Pekak (Grandfather)
Rilona Murwiki
100x130 CM
$3,600.00
Pekak (Grandfather)
$3,600.00
Pekak (Grandfather) is a deeply personal tribute to my late grandfather, who passed away a few years ago. During his life, I was not very close to him because of the different language, but through the process of painting, I found myself connecting to his quiet strength and presence in a way I hadn't before. This painting explores themes of family, memory, and reconciliation - capturing not only likeness but also emotional distance and closeness that can coexist in familial relationships. By painting him, I felt I was able to know him better, to honor his story, and to carry a piece of him forward through my art.
about the artist
Rilona Murwiki
My name is Lona and I am a self-taught photographer and painter. I bought my first camera, learned to paint at the age of 20, and began traveling around Indonesia on my motorcycle. Following my eye for beauty, I’ve explored Bali, Flores, Lombok, and many more breathtaking places. During my travels, I discovered three main muses: the beauty of landscapes, textures, and the human figure. My artistic process is a blend of intention, intuition, and feeling. The true subje...
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