Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI BALI) menghadirkan tiga karya tari dan tabuh monumental sebagai pembuka perhelatan internasional CHANDI 2025, Rabu (3/9) di Bali Beach Convention by The Meru Sanur.
Ketiga karya tersebut yakni Tari Kakuwung Ranu, Tabuh Maha Mredangga, dan Tari Cancala Bhuwana Candika. Tiga karya ini dipentaskan melalui kolaborasi ISI BALI dan Sanggar Karawitan Bungan Dedari dengan didukung oleh 121 tim produksi.
Karya pertama, Tari Cancala Bhuwana Candika, merupakan mahacipta koreografi ISI Bali yang mengangkat susastra suci dan kawi-wiku sejati, meneguhkan peradaban Nuswantara melalui gending dan tari. Karya ini menjadi representasi adikawya peradaban, sebuah persembahan seni yang menegaskan peran seni sebagai inti dari kebudayaan bangsa.
Sementara itu, Tabuh Maha Mredangga menampilkan harmoni genderang Nuswantara dengan meramu nada kosmik dari berbagai instrumen tradisional. Komposisi ini menjadi simbol kemuliaan harmoni yang lahir dari keragaman budaya Indonesia.
Adapun Tari Kakuwung Ranu dipersembahkan sebagai jalan penghormatan dan pengharapan. Karya ini merefleksikan kejernihan air danau yang diharapkan terus menerangi kehidupan, sekaligus mengingatkan pentingnya menjaga kelestarian alam Bali bagi generasi mendatang.
Koreografi karya-karya tersebut digarap oleh Tjokorda Istri Putra Padmini, M.Sn., Dr. I Ketut Suteja, Ni Komang Sri Wahyuni, M.Sn., dan Diah Pramanasari, M.Sn.. Sementara itu, komposisi gamelan ditata oleh Dr. I Ketut Garwa, Dr. Nyoman Kariasa, Dwi Andika, M.Sn., Tiodore Adibawa, M.Sn., dan Saptono, M.Sn. (ISIBALI/Humas)
ISI Bali initiated the establishment of the Bali-Global Axis of Arts and Design (B-GAAD) as a platform for dialogue, strategic partnerships, and collaboration among higher education institutions managing art and design programs across the Asia-Pacific region. B-GAAD holds the vision of fostering excellence in the sustainable governance of higher education in art and design, with a commitment to social welfare, upholding the values of local wisdom, and mainstreaming natural environmental conservation.
B-GAAD mission: (1) To foster dialogue and collaboration in order to enhance the quality of higher education in art and design; (2) To develop partnerships and programs aimed at improving community prosperity while upholding local wisdom values; (3) To create initiatives for the conservation of the natural environment; (4) To implement programs that contribute to the realization of a peaceful, justice, and prosperous world.
As an actualization of the B-GAAD vision and mission, eight main programs have been established, namely: (1) Bali-Global Arts and Design Symposium (B-GADS); (2) Bali-Global Performing Arts Map (B-GPAM); (3) Bali-Global Art Map Exhibition (B-GAME); (4) Bali- Global Innovative Design Map Exhibition (B-GIDME); (5) Bali-Global Encounter Figure (B-GEF); (6) Bali-Global Expo and Job Fair (B-GEJF); (7) B-GAAD Leaders’ Summit; dan (8) Bali-Global Authentic Trip (B-GAT).
B-GAAD I was held from October 19 to 25, 2024, under the theme Kala-Manawa-Kalpa – Time-Human-Term (Waktu-Manusia-Momenta). B-GAAD I was attended by 12 universities, two Consulates General (the Consulates of Japan and Australia in Bali), and three cultural institutions (ARMA Museum, Tonyraka Art Gallery, and Komaneka Art Gallery). Participating universities included: Kazakh National Academy of Choreography, Kazakhstan; University of Western Australia; Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore; National Academy of Arts, Culture and Heritage (ASWARA), Malaysia; Mahasarakham University, Thailand; Jiangxi Institute of Fashion Technology, China; Lasalle College of the Arts, Singapore; Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts, Japan; Kunitachi College of Music, Japan; Kyoto Saga University of Arts, Japan; Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, South Korea; and Youngsan University, South Korea
Photo: Opening ceremony of IIDSA6 at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI Bali, Thursday (October 9).
