painting
exhibition after having been involved in water color painting.

In this exhibition, he demonstrates his skill in aquarelle.
Agus says painting is a means for self-contemplation.
He says painting reflects all kinds of emotional states --
sadness, happiness, loneliness and anger.

In Purnama Sepi, (the quiet full moon) Agus exploits dark and
blue colors to evoke people's sentiments. Agus' other works like
Sepi Pagi (the quiet morning), Purnama di Pesisir (full moon in
the coastal areas) express tranquility.

Installation Art Exhibition: Pangaradeon Ni Oroan (Preparation
of the Bride), by Altje Ully Panjaitan at Galeri Lontar, Jl. Utan
Kayu No.68 H, Jakarta 13120, telp. 857-3388; Fax. 858-230;
e-mail:gallon@.cbn.net.id, from Feb. 17 through March 17, 2000.
Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on Mondays and holidays.

In her single exhibition, Altje Ully Panjaitan presents her
seven installation works using various mediums, such as ceramics.
The installation works gradually reveal a series of wedding
rituals physically, mentally and spiritually.

She takes her theme from essays written by the famous Lebanese
poet, Khalil Gibran, who explores women's issues and marriage.
Altje expresses her thoughts through her personal artistic
journey.

This exhibition was not officially opened by a government
official or celebrity. Doors are open to visitors who are
interested in viewing Altje's artistic creations.(raw)