Photo: Socialization and Educational Session on the Prevention of Intolerance, Radicalism, Extremism, and Terrorism (IRET), as well as Violent Fanaticism, held in the Video Conference (Vicon) Room, 2nd Floor, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI BALI, Tuesday (October 6).
Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI BALI) held a Socialization and Educational Session on the Prevention of Intolerance, Radicalism, Extremism, and Terrorism (IRET), as well as Violent Fanaticism, on Tuesday (October 6). The event took place in the Video Conference (Vicon) Room, 2nd Floor, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI BALI, and was attended by dozens of students from the Faculty of Performing Arts and the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design.
The session featured Briptu I Made Yoga Pramana, S.H., M.H., from the Prevention Team of the Bali Regional Task Force of the Indonesian National Police’s Densus 88 AT, as the keynote speaker. The session provided students with an educational forum to gain a better understanding of various beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors that may contribute to intolerance, radicalism, extremism, terrorism, and violent fanaticism.
The event was officially opened by the Head of the Bureau of Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Cooperation of ISI BALI, Dr. I Komang Arba Wirawan, S.Sn., M.Si. In his remarks, he emphasized the importance of equipping students with the knowledge and awareness necessary to respond critically to various information and social dynamics developing within their surroundings.
As members of the academic community, students play an important role in fostering a campus environment that is safe, inclusive, and respectful of differences. Therefore, strengthening awareness and understanding of the prevention of intolerance and violence is an important effort to develop students’ critical thinking and resilience in responding to influences that may disrupt peaceful coexistence.
Photo: Socialization and Educational Session on the Prevention of Intolerance, Radicalism, Extremism, and Terrorism (IRET), as well as Violent Fanaticism, held in the Video Conference (Vicon) Room, 2nd Floor, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI BALI, Tuesday (October 6).
In his presentation, Briptu I Made Yoga Pramana provided an overview of the identification and prevention of intolerance, radicalism, extremism, and terrorism, including the importance of remaining vigilant against various forms of influence that may emerge within social environments and digital spaces.
Students were also encouraged not to readily accept or disseminate information without first verifying its accuracy. Critical thinking, an appreciation of diversity, and the development of healthy communication are essential components in preventing the emergence of attitudes and actions that may lead to violence.
The session was conducted interactively, with students given the opportunity to raise questions and engage in discussions concerning various situations that may arise in everyday life. The discussion provided students with an opportunity to broaden their understanding while strengthening their awareness of the importance of maintaining tolerance and social harmony amid diversity.
Photo: Rector of ISI BALI, Prof. Dr. Wayan Kun Adnyana, as a speaker at the international symposium Sea-ing The Land: Nyegara Gunung, held from 21–28 September 2026 at the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Cornell University.
The Southeast Asia Program (SEAP) at Cornell University, United States, invited Rector of Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI BALI), Prof. Dr. Wayan Kun Adnyana, as a speaker at the international symposium Sea-ing The Land: Nyegara Gunung, held from 21–28 September 2026. The symposium took place at the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Cornell University.
Prof. Kun Adnyana delivered a presentation entitled Nyegara Gunung: Flowing Lines and The Metaphor of The Vessel, exploring artistic line-based iconography of water and waves through diverse stylistic approaches in Balinese painting. The symposium was moderated by Southeast Asian art historian Prof. Dr. Kaja Maria McGowan. In addition to presenting his paper, Prof. Kun Adnyana’s artwork, Victory of Sailing, measuring 140 × 160 cm and created using Chinese ink and acrylic on canvas, was selected for the permanent collection of the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Cornell University, joining works by distinguished artists and visual art masters from various countries.
Photo: Theatre Study Program Coordinator Dr. I Gusti Sudarta presenting a Plastic Wayang performance at the international symposium Sea-ing The Land: Nyegara Gunung, held from 21–28 September 2026 at the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Cornell University.
In addition to Prof. Kun Adnyana, ISI BALI lecturer and Theatre Study Program Coordinator Dr. I Gusti Sudarta was also invited to present a Wayang Plastik performance as part of the symposium program. Dr. Sudarta collaborated with music professor Prof. Christopher J. Miller and composer Peni Candra Rini. The performance received an enthusiastic response from members of the Cornell University community and alumni in Ithaca, New York.
The symposium invitation also provided an opportunity for Rector Prof. Kun Adnyana to discuss potential cooperation between ISI BALI and SEAP at Cornell University. Prof. Kun Adnyana and SEAP Director Prof. Eric Tagliacozzo agreed on several prospective collaborative programs, including opportunities for future SEAP students to participate in ISI BALI’s international programs, as well as the development of visiting professorship opportunities between the two institutions. (ISI BALI/Public Relations)
Photo: Socialization on Strengthening Journal Governance Towards National Accreditation at ISI BALI, held in the Natha Widya Sabha Meeting Room, 2nd Floor of the Rectorate Building, ISI BALI, Friday (25 September).
The Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM) of Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI BALI) held a socialization session entitled “Strengthening Journal Governance Towards National Accreditation at ISI BALI” on Friday, 25 September 2026, in the Natha Widya Sabha Meeting Room, 2nd Floor of the Rectorate Building, ISI BALI. The activity was organized to promote improvements in the quality and governance of scientific publications across the university in accordance with national accreditation standards stipulated in Regulation of the Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Number 9 of 2026.
The activity was opened by Vice Rector for Academic Affairs and Information Systems, Prof. Dr. Anak Agung Gde Bagus Udayana, S.Sn., M.Si. Also in attendance were Head of LPPM ISI BALI, Dr. I Ketut Garwa, S.Sn., M.Sn.; Head of the Center for Publishing and Intellectual Property, I Putu Udiyana Wasista, S.Sn., M.Sn.; and lecturers responsible for managing journals within their respective study programs.
The core presentation session featured I Dewa Gede Agung Kurnia Juliharta, M.M., who provided technical guidance and strategies for strengthening journal governance. The session was followed by an interactive discussion and joint evaluation with the participants. The enthusiasm of the journal managers was evident throughout the question-and-answer session, which addressed various technical challenges related to meeting substantive requirements and managing periodical publications.
The socialization involved journal managers from 15 study program journals at ISI BALI, including Amarasi, Ghurnita, Anggit, Anima Rupa, Vastukara, PENSI, Calaccitra, Hastagina, Damar Pedalangan, Cita Kara, Igel, Bhumidevi, Retina, Tattwaloka, and the Journal of Aesthetics, Creativity and Art Management. Through this collaborative effort, LPPM ISI BALI remains committed to continuously supporting journal managers in achieving sustainable standards of academic quality and scholarly reputation.
Photo: The Sixth Bali-Bhuwana-Waskita International Seminar, entitled “Parama-Jnana-Patra: True Knowledge in Context,” at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI BALI, Tuesday (22 September).
Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI BALI) once again hosted the Sixth Bali-Bhuwana-Waskita International Seminar, entitled “Parama-Jnana-Patra: True Knowledge in Context,” at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI BALI, on Tuesday (22 September). The seminar served as an academic and creative forum bringing together academics, researchers, and practitioners from Indonesia and abroad to discuss knowledge and creativity in the fields of art, design, literature, and culture from diverse contemporary perspectives.
The event was opened by Vice Rector for Planning, General Affairs, and Finance of ISI BALI, Dr. Made Jodog. Prof. Jaygo Bloom, MFA, from LASALLE College of the Arts, participated as the keynote speaker.
Chair of the Bali-Bhuwana-Waskita VI organizing committee, Dr. Arya Pageh Wibawa, stated that the international seminar featured a total of 45 speakers from Indonesia and various countries. The participants comprised one keynote speaker, six invited speakers, and 38 speakers selected through the Call for Papers process.
A number of academics and practitioners also shared their perspectives at the forum, including Dr. Edward Walter Herbst, an ethnomusicologist; Ts. Dr. Ellyana Mohd Muslim Tan from Universiti Teknologi MARA; Mrs. Misako Masuzumi, CTO of BESTIE Co., Ltd.; and Dr. Hamam Supriyadi, M.A., from Thammasat University. Representing ISI BALI, the forum featured Dr. I Nyoman Laba, S.Sn., M.Sn., and Dr. I Kadek Widnyana, M.Si., as speakers.
Photo: The Sixth Bali-Bhuwana-Waskita International Seminar, entitled “Parama-Jnana-Patra: True Knowledge in Context,” at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI BALI, Tuesday (22 September).
Through the theme “Parama-Jnana-Patra: True Knowledge in Context,” the seminar encouraged participants to view knowledge not merely as a collection of information, but as something that must be understood and applied appropriately within its context. This perspective is particularly significant for the development of research in art, design, literature, and cultural studies, which continue to encounter evolving conditions and contemporary challenges.
The forum also served as a platform for knowledge exchange among participants from diverse academic backgrounds and fields of professional practice. The ideas presented by the speakers were expected to foster dialogue, broaden perspectives, and encourage the development of research and creative practices that remain relevant to contemporary developments.
In his remarks, Vice Rector for Planning, General Affairs, and Finance of ISI BALI, Dr. Made Jodog, expressed his appreciation to all speakers and participants for their contributions to the seminar. He expressed the hope that the academic forum would strengthen knowledge exchange and create broader opportunities for collaboration in the fields of art, design, literature, and culture.
