S.Dwi Stya Acong

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About the artwork

S. Dwi Stya Acong’s Relation presents an emotionally charged scene set amidst lush, overgrown foliage, where two figures embrace with deep intensity. The painting’s expressive brushstrokes capture the raw, almost melancholic reunion, emphasizing themes of love, longing, and reconciliation. The dense greenery enveloping them suggests both isolation and protection, symbolizing nature as a witness to human connection. The contrast between the chaotic brushwork and the tenderness of the embrace evokes a complex narrative—perhaps one of separation and return. Relation invites viewers to reflect on the bonds that endure through time, loss, and the unpredictability of life’s journey.

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.