The Indonesian Institute of The Arts Bali (ISI Bali) proudly served as the host for the 6th Indonesia Industrial Design Student Award (IIDSA) — the nation’s largest platform recognizing excellence among Product Design students across Indonesia. This prestigious event was attended by 21 Product Design Study Programs from various universities under the Forum of Industrial Product Design Study Programs of Indonesia.
The opening ceremony of IIDSA6 took place on Thursday (October 9) at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI Bali, and was officially inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Wayan “Kun” Adnyana, S.Sn., M.Sn., Rector of ISI Bali.
In his opening remarks, Prof. Kun Adnyana emphasized the importance of strengthening the scientific foundation of product design rooted in national identity.
“Most importantly, every member of the academic community must experience the essence of Indonesianness — the awareness to embrace values, local wisdom, and the rich cultural diversity of the archipelago as the source of inspiration and foundation in creating design works. Industrial product design unites intellectual and creative spirits deeply grounded in our national culture. Congratulations to all Product Design Study Programs across Indonesia for the successful organization of IIDSA6,” said the Professor of Art History.
Meanwhile, Wahyu Indira, M.Sn., Coordinator of the Product Design Study Program at ISI Bali, highlighted that IIDSA6 is more than a competition — it is a platform to appreciate dreams and the creative journeys of young designers.
“In this event, we are not only assessing works but also valuing the dreams, processes, and dedication of young generations in creating design solutions that make a meaningful impact on society and industry. This event serves as a moment to inspire one another and strengthen collaboration among product design students throughout Indonesia,” he stated.
Furthermore, Dr. Guguh Sujatmiko, S.T., M.Ds., Chair of the Indonesian Product Design Forum from the University of Surabaya (UBAYA), expressed that the event exemplifies the spirit of collaboration between students and faculty mentors in developing relevant and impactful product designs.
“Through this event, we foster a collaborative spirit and globalize Indonesian product design so that it becomes beneficial and contributes tangibly to the nation,”he concluded.
Photo: Opening ceremony of IIDSA6 at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI Bali, Thursday (October 9).
The 6th Indonesia Industrial Design Student Award (IIDSA6) took place over two days, October 9–10, 2025, featuring a diverse series of activities including exhibitions, seminars, talk shows, project presentations, an awarding ceremony, a book launch, and a forum discussion to plan the 2026 agenda.
In conjunction with IIDSA6, ISI Bali also hosted the National Product Design Exhibition under the theme “Desain Bertutur: Merangkai Bukti, Menjaga Tradisi Nusantara” (Design Speaks: Weaving Evidence, Preserving the Archipelagic Tradition), held at the Vicon Room, 2nd Floor of the Citta Kelangen Building, ISI Bali.
The event was attended by several prominent figures in the field of product design, including Achmad Syarief, S.Sn., M.S.D., Ph.D. (Institut Teknologi Bandung), Dr. Rahmawan Dwi Prasetya, S.Sn., M.Si. (Institut Seni Indonesia Yogyakarta), Dr. Zaki Saptiar Saldi, S.T., M.Eng. (Universitas Pembangunan Jaya), Dr. Guguh Sujatmiko (Universitas Surabaya), Ira Samri, M.Ds. (Universitas Paramadina), Winta Tridhatu Satwikasant, Ph.D. (Universitas Kristen Duta Wacana), and Prananda Luffiansyah Malasan, S.Ds.., M.Ds., Ph.D. (Institut Teknologi Bandung), who also serves as the Chairperson of the Indonesian Industrial Product Design Association (ADPII) Central Board.
Through the organization of IIDSA6, ISI Bali reaffirms its role as a meeting ground for academics and practitioners in design, fostering innovation, expanding networks, and strengthening the position of Indonesian product design both nationally and globally. This event also serves as an important moment for the younger generation of designers to showcase their finest works, enrich their creative experiences, and cultivate a spirit of Indonesianess rooted in the cultural richness of the archipelago. (ISIBALI/Public Relations)
Foto: Pembukaan IIDSA6 di Auditorium Kirtya Sabha Mahottama, Gedung Citta Kelangen ISI BALI, Kamis (9/10).
Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI BALI) menjadi tuan rumah penyelenggaraan Indonesia Industrial Design Student Award (IIDSA) ke-6, ajang apresiasi terbesar bagi mahasiswa Desain Produk se-Indonesia. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh 21 Program Studi Desain Produk dari berbagai perguruan tinggi yang tergabung dalam Forum Program Studi Desain Produk Industri Indonesia. Pembukaan IIDSA6 berlangsung di Auditorium Kirtya Sabha Mahottama, Gedung Citta Kelangen ISI BALI, Kamis (9/10), dan secara resmi dibuka oleh Rektor ISI BALI, Prof. Dr. Wayan ‘Kun’ Adnyana, S.Sn., M.Sn.
