
Joko Nastain
I’m an artist originally from Klaten, a small town between Yogyakarta and Surakarta in Central Java, Indonesia. I taught myself how to paint with limited resources, which motivated me to move—first to Bali, then to Yogyakarta—to seek broader opportunities and connect with the art community.
My early inspiration came from Tino Sidin, whose TV show I loved as a child, and later from Affandi, whose biography and artistic journey deeply influenced me. I work primarily with acrylic on canvas, expressing my thoughts, feelings, and imagination through two-dimensional works. Lately, my inspiration comes from the boundless creativity of children. My art carries the message: let kids be kids—encourage their freedom to play, think, and express. One of my biggest dreams is to exhibit my work internationally. My guiding principle is simple: “Create with honesty and happiness.”
Joko Nastain
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