Art Jakarta 2024 is set to captivate art enthusiasts and collectors alike as it returns to JIEXPO Kemayoran in the city of Jakarta, a dynamic metropolis with a long history of creative and artistic ventures. Taking place from October 4–6, 2024, the fair will bring together 73 notable galleries from Indonesia, Southeast Asia, and beyond, showcasing the best of their collections while enhancing the overall audience experience.

“We are very pleased by the return of participants with such high enthusiasm, which signifies the exhibitors’ trust in Art Jakarta. In fact, the number of partners presenting this year has increased (four Lead Partners, ten Main Partners), meaning that not only is there more support for the artists, but Art Jakarta’s partnerships are also expanding. This is evident, for example, in AJX, our collaboration with institutions or private companies with special collections, where we engage two institutions: ISI Denpasar (Bali), and Eugene Museum (Bali). This is also the reason we are expanding the space at JIEXPO Kemayoran, from two halls to three (C3 and B3, now also C1). With this, we aim to enhance the overall audience experience with a larger area, more comfortable facilities, and an improved exhibition flow,” says Enin Supriyanto (Artistic Director).

With the support of the Lead Partners—Julius Baer, UOB Indonesia, Bibit and Stockbit, and Treasury — Art Jakarta 2024 is poised to be an unmissable event, highlighting the diverse artistic expressions and creative spirit that represent the regional art scene.

Continuing its long-standing tradition of supporting the arts, Julius Baer is delighted to further deepen its engagement with the arts scene in Indonesia. This year, prominent Indonesian artist Sunaryo, celebrated for his innovative approach to contemporary art, will showcase a special exhibition of his artworks, including several new pieces, at the Julius Baer VIP Lounge. His artworks reflect a deep connection to Indonesian culture and dedication to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.

UOB Indonesia, known for its longstanding support of the arts in Asia through the UOB Painting of the Year competition, will feature artworks from 12 Indonesian and four international Southeast Asian artists, all past winners of the competition, at the UOB Art Space during Art Jakarta 2024.

Bibit and Stockbit, meanwhile, will present “Knit by Knit,” a collaborative artwork exploring the theme of financial management through a creative lens. Partnering with acclaimed artist Cinanti Astria Johansjah and the innovative collective Rajut Kejut, the presentation delves into the intersection of art and finance, offering a unique perspective on the importance of consistency and financial planning. Through thought-provoking visuals and narratives, it reflects their commitment to empowering individuals on their financial journeys.

Bringing the theme “Darkness to Gold”, Treasury presents a booth that invites the audience to explore gold as a metaphor. Just as gold is refined through intense heat and pressure, an individual grows stronger through challenges. Gold’s rarity and enduring lustre symbolise the hard-earned rewards of overcoming adversity. Through perseverance, they emerge transformed and enriched by experience, much like gold rising from raw material in the earth’s depths.

This year, the Art Jakarta Gallery, the centerpiece of the fair, will captivate visitors with a lineup of 39 national galleries and 34 foreign galleries from countries including Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, China, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, and Australia, showcasing an extraordinary range of artistic talent.

With further support from the following Main Partners, Art Jakarta 2024 will also unveil special presentations by artists, as highlighted below: SUPERMUSIC, will present “Super Art Box,” an invitation to explore and embark on new adventures, bringing a one-stop dynamic musictainment media that showcases artworks by SUPERMUSIC Superstar Winners; Smeg will present 100 unique designs through its collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana, called Frigorifero d’arte (Refrigerators of Art), which is inspired by Italian stories and culture; collaborating with this/PLAY, Roca will exhibit “Naked Tone,” an installation that invites visitors to step into an alternate reality, like closing one’s eyes while immersed in a song, celebrating the liberating act of singing in the shower; iForte, Indonesia’s premier telecommunications infrastructure and B2B internet service provider, collaborates with the talented artist Eldwin Pradipta to create “DataFlesh,” a two-sided interactive projection on a semi-transparent material that reacts visually to audience movement from both sides; using materials from Taco—the leading provider of interior solutions in Indonesia, the artist duo indieguerillas takes up the challenge to play with the letters T, A, C, and O to present a installation titled “In Collaboratio Veritas” that represents the strength of unity and the pleasure of collaboration; Johnnie Walker Blue Label together with HONF from Yogyakarta presents “Immaculate Virtue,” a collaboration that emphasizes high standards, global cultural engagement, and inspirational narratives, integrating the luxury and craftsmanship of premium spirits with HONF’s ethical and innovative artistic practices; reflecting the spirit of the Next Gen MINI that values sustainability while emphasizing the joyfulness, artist Erwin Windu Pranata will bring back fun and excitement through the assemblage art “Ketok Mejik,” which incorporates the Mini J01 by using colourful and reusable everyday objects; the hospitality group Artotel Wanderlust collaborates with renowned artist Uji “Hahan” Handoko to reinterpret the term “rockstar” outside the music industry through the installation “Pelantang 20-20.000 Hertz” at Art Jakarta 2024; the collaboration Vinilon x Stanley at Art Jakarta 2024 will feature “Hydrogrid, Hydration,” an installation presented as an elastic yet sturdy structure and integrated as both a seating area and a place where visitors can utilize a refillable water facility, offering comfort after a day of exploring the Fair; last but not least, Yayasan RMHC will present a silent auction for charity in an interactive booth, designed to engage the youth through the campaign “Bear4Love,” featuring artworks by ten celebrated artists: Abenk Alter, Arifin Nief, Darbotz, Diana Puspita Putri, Made Wianta, Muklay, Nue Prastowo, Pande Giri, Richard Schmidt, and Rizal Hasan.

