S.Dwi Stya Acong

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About the artwork

In "Garden Activity #1," S Dwi Stya Acong presents a figure within a dense, verdant garden, their face tilted upwards, gazing towards an unseen point above. The artist's signature loose brushstrokes and a palette rich in greens and subtle purples create a sense of immediacy and natural vibrancy. The figure, partially obscured by the foliage, seems to be engaged in a moment of quiet observation or perhaps a silent communion with the surrounding environment. Unlike the previous pieces in the series, here the figure is actively looking upwards, suggesting a sense of aspiration or a connection to something beyond the immediate garden space. This upward gaze, combined with the lush, enveloping foliage, evokes a feeling of being both grounded and reaching, hinting at the introspective nature of engaging with the natural world. "Garden Activity #1" continues to explore the ambiguity of "activity" within the garden, suggesting that observation and quiet contemplation are valid and meaningful forms of engagement.

About the artist

S. Dwi Stya Acong was born in 1977 in Malang, East Java, Indonesia. Acong studied Fine Art at the Indonesia Institute of the Art, Yogyakarta. The way in which light is captured in Acong's paintings is reminiscent of the repertoire of the earlier Impressionists. Through his short, unblended brushstrokes, he achieves an effect of intense color vibrations. This makes further apparent the rupture between time and space, which is the recurring theme of his works. The anonymous men always seem out of place within the luxuriant hues of the paintings, yet they also make Acong's compositions particularly haunting and unforgettable. As S.Dwi Stya Acong renders absurd situations with stunning ease, he presents us with a fresh interpretation of Surrealist art. S.Dwi Stya Acong was one of the finalists for the Philip Morris Indonesia Art Award in 2000. He has participated in numerous group exhibitions in Indonesia, Malaysia, China and Taiwan.