MOGUS Izakaya

Mulyana now brings his innovative ideas to Omachi as part of the Northern Alps Art Festival 2024. This time, Mulyana departs from the usual sea and coral elements that have adorned his works and chooses to present a participatory installation centered on the concept of social interaction and shared creativity.

It all began with Mulyana’s experience during quarantine in 2021. During isolation, the food he encountered daily became more than just a means to fulfill physiological needs. He began to see food as an object that carries sensory and cultural experiences. This is where the idea of the Food Monster was born. With his creativity, Mulyana transformed everyday food into imaginary monsters brought to life through hand-crocheted. Each monster has its own character and story, inspired by the shape and texture of the food he encountered.

MOGUS Izakaya: A Social Space Blended with Art

While visiting Japan, Mulyana was captivated by the Izakaya culture—a social space where people gather to eat, drink, and share stories. Through the concept of MOGUS Izakaya, Mulyana invites visitors to Omachi to experience this atmosphere with an artistic twist. He creates a space where visitors can make monsters from the "crochet food" he has prepared. The spun yarn serves as material to craft monsters, which each visitor can create based on their own imagination.

Participatory Workshop: Community Involvement

Every visitor is invited to participate in the monster-making workshop. Additionally, Mulyana involves local artisans in the process, demonstrating that art is a collaborative space that unites people from various walks of life. Each monster created is documented through photos, creating a visual archive that records every artwork and the story behind it.

Social Interaction

Through MOGUS Izakaya, Mulyana has successfully created a space that combines elements of art, social interaction, and participation. Everyone who visits is not just a spectator but also a creator. By merging his quarantine experience with Japanese culture, Mulyana offers us a new perspective on art—where the line between creator and art appreciator blurs, and everyone can contribute to the creation of a story.

With a personal and participatory touch, Mulyana proves that art is a bridge to bring people together, inviting them to share, create, and interact in the imaginative world he has crafted.

Address

Mogus Studio, Gg. Puntadewa, Jetis, Tamantirto, Kec. Kasihan, Kabupaten Bantul, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55184

Contacts

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