With more exhibitors and partnerships than in its previous edition, the Fair will showcase an impressive range of contemporary artworks across multiple mediums, reflecting current trends and developments in the regional art scenes. In addition to these presentations, visitors will have the opportunity to engage with diverse artistic expressions through the Fair’s signature program outlined below:

AJ SPOT is a platform for special presentations of art installations tailored to the Fair, exhibited in public areas within the fairground. Art Jakarta 2024 proudly presents artworks by talented artists Iwan Yusuf (Nadi Gallery Jakarta), Timoteus Anggawan Kusno (Kohesi Initiatives Yogyakarta), Syaiful Garibaldi (ROH, Jakarta), and Tisna Sanjaya (ArtSociates Bandung); AJX, a collaborative initiative between Art Jakarta and various institutions and private companies, presents their collections to a wider audience. This will provide an opportunity for the public to view many artworks for the first time, presented by the Indonesian Institute of the Arts Denpasar (Bali) and Eugene Museum in Bali (Eugene Kangawa); AJ SCENE is a section dedicated to artist collectives, studios, and projects, allowing them to present their merchandise and publications. As one of the most energetic parts of the Fair, SCENE serves as a platform for these entities to gain wider exposure and enhance their presence among the art audience; Play by UOB Indonesia is a space designed to nurture children’s creativity under the guidance of Ni Nyoman Sani, the 2023 UOB Painting of the Year winner. This year’s Play by UOB Indonesia, titled “We Are All Beautiful,” will offer an interactive and dynamic environment where children can engage with art in playful and imaginative ways; AJ TALK is a platform for dialogue between experts, observers, artists, collectors, and curators, providing them with an opportunity to share their experiences and knowledge with the audience. This year’s program includes presentations from Hyphen–, Galeri Nasional, Gang Kabel Publisher, SUPERMUSIC, and UOB Indonesia.

About Julius Baer

Julius Baer, headquartered in Zurich, is the leading Swiss wealth management group. With a focus on servicing and advising sophisticated private clients, in all we do, we are inspired by the purpose of creating value beyond wealth. Our client-centric approach, objective advice, solid financial base, and entrepreneurial management culture make us the international reference in wealth management. We are present in 25 countries and 60 locations.

Julius Baer has a rich heritage of supporting the arts. Since its establishment in Zurich in 1981, the Julius Baer Art Collection has grown to include over 5,000 artworks. This impressive collection features works by some of Switzerland’s most important contemporary artists and encompasses paintings, photographs, sculptures, videos, graphic arts and drawings.

Extending Julius Baer’s support of the arts to Asia, our second home market, we are proud to contribute to the development of local arts communities through our partnerships with selected art fairs in the region. We are very pleased to continue our partnership with Art Jakarta as the Lead Partner for the third consecutive year, reinforcing our commitment to the arts scene in Indonesia.

About UOB Indonesia

UOB Indonesia is a subsidiary of United Overseas Bank Limited, a leading bank in Asia with a global network committed to serving the customers’ financial needs through its suite of consumer banking, wholesale banking products and services, investment management while assisting companies with their business expansion in Indonesia and across ASEAN.

UOB believes in being a responsible financial services provider and is committed to making a difference in the lives of its stakeholders and in the communities in which it operates. Just as the Bank is dedicated to helping customers manage their finances wisely and to grow their businesses, UOB is steadfast in its support of social development, particularly in the areas of art, children and education.

UOB Indonesia is proud to be a leading art patron, particularly through the UOB Painting of the Year which marks its 14th edition this year in Indonesia. In its seventh partnership with Art Jakarta, UOB Indonesia presents an art space of over 148.5 sqm, showcasing artworks from the Indonesia UOB Painting of the Year winners. It also features Play by UOB Indonesia, designed by Ni Nyoman Sani, the 2023 UOB Painting of the Year winner, for children to nurture creativity and imagination.

* This post is presented by Art Jakarta.