There is something eye-catching at the solo exhibition of I Ketut Mastrum. He smartly explores the barong through the alluring art of painting. Objects are carefully touched with a myriad of different techniques, ranging from that of Batuan, Ubud (Pita Maha), Pengosekan, and from young artists up to the latest academician. Similarly, he shows off a variety of styles like realism, surrealism, abstract, figurative, impressionism and expressionism.
As a whole the works of Mastrum intensely reveal the theme of Balinese social tradition in relation to the Creator. Indeed, amid the daily painting activities, Mastrum is also a temple priest at Natar Sari Temple, Apuan Baturiti, Tabanan. His priesthood behavior confers a space to implement his inspiration, imagination and intuition as an innovative artist.
Precise details of eyes, teeth, face or tail as well as other parts of the body are made. A wide variety of symbolism encapsulates the surface object of his works. He has also developed the technique of hatching lines when he paints facial parts, the body and the objects requiring accurate details. His brush scratching expressively leaves the image of speed, agility and even rage.
Other than the figure of assorted barongs of his imagination or cultural empiricism, Mastrum also illustrates the energy of brush scratching, decorative details and truly vivid color. In his fourth solo exhibition, he exhibits the arts depicting the human form in a ‘deformative’ style.
Tens of creative barongs by the painter, I Ketut Mastrum are exhibited at Danes Art Veranda, Denpasar from 25 April to 16 May. This exhibition was inaugurated by Dr I Nyoman Catara, lecturer at the Indonesia Institute of Arts (ISI) Denpasar.
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Capital of Indonesia is preparing sandbags on the coast of protection against floods ahead of abnormally high tides which should hit the city early next week, officials. "There will be several areas that could be affected by extreme tides, especially in the north of Jakarta, because some dams are below maximum altitude," said Wishnu Subagio, the head of Jakarta's public works office. He said sandbags were being prepared in vulnerable areas, and tides were likely to begin today and Wednesday peak. An official of the World Bank said in Jakarta this week, it could be 1.2-metre tide rise on Wednesday, although Nugroho Ponco Jakarta meteorology agency said it was perhaps not so high. Flooding has often cut a road leading to Jakarta international airport and an official toll road company PT Jasa Marga said it was taking precautions. "If the water flooding the road toll we will be ready with pumps and sandbags immediately," said Okke Merlina, a Secretary General to Jasa Marga, who added that the company was also the construction of a barrier to prevent future floods. Indonesia capital of approximately 10 million is often flooded in rainy season and it may also be flooded by high tides in areas near the coast and in low-lying countries districts.
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Bali is also blessed with a beautiful nature. Endless sand beaches envelope most of Bali's shores, where silvery waves come home to. Tall cliffs border the eastern shores. Volcanic mountains crown the center of Bali, home to Gunung Agung (Mount Divine), the sacred abode of the gods and the goddesses. Green forests stretch on from east to west of the northern part of Bali, nurturing numerous flora and fauna that can only be found here.
Beaches The beaches of Bali are, in one word, magnificent! From the stretch of sand in Kuta, fenced far in the South by the runway of Denpasar International Airport; the peaceful elegance of Nusa Dua; the mysterious quietness and somberness of Candidasa, as a temple dedicated to the sea goddess submerges; to the spectacular sunsets of Lovina in the North.
The island of Bali is blessed with the line of beaches surrounding it.
- Sanur On the southeastern side of Bali, Sanur beach is easily reachable from Denpasar, about a 5 to 10 minute drive. Sanur is an excellent site to watch the sun rises, as you jog along the white sandy beach. Being one of the first resort developed in Bali, Sanur maintains its traditions. Only a stone thrown away from the beach, ancient temples stand as solemn as they have been in centuries past.
- Kuta and Legian Practically on the opposite side of Sanur, the beaches of Kuta and Legian stretch on the southwestern side of Bali, again only about 5 to 10 minute drive from Denpasar or the airport. Surfing is a major activity in these beaches. Shops, Kecak dance performances, pubs, and other facilities make Kuta a tourist mecca.
- Jimbaran Jimbaran is directly south of the airport, on the way from Denpasar towards Nusa Dua. The village of Jimbaran is the narrow neck of the island of Bali, and thus it has two remarkably different beaches. On the west, Jimbaran Beach faces the Jimbaran Bay, recently lined by new luxurious resorts. On the east, the beach faces the body of water sheltered by Benoa Harbor.
- Nusa Dua Nusa Dua is a new luxurious resort area where the world's most sumptuous hotels gracefully integrate into the beautiful white beaches. Crystal clear water provides excellent snorkeling and diving site, and the waves on the northern and the southern part of Nusa Dua allow for great surfing opportunity.
- Soka Beach Further northwest from Denpasar, on the way to Gilimanuk, the ferry port town that connects Bali and Java, there is a small quiet beach called Soka Beach.
- Medewi Beach Continuing along the path towards Gilimanuk, near the village of Pulukan, the beach of Medewi is another beautiful beach.
