"Art Project" Prints at Star Wars Day Jakarta #SWDJKT

Above art by: Rukmunal Hakim

Above-left: Rhoald Marcellius / Above-right: Toolkit04
Bottom-Left: Jessica Kholinne / Bottom-Right: Ario Anindito
Now that you've seen the artwork for the "Art Project" on exhibition at last weekend's Star Wars Day Jakarta, here's a look at some of the giclee prints that were made available for sale (priced at an average of IDR$100,000 / SGD$13 / US$10) and most limited to 30 pieces only. Apparently there were more on Day One, but I missed all of them (*wails*), but snagged the rest on Day 2!

There was also a scheduled signing by some of the artists, but their delayed timing clashed with a pre-planned activity I had, so I went home with no signatures - which is a waste, as it would be so much more enriching if they were signed … nevertheless, no news thus far if any remaining prints would be available for online sales, but will update accordingly…


(Prints on sale, from two sweet ladies with even sweeter smiles!)

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"Art Project" @ Star Wars Day Jakarta #SWDJKT

One aspect of Star Wars Day Jakarta, for me personally, was the SWDJKT: "Art Project" exhibition. Curated and organized by Yudi Andhika, on show were a myriad of artwork depicting scenes and characters from the Star Wars lore, including ANTZ, Clogtwo and Inkten representing Singapore!

Shown up top is the poster for the Art Project - as done by housethehouse studio - but was unable to make the first day launch of the 2-day weekend show, unfortunately amongst a few other artists/designers' too.




Thus far I had also featured works from The Yellow Dino (with Marine Ramdhani), Castella Natalia, Wiyoga Muhardanto and David The Killer (all 3-dimensional pieces, actually), and even the "Live" Graffiti session featuring The Yellow Dino, Bedlam and Mr KumKum … and today we take a look at all other canvas artwork! Mind you, my photographs does the actual artwork no justice, baring the flares, whiteouts from spotlights … forgive me?


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What I truly enjoy about this exhibition, was the interpretation of fictional characters from as far back as nearly four decades ago, by artists who might not have actually sat in the cinema seats when the film(s) premiered (which isn't and should't be the issue at all, as Yudi explained in the video below), and that amongst all the celebration of Star Wars - which consisted of merchandize and memorabilia, and toys etc - is this refreshing depiction+creation of art, in both 2D and 3D forms. Bravo, everyone!



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As well, images seen in the slideshows above (and more!) has been posted in THIS dedicated Facebook album for all to view! Again I offer my apologies, as I do not have all the artists' information, so please feel free to add your name and URL-links to your relevant page = it's all good, folks!

I had an interview with "Art Project" Curator (who insists on being called "Organizer" instead) Yudi Andhika aka The Yellow Dino about the project's genesis (my humble apologies for the lackluster audio recordingm please tune the volume way up top listen!):

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"Darth Goes to the Disco" by Wiyoga Muhardanto for "Art Project" @ Star Wars Day Jakarta #SWDJKT

One of the more memorable happenings in the inevitable Art Toy Culture versus Star Wars history, is The Vader Project, helmed by DKE Toys, which resulted in a spectacular series of customized 1:1 scaled Darth Vader helmets seen in a series of shows and exhibitions, culminating in an Auction and published in a Catalog (which I do not own, but one day will find a way to … one day …), and by which every other project thusly, has since been compared and referenced to.



Seen on display at last weekend's Star Wars Day Jakarta, was this mirror-ball-styled severed Vader-head on show at the Art Project" exhibition arena. Titled "Darth Goes to the Disco", it was by contemporary artist Wiyoga Muhardanto, and while this was not a wholly "original" concept, it was a nice dash of reminiscence to be had, IMHO :)

And I have a feeling Darth is a "Earth, Wind and Fire" sorta guy, no? Heh :)

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DTK by David The Killer (for "Art Project" @ Star Wars Day Jakarta)

A "surprising" showcase at the recent weekend's Star Wars Day Jakarta's "Art Project", was the display of David The Killer's resin figure! Recently teased, the resin figure donned it's Storm Trooper helmet for his public display debut! Yes, it has two interchangeable heads :)

Dubbed "DTK", the figure had an Ultraman "toy" grasped in one hand, while the other had a stick of cigarette - both vices of David - who mentioned: "…for those who are asking, yes this will be made for sale in the future, still figuring out some colours and concepts, thanks for the support guys!"

