Don’t Miss ARTJOG 2024! 'Forecast' Through Dozens of Works by Local and International Artists

ARTJOG 2023 Documentation

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Hello, Sobat Pesona (Tourism Enthusiasts)! When you hear the song "Yogyakarta" by KLa Project, it surely makes you long for a holiday in Yogyakarta, right?

Speaking of Yogyakarta, this city isn’t just about Pasar Beringharjo or the Yogyakarta Palace (Keraton). In fact, this city, known as both a tourism hub and a student city, offers a wide variety of exciting events to check out.

So, for those of you planning a trip to Yogyakarta soon, why not also stop by the ARTJOG 2024 art exhibition? Curious about what interesting things will take place during the event? Let’s take a quick look below!

1. ARTJOG as a Barometer of Contemporary Art in Indonesia

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First held in 2008, ARTJOG—originally called Jogja Art Fair and a part of the FKY (Yogyakarta Art Festival)—has become one of the most anticipated contemporary art exhibitions for art enthusiasts. Over time, in 2010, the name ARTJOG was adopted and has been used ever since.

ARTJOG is widely regarded as a barometer for contemporary art in Indonesia, and this perception is well-deserved. Each year, the event showcases artists from a variety of disciplines, featuring artworks ranging from two-dimensional and three-dimensional pieces to performance art and installation art.

ARTJOG is known as a well-organized event, offering curatorial tours, artist meet-and-greets, art performances, and historical tours of ASRI (the Indonesian Academy of Fine Arts) when the event is held at the Jogja National Museum.

Behind the success of the annual ARTJOG event, there is a key figure who plays a central role. Yup, it's Heri Pemad, the founder and CEO of ARTJOG. His involvement in the art world is quite significant. Since 2004, he established Art Management, which later became PT Heri Pemad Management in 2008.

ARTJOG has attracted an increasing number of art enthusiasts each year. This year, ARTJOG is scheduled to run for 65 days, from June 28 to September 1, 2024, at the Jogja National Museum in Yogyakarta.

To get to the Jogja National Museum, you can travel by private vehicle or use public transportation. Starting from Kilometer Zero in Yogyakarta, head west on Jalan KH. Ahmad Dahlan for 1.3 km, then continue towards Pasar Serangan, and you’ll find the Jogja National Museum on the left side of the road.

2. Carrying the theme Motif: Prophecy

Collaborating with Hendro Wiyanto as the exhibition's curatorial team, ARTJOG 2024 adopts the theme Motif: Prophecy. This theme references Indonesian culture, rich with various forms of prophecy, such as traditional predictions, poetry, chants, teachings, and more.

The theme also aims to invite artists to connect with the past and integrate it into future prophecies, which are always full of possibilities. At the ARTJOG 2024 exhibition, visitors will experience a variety of artworks from 47 of the finest artists, both from Indonesia and abroad.

3. Offering a Variety of Exciting Programs for Visitors

To provide diverse, high-quality entertainment for visitors, ARTJOG has collaborated with various organizations, including the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara (MACAN) Foundation, the Yogyakarta Cultural Office, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, and the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf) of Indonesia.

This year, ARTJOG 2024 once again presents exciting programs such as the Young Artist Award (an appreciation program for young artists under 33 years old, ongoing since ARTJOG 2013), ARTJOG Kids (a platform for children's art and activities), performa•ARTJOG, Exhibition Tour, Meet the Artist, Artcare, and Jogja Art Weeks.

4. Tickets Are Available on the Official ARTJOG Website

Presale tickets for the ARTJOG 2024 event are available from June 3–15, 2024. The ticket price is quite affordable at only Rp50,000 per person. If you're interested in purchasing tickets, you can go directly to the website at artjog.id!

For those planning to bring children, there’s no need to worry about extra costs—children under the age of 6 are granted free entry. Sounds great, right? So, how about it? Are you interested in visiting, Sobat Pesona?

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After exploring the ARTJOG 2024 art exhibition, don't forget to indulge in some delicious, traditional Yogyakarta cuisine!

1. Taste the Flavors of Culinary Delights at the Legendary Warung Gudeg Yu Djum

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A trip to Yogyakarta wouldn't be complete without tasting its iconic dish, Gudeg. This dish is made from young jackfruit cooked in coconut milk. Gudeg is typically served with rice, eggs, tofu, and sambal krecek, and it is dry, meaning it is not served in a broth, also known as "Gudeg kering." The dish is characterized by its brown color, which comes from teak leaves.

If you're visiting Yogyakarta, make sure to stop by the legendary Gudeg Warung Yu Djum. Established in 1950, this restaurant offers an affordable menu, with prices ranging from Rp 18,000 to Rp 60,000 per serving.

If you're curious to try this dish, you can visit Gudeg Yu Djum Wijilan at 167 Wijilan Street, Panembahan, Kraton District, Yogyakarta 55131. If you're near Malioboro, it's just a 4-minute drive, about 1 km away.

2. Experience the Sensation of Dining in a Countryside Atmosphere at Warung Kopi Klotok

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If you're looking to experience a different atmosphere while dining in Yogyakarta, you should visit Warung Kopi Klotok. This restaurant offers something unique compared to the usual spots.

Upon arriving, you'll be greeted by the traditional Javanese Joglo architecture surrounded by rice fields. The tranquil setting, far from the hustle and bustle of the city, will make you want to spend more time at this cozy dining spot.

Although the name of the restaurant is Warung Kopi Klotok, the menu offered to visitors is not just coffee. You can choose from a variety of delicious dishes such as sayur lodeh, sayur asem, sego megono, tahu bacem, tempe garit, crispy eggs, lodeh terong, pindang goreng, and fried bananas.

The drinks available are also quite varied, including Teh Tawar, Es Teh Manis, Es Jeruk, Teh Tubruk Gulo Batu, and Kopi Klotok.

The best part is that the food and drinks here are very budget-friendly, with prices ranging from Rp 3,000 to Rp 15,000.

Warung Kopi Klotok is located at Jalan Kaliurang No.16, Sawah area, Pakem District, Sleman. It’s only about 15 kilometers from the city center, and you’ll need around 30 minutes of travel by car to get there.

The restaurant is open every day from 07:00 AM to 09:00 PM. The best time to visit and enjoy the traditional Yogyakarta dishes is in the late afternoon, just before sunset.

3. Enjoy the Savory Goat Meat Dishes at Warung Tengkleng Gajah

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Although the name of the restaurant is Warung Tengkleng Gajah, the dishes served to visitors aren't made from elephant meat but goat meat. The name "Tengkleng Gajah" refers to the large portion sizes offered.

The restaurant has a variety of delicious dishes, including fried satay, goat curry (gule kambing), tongseng, tengkleng, fried rice, fried chicken, and other tasty options. For drinks, they offer Sarsaparilla, Es Jeruk (orange iced drink), Es Teh Manis (sweet iced tea), Kopi Susu (milk coffee), Black Coffee, and various fruit juices.

The menu items at Warung Tengkleng Gajah are quite affordable. The large portion meals are priced at Rp 47,000, which can be shared between two people. The white rice costs Rp 8,000, and you can refill it as many times as you like.

If you want to give it a try, you can visit the location at Kaliurang St No.Km.9, RT 04/RW 3, Gantalan, Minomartani, Ngaglik, Sleman Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta. From the Malioboro area, it takes about 26 minutes or around 12 km by private vehicle to reach Kaliurang Street.

To stay updated on information about tourist destinations, events, and interesting facts, be sure to check the website at event.indonesia.travel. Let’s travel #DiIndonesiaAja to better understand the diverse cultures and support the growth of Indonesia's economy!