The Sixth Bali-Bhuwana-Waskita International Seminar further reaffirmed ISI BALI’s commitment to providing an academic platform that brings together local and global perspectives. Through forums of this kind, knowledge in the fields of art and culture is expected to continue evolving through dialogue, research, and creative practice grounded in appropriate contexts.
Photo: The Folklore Seminar entitled “What is Folklore for Us Today?” at the Video Conference Room, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI BALI, Thursday (24 September).
Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI BALI) served as one of the venues for the 2026 Nusantara International Folklore Festival (NIFF) through a Folklore Seminar entitled “What is Folklore for Us Today?”. The seminar explored the relevance of folklore in contemporary society and was held at the Video Conference Room, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI BALI, on Thursday (24 September).
The seminar was opened by Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Cooperation of ISI BALI, Prof. Dr. I Komang Sudirga. The event featured Indonesian dance maestro and choreographer Didik Nini Thowok, as well as Dr. I Kadek Widnyana, SPP., M.Si., Vice Dean for Student Affairs and Cooperation and lecturer in the Puppetry Study Program, Faculty of Performing Arts, ISI BALI. The discussion was moderated by Dr. Nungki Kusumastuti, an artist and cultural arts practitioner.
The seminar addressed questions concerning the position and relevance of folklore amid the transformations taking place in contemporary society. Folklore was not viewed merely as a cultural heritage inherited from the past, but also as a form of knowledge and cultural expression that remains alive, continues to evolve, and acquires new meanings over time.
Photo: The Folklore Seminar entitled “What is Folklore for Us Today?” at the Video Conference Room, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI BALI, Thursday (24 September).
The participation of Didik Nini Thowok provided a perspective grounded in his extensive experience in the performing arts and the development of Indonesian dance traditions. Meanwhile, an academic perspective was contributed by Dr. I Kadek Widnyana, whose expertise encompasses both scholarly inquiry and artistic practice in the field of performing arts.
The discussion was particularly relevant in the context of NIFF 2026, which brings together traditional arts from various regions of Indonesia with artistic groups from several countries. The festival positions folklore as a space for cultural encounters and as a medium through which communities can explore identity, knowledge, and stories that continue to live within society.
NIFF 2026 carries the theme “Global Rhythms, Shared Stories” and takes place in Bali from 25–28 September 2026. The festival brings together participants from Indonesia and several other countries, including Japan, Poland, Thailand, and New Zealand. Its program encompasses performances, workshops, and various cultural exchange activities.
ISI BALI’s involvement in the NIFF 2026 program broadens the space for dialogue among academics, artists, practitioners, and cultural communities. The seminar “What is Folklore for Us Today?” also provided an opportunity to reconsider how folklore can continue to be understood and developed while maintaining its connection to the cultural roots of the communities from which it emerges.
Photo:Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the preparation of profile books on Small and Medium-Sized Industries (IKM) engaged in textile and metal crafts in Gianyar Regency, Friday (18 September), at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium.
Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI BALI), in collaboration with the Gianyar Regency Department of Industry and Trade, held a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) entitled “Gina-Jnana-Guna (The Charisma of Knowledge and Mastery)” on Friday (18 September). Held at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium, Citta Kelangen Building, 3rd Floor, ISI BALI, the activity formed part of the process of preparing profile books on Small and Medium-Sized Industries (IKM) engaged in textile and metal crafts in Gianyar Regency.
The FGD was organized to deepen and document the rich craft heritage of Gianyar, encompassing the taxonomy of textile and metal crafts, the historical development of craft enterprises, production capacity, and the resilience of IKM practitioners in responding to various challenges and changes within the industry. This in-depth exploration is expected to strengthen documentation while providing an overview of the potential development of Gianyar’s textile and metal craft industries in the future.
In his remarks, the Rector of ISI BALI, Prof. Dr. Wayan ‘Kun’ Adnyana, stated that the process of engaging directly with business owners and artisans demonstrates the considerable potential of Gianyar’s craft sector for continued development. The research teams from the Craft Study Program and Design Study Program at ISI BALI also identified various forms of evidence demonstrating the resilience of IKM practitioners amid changes in the business environment.
Photo:Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the preparation of profile books on Small and Medium-Sized Industries (IKM) engaged in textile and metal crafts in Gianyar Regency, Friday (18 September), at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium.