DTK was on display next to the illustration by Fredy Chandra (Shown bottom-right). Stay tuned for further product and availability updates, folks!

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Welcome To The Darkside: "Live" Mural Painting seen @ Star Wars Day jakarta (#SWDJKT)

(Above: Finished Mural pic via @theyellowdino)
Part of the festivities for the recent weekend's Star Wars Day Jakarta, was the "live" mural painting (which I constantly use the term now in lieu of "graffiti" heehee) perpetrated by Bedlamorama, The Yellow Dino and Mr KumKum - who tricked out The Fett, a Chibi-Trooper and Darth Maul! The name of the collective piece? "Welcome To The Darkside"!




The mural happened right in front of the entrance of Balai Kartini, with crowds of folks gathered about, sitting on ledges and curbs, silently enjoying the activity in before them … all the while vehicles constant moving past the artists' bums - which made for a somewhat "ironic poetic" scene - when the sky fell dark, as the car headlights were switched on, and illuminated the wall as they drove past, like it perhaps would have been like, when writing "illegally". But when there were no cars, the guys were tagging in darkness, illuminated slightly by the street-lights and light coming from the entrance. And I have (brightened in post) videos to prove it!



Finished on Saturday night, amidst a slight downpour, the panel was then moved to the inside of Balai Kartini, and display on the 2nd floor of the event location. I even managed to see one of the security guards, posing in front of the piece, while asking his kaki to take a quick snap! Tis truly lit a smile on my face :)

Well done, guys!

Welcome To The Darkside:




[Check out more images posted HERE on my Facebook album]

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Star Wars Plush by Castella Natalia (for "Art Project" @ Star Wars Day Jakarta)

One standout display at the "Art Project" arena (for me personally) at the weekend's Star Wars Day Jakarta, were these charming plush creations from Tattoo Artist / Painter / Illustrator / Designer / Teacher / Model Castella Natalia! Featuring the iconic characters - not to forget the huge X-Wing fighter - from the Star Wars movies, depicted as Super-Deformed-Chibish hand-painted on the fabric surface!

As I gushed silently at the pieces, I had the good opportunity to actually meet the gorgeous creator herself on Sunday! And I was gifted with a splendid Darth Vader! (either that or a Chewie lol). OMG was I gushing like an idiot - at both her beauty, and the plush, of course!


Folks interested to score some of these plushes are to email castella.natalia@gmail.com for availability and details (tell her TOYSREVIL sent you!), and/or check out her online venues for more of her work: www.castellanatalia.com + Instagram @castellanatalia (images below swiped via ;p)

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Mega Dino Fett & Jouwe Fett by The Yellow Dino + Marine Ramdhani (for "Art Project" @ Star Wars Day Jakarta)

Having featured the WIPs of The Yellow Dino's Mega Munny custom, I was eagerly looking forward to the piece at Star Wars Day Jakarta, and I was not disappointed! I might have featured Yudi's works on my blog, but having to see them up close and personal, is another treat altogether!

Holding court as part of the exhibits in the "Art Project" arena for #SWDJKT - MEGA DINO FETT sees the galactic bounty hunter getting the Dino-treatment, complete with battle-worn dinks-n-dents in his helmet and armor .. and that rocket backpack is splendid, as astounding the details were, IMHO.




And while this display piece had been spoken for at the show itself, a few pre-orders for further pieces were apparently happening as well, so do stay tuned to this blog for further news on that front! Ah heck, go bug Yudi on his Twitter @theyellowdino or his www @ www.theyellowdino.com!


And see by Dino Fett's side, was JOUWE FETT! Featuring Marine Ramdhani's Rhino-horned Jouwe character design on a Jango Fett-helmet … and "why" just the helmet alone? Well, remember when Jango got decapitated by Mace Windu in the Battle on Genosa? MUAHAHAHAHAH LOVE THIS!

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"Art Project" for Star Wars Day Jakarta 2013 (#SWDJKT)

My favorite aspect of Star Wars Day Jakarta 2013 was the "Art Project" display arena which featured a slew of Asia-based artists' interpretations of Star Wars and it's characters!

Posted here and on my Facebook album are but just a small selection of imagery I instagrammed during the event itself (@toysrevil / hashtag #SDWJKT) - some of which were also made available as prints!

Stay tuned for a closer look at the work, people! So which was YOUR favorite piece, folks?

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