- Lovina Beach Near the northern tip of the island of Bali lies a stretch of villages by the Bali Sea. Lovina Beach is the name. It is well known as an excellent site for sunset watching, snorkeling, and diving. Night life activities are also abound, as well as chartered boats to go out into the sea. If you like what Kuta offers but do not like the crowd, Lovina Beach is for you.
Waves The beaches of Bali readily accept the arrival of the waves, time and time again. And they vary. In the stretch of Nusa Dua alone you can find soft waves for the beginner surfers to the wildest of waves that will challenge even the most experienced of the surfers. Yeh Saneh in the East, Uluwatu in the South, and Medewi slightly to the West, are all excellent site for waves.
Lakes There are four lakes in Bali. Lake Batur, the old crater of Mount Batur, is the largest. Kintamani offers an excellent panoramic view of the lake, and the lake itself effectively fences in the Bali Aga people in Trunyan. Lake Bratan, the second largest, is near the town of Bedugul. Lake Buyan and Lake Temblingan are also near.
- Bedugul When the heat and humidity gets to you, why not escape to Bedugul. Bali's highland retreat tucked into the crater of an extinct volcano 1400 metres above sea level. Here three lakes provide everything from recreation to the water for springs, rivers and rice fields below. Lush pine forests seem to create a freshness in the air. Bedugul is known for the quality of its fruit, vegetables and flowers.
- Kintamani The spectacular mountainous region around Kintamani with its deep crater lake and bubbling hot springs, make this region a must to visit. Lake Batur is the largest lake in Bali and the region offers some of the most spectacular views to be found anywhere on the island. Lake Batur also provides water for an underground network of streams and springs across the southern slopes of the mountain.
The district is the earliest known kingdom in Bali, dating from the tenth century. The evenings get cool up here but it's well worth the stay overnight to climb the volcano and watch the sunrise. Many cheap losmens are available here.
Mountains The string of volcanic mountains crown the Northern part of Bali. The tallest is Gunung Agung (or Mount Divine), the abode of the gods and the goddesses.
Forests, Flora, and Fauna The wild forests of Bali can be found mostly in the Bali Barat National Park, dedicated to the preservation of wildlife. And the tropical climate of Bali endows it with a rich flora. In the forests, tall tropical trees reach for the sky, nursing a variety of wild orchids to grow on their branches. Pine trees carpet the mountains. Ever protective, waringin trees faithfully stand at the center of every village. Flowers beautifully punctuate little gardens in every house, and most importantly, spreading their sweet fragrance into the midnight air and completing offerings to the gods and goddesses.
Bali tigers (Panthera tigris balica ) used to roam these forests, but now you can only find deer or wild boars. Bali Barat National Park is also reestablished as the new habitat for Bali Starling (Jalak Bali), a sweet, white bird that has inspired many a painter. Sea turtles, another protected species, can playfully accompany you when you go snorkeling in the the waters of Nusa Dua.
read more...| Hotels Name | Area | Prices |
| Kuta | Rp. 170.000 - Rp. 400.000 | |
| Ubud | US$ 26 - US$ 28
(15% tax & service) | |
| Kuta | Rp. 200,000 - Rp. 250,000 | |
| Kuta | US$ 17 - US$ 25 | |
| Sanur | Rp. 150.000 | |
| Kuta | US$ 27 | |
| Nusa Dua | Rp. 70,000 - Rp. 150,000 | |
| Kuta | US$ 25 - US$ 28 | |
| Sanur | US$ 20 | |
| Ubud | US$ 25 - US$ 28 | |
| Ubud | Rp. 170,000 - Rp. 250,000 | |
| Kuta | Rp. 60,000 - Rp. 120,000 | |
| Kuta | Rp. 350,000 - Rp. 400,000 | |
| Kuta | Rp. 75,000 - Rp. 240,000 | |
| Ubud | Rp. 80,000 - Rp. 100,000 | |
| Kuta | Rp. 50,000 - Rp. 60,000 | |
| Ubud | Rp. 75,000 - Rp. 110,000 | |
| Kuta | US$ 13 - US$ 25 | |
| Sanur | US$ 20 | |
| Ubud | Rp. 30,000 - Rp. 45,000 | |
| Ubud | US$ 18 | |
| Sanur | US$ 15 - US$ 22.5 | |
| Ubud | US$ 28 | |
| Kuta | Rp. 40,000 - Rp. 50,000 | |
| Lovina | Rp. 60,000 - Rp. 70.000 | |
| Sanur | Rp. 59,000 - Rp. 249,000 | |
| Nusa Dua | Rp. 75,000 - Rp. 175,000 | |
| Kuta | US$ 23 - US$ 25 | |
| Kuta | US$ 13.5 - US$ 27.5 | |
| Sanur | US$ 28 | |
| Kuta | US$ 20 - US$ 27 | |
| Ubud | US$ 20 | |
| Ubud | US$ 18 - US$ 27.5 | |
| Ubud | Rp. 165.000 - Rp. 440.000 | |
| Nusa Dua | US$ 10 |
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