The Issues Of The World Are Only Temporary, But The Issues Of The Soul Are Eternal
The artwork depicts the rapid advancements of the Industrial Revolution, particularly Industry 4.0, which, while catering to material needs, risks overshadowing the spiritual essence of humanity. It questions whether today's technological progress can address the sacred nature of human spirituality, emphasizing the importance of balancing physical and spiritual needs. Inspired by Buddhist and Christian teachings, the painting suggests that true human fulfillment comes from prioritizing spiritual well-being and guiding material progress. Ultimately, it calls for a deeper understanding that humans, though minor in the vast universe, must harmonize their technological advancements with spiritual wisdom to achieve proper balance and well-being.
Rangga Jalu Pamungkas
Rangga Jalu Pamungkas comes from Sragen, Central Java. Since high school, he has majored in Science and has completed a Bachelor of Arts program in fine arts majoring in painting at ISI Yogyakarta in 2019. After graduating from his studies at ISI Yogyakarta, Rangga joined the Yogyakarta-based 'Makaradhvaja Javanese Literacy Study House', for philological studies and several research projects on history, archeology, and art; especially on the basis of ancient and classical Javanese literary...