“The in-depth exploration conducted with our resource persons, including entrepreneurs and small- and medium-scale artisans, increasingly demonstrates that Gianyar possesses significant potential for continued development in the future. We identified various facts and experiences that illustrate how IKM practitioners have maintained the sustainability of their businesses amid a range of challenges, from increasingly intense competition and limitations and shortages of raw materials to the emergence of new industries. Their ability to adapt, innovate, and preserve inherited craft knowledge constitutes an important element of their resilience. These findings are therefore essential to understanding the future of Gianyar’s craft sector,” he explained.
The findings of the study were subsequently developed into two books: Sawen Wastra Gianyar, which presents the profiles of 20 selected IKM enterprises and textile artisans, and Tatah Logam Titah Leluhur, which documents selected IKM enterprises and metal artisans in Gianyar Regency.
The Chairperson of the Gianyar Regency Regional Council of the National Craft Council (Dekranasda), Dr. Surya Adnyani Mahayastra, who officially opened the FGD, emphasized the importance of documenting and preserving Gianyar’s craft heritage, particularly as Gianyar has been recognized as a World Craft City.
“As a World Craft City, Gianyar possesses a rich craft heritage that must be continuously safeguarded and preserved. The challenge is not merely to maintain inherited works, but also to ensure that the knowledge, skills, and values associated with them remain alive and can be transmitted to future generations. Therefore, the collaboration between the Gianyar Regency Government and ISI BALI in preparing these books represents an important step toward comprehensively documenting Gianyar’s craft and textile heritage. Through this FGD, the direct experiences and knowledge of artisans can be collected as a basis for formulating more appropriate development strategies, while also providing valuable input for the Gianyar Regency Government in sustaining, advancing, and expanding appreciation for Gianyar’s craft and textile heritage,” she stated.
Photo:Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the preparation of profile books on Small and Medium-Sized Industries (IKM) engaged in textile and metal crafts in Gianyar Regency, Friday (18 September), at the Kirtya Sabha Mahottama Auditorium.
The Chairperson of the Book Preparation Team, Nyoman Dewi Pebryani, ST., MA., Ph.D., presented an update on the development of the two books, which are being prepared by a team of 12 researchers. Sawen Wastra Gianyar is intended to document the distinctive characteristics of Gianyar’s textile heritage, encompassing techniques, motifs, colors, and systems of knowledge transmission from one generation to the next. The book consists of three chapters addressing endek, songket, and textiles produced using natural dyes.
Meanwhile, Tatah Logam Titah Leluhur highlights the dedication of Gianyar’s metal artisans to preserving the traditional heritage of gold and silver engraving while simultaneously developing creative approaches to address contemporary needs. The book consists of four chapters covering kris and heirloom artisans; silver engraving for sesuhunan, wayang pacadatu, and sequences of uang kepeng, as well as the development of contemporary metal and silver crafts; branding innovations to expand market reach; and the development of metal crafts as souvenir products.
The FGD featured four resource persons representing the experiences and perspectives of practitioners in Gianyar’s textile and metal craft industries. Ni Nengah Sri Swarti Asih, owner of Sri Intan Jewelry, presented “Accessory Design Creativity and Sustainable Business Management.” This was followed by I Made Megayasa, Chairperson of the Celuk Design Center, who presented “Productivity and Capital Support for Metal Craft Industries.”
From the textile sector, Ida Bagus Adnyana, owner of Pertenunan Putri Ayu, presented “Innovation and Knowledge Transmission in Gianyar Weaving,” while Pande Nyoman Yori Pratana, the next-generation successor of Pertenunan Setia Cap Cili, addressed “Resilience and Regeneration of Gianyar Textile Artisans.”
These four perspectives enrich the preparation of the IKM profiles by documenting not only the products themselves, but also the knowledge, business experiences, regeneration processes, innovations, business management practices, and strategies employed by artisans to sustain their enterprises.
Through this FGD, Sawen Wastra Gianyar and Tatah Logam Titah Leluhur are being developed as more than conventional profile books. Both publications are expected to serve as documentation of Gianyar’s rich craft heritage, particularly in the textile and metal sectors, while also functioning as instruments for preserving the knowledge and traditions of artisans so that they can be transmitted to future generations.
The two books are also expected to serve as promotional resources for leading IKM products in Gianyar Regency, reaching local communities, tourists, collectors, and broader markets. At the same time, the documentation is expected to strengthen the identity and distinctive characteristics of Gianyar products by highlighting the relationship between craftsmanship, creativity, culture, and ancestral values.
Furthermore, the findings of the study are expected to serve as a reference for the development of Gianyar’s IKM sector, particularly in relation to artisan regeneration, design innovation, product quality enhancement, branding development, and expanded market access.
Thus, the preparation of these two books seeks not only to document what has been inherited but also to map how Gianyar’s craft knowledge and skills can continue to thrive, evolve, and be transmitted to future generations.
