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Art & Culture 3 years ago

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Creating against the tide: Indonesia's ethnic artists dare to push the bounds

In a country with strong religious underpinnings, Indonesian ethnic artists face unique challenges in pursuing their craft and preserving their cultures.

Art & Culture 3 years ago

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Libya’s traditional jewelry hangs on by silver thread

In Tripoli's Old City, young Libyans weave delicate patterns with threads of silver and gold to create traditional filigree jewelry, reviving an art almost lost through decades of dictatorship and war.

National 6 years ago

Hundreds of djembe drum producers in Blitar stop production because of COVID-19 outbreak

Djembe drums, a traditional African musical instrument made of wood and sheep or goat hide, have been a popular product for craftsmen in Blitar since 2015, due to a surge in demand from China.

Business 6 years ago

Govt to use online platform to sell items made by inmates

Business empowerment for convicts has been a recurring program run by the Law and Human Rights Ministry for the last seven years, with support from the Industry Ministry.

News 7 years ago

Gianyar proposed as World Craft City

Gianyar regency in Bali has been proposed to become a World Craft City because the regency fulfills the World Craft Council's criteria.

Art & Culture 7 years ago

Singgih S. Kartono: From the village to the world

Living in a village does not get in the way of creativity.

People 7 years ago

Vietnam craftsman makes World Cup mascots from eggshells

Nguyen Thanh Tam, 67, spends hours every day making the models, driven by his football fanaticism.

Lifestyle 7 years ago

Neon nostalgia in Hong Kong as lights go out

Neon sign maker Wu Chi-kai is one of the last remaining craftsmen of his kind in Hong Kong, a city where darkness never really falls thanks to the 24-hour glow of myriads of lights.

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