Articles tagged ‘carvings’

Sasana Hasta Karya School: Gianyar Regency, Bali

By BootsnAll | June 17th, 2006 | Add a Comment »

As I mentioned in an article the other day, Ubud is the cultural centre of Bali. In fact the whole regency of Gianyar is a cultural mecca and attracts artists of all mediums. I was reading an article recently in the Jakarta Post about a special school for artists.

 

Nyoman: Handicraft vendor Poppies I Kuta

By Nick | May 6th, 2006 | Add a Comment »

Poppies Lane I is another narrow gang that leads from Jl. Legian to the beach. Originally just a sandy track, lined with palm trees, its now a brick lane, lined with shops. I spoke to Nyoman, owner of a small place selling decorations. Nyoman’s shop, which actually doesn’t have a name, is situated next to [...]

 

Balinese handicraft villages

By Nick | June 7th, 2005 | Add a Comment »

Bali is rich in culture, art and creative energy. Kuta is loaded with handicrafts and Ubud is reputedly the center of the arts. There are however small villages that specialize in one thing, and if you are shopping for a specific thing it is handy to know where it is made.