Dalam sambutannya, Prof. Kun Adnyana menegaskan pentingnya penguatan keilmuan di bidang desain produk yang berpijak pada jati diri bangsa. “Yang terpenting, setiap insan akademika mengalami pengalaman keindonesiaan, kesadaran untuk menempatkan nilai, kearifan lokal, serta keragaman budaya Nusantara sebagai sumber inspirasi dan pijakan dalam merancang karya desain. Desain produk industri menyatukan semangat berpikir dan semangat perancang yang berakar pada budaya bangsa. Selamat untuk seluruh Program Studi Desain Produk di Indonesia atas gelaran IIDSA6,” ujar Guru Besar Bidang Sejarah Seni ini.
Sementara itu, Koordinator Program Studi Desain Produk ISI BALI, Wahyu Indira, M.Sn., menekankan bahwa IIDSA6 bukan sekadar ajang penilaian karya, tetapi juga ruang untuk menghargai mimpi dan proses kreatif generasi muda. “Dalam ajang ini, kita tidak hanya menilai, tetapi juga menghargai mimpi, proses, dan dedikasi generasi muda dalam menciptakan solusi desain yang berdampak bagi masyarakat dan industri. Kegiatan ini menjadi momentum untuk saling menginspirasi dan memperkuat kolaborasi antar mahasiswa desain produk di seluruh Indonesia,” ungkapnya.
Ketua Forum Desain Produk Indonesia, Dr. Guguh Sujatmiko, S.T., M.Ds. dari Universitas Surabaya (UBAYA) menyampaikan bahwa kegiatan ini menjadi wujud nyata semangat kolaborasi antara mahasiswa dan dosen pembimbing dalam mengembangkan desain produk yang relevan dan berdampak. “Melalui event ini, kita membangun semangat kolaborasi dan mengglobalkan desain produk Indonesia agar bermanfaat dan memberi kontribusi nyata bagi bangsa,” katanya.
Foto: Pembukaan IIDSA6 di Auditorium Kirtya Sabha Mahottama, Gedung Citta Kelangen ISI BALI, Kamis (9/10).
IIDSA6 berlangsung selama dua hari, 9–10 Oktober 2025, dengan rangkaian kegiatan meliputi pameran, seminar, talkshow, presentasi karya, awarding, launching buku, serta diskusi agenda forum tahun 2026. Selain itu, ISI BALI juga menjadi lokasi penyelenggaraan Pameran Nasional Desain Produk bertajuk “Desain Bertutur: Merangkai Bukti, Menjaga Tradisi Nusantara”, yang digelar di Ruang Vicon Gedung Citta Kelangen Lantai 2 ISI BALI.
Kegiatan IIDSA6 turut dihadiri oleh sejumlah tokoh penting di bidang desain produk, di antaranya Achmad Syarief, S.Sn., M.S.D., Ph.D. dari Institut Teknologi Bandung, Dr. Rahmawan Dwi Prasetya, S.Sn., M.Si. dari Institut Seni Indonesia Yogyakarta, Dr. Zaki Saptiar Saldi, S.T., M.Eng. dari Universitas Pembangunan Jaya, Dr. Guguh Sujatmiko dari Universitas Surabaya, Ira Samri, M.Ds. dari Universitas Paramadina, Winta Tridhatu Satwikasant, Ph.D. dari Universitas Kristen Duta Wacana, serta Prananda Luffiansyah Malasan, S.Ds., M.Ds., Ph.D. dari Institut Teknologi Bandung yang juga menjabat sebagai Ketua Asosiasi Desain Produk Industri Indonesia (ADPII) Pusat.
Melalui penyelenggaraan IIDSA6, ISI BALI mempertegas perannya sebagai ruang pertemuan akademisi dan praktisi desain untuk mendorong lahirnya inovasi, memperluas jejaring, serta memperkuat posisi desain produk Indonesia di kancah nasional dan global. Kegiatan ini juga menjadi momentum bagi generasi muda desainer untuk menampilkan karya terbaiknya, memperkaya pengalaman kreatif, dan menumbuhkan semangat keindonesiaan yang berpijak pada kekayaan budaya Nusantara. (ISIBALI/Humas)
