Indonesia has many brands that have been around for decades and prove that building a long-lasting culinary business is not an unattainable goal.
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For centuries, the art of painting around the world spans across various media; all convey messages through visuals. One of them is glass, in what is known as reverse glass painting
The more niche and original the prints are, the more beneficial, as having prints be synonymous with brands could build brand identity among consumers.
Poets are very different from novelists or short story writers. Compared with novels, the popularity of poetry is nothing to talk about, as it has an even more niche audience.
Indonesian wastra or traditional cloth is one of the legacies in the form of handicrafts that have been passed down from generation to generation and reflect the richness of Indonesian culture.
In the past, all posters looked rigid with the same template; the party’s colour and logo were the only differentiators. But now, such an approach is no longer preferred as developments in technology, culture and the characteristics of each generation demand campaign poster designs to adapt to current trends.
When we talk about K-pop fans, the verb that we often use is fangirling, which is used to describe women who are admiring their idols. Interestingly, we now see more and more men becoming K-popers or fanboys and don't hesitate to show themselves.
Punk emerged in the United States and England circa 1976-1977, with songs that carry the spirit of anti-establishment; an attitude that rejects all forms of order or structure that are deemed hindering individual freedom and causing social injustice.
In 2019, President Joko Widodo designated 3 March as a National Sarong Day to celebrate sarong as one of the hallmarks of Indonesian culture. Sarong is a cylindrical garment or length of fabric worn by wrapping it around the chest or waist, which in Indonesia is usually worn for formal or traditional events.
TFR has been conducting a field research with the Open Arms project initiated by the Selasar Sunaryo Foundation to understand the actual conditions of accessibility in the world of art, as well as the community's ongoing initiatives to empower persons with disabilities.
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In Indonesia, konde or sanggul has been passed down from generation to generation by our ancestors as a traditional hairstyle. It is not only Java; other regions in the country also have a similar heritage with their unique characteristics.
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Dating culture in the capital city makes it so that love is not the only capital to start a romantic relationship and dating; financial capital must also be taken into consideration.
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There are many reasons why people are interested in using these love services, ranging from curiosity to dealing with loneliness. Out of curiosity, TFR interviewed two people who had ordered one of these love services.
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After almost three years of being hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, Indonesians are getting increasingly creative in surviving. Not only in meeting the financial needs, but also in fighting loneliness when direct interaction is not as easy as it used to be; renting a date is one example.
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Just like how Deaf people are often assumed to not be able to enjoy music, blind people are often not considered possible to be film enthusiasts. This assumption arises because most films combine inseparable audio and visual elements. So, how can blind people enjoy them?
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From several films that TFR observed, most of the films in the 90s from various genres displayed vulgar titles and pictures which were of course intended to stimulate the audience's lust.
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The concept of sustainability is not only widely used for products of a brand, but also in various events. One of them is the Jia Curated Kiosks (JCK) which built the Jia Pavilion during the "Material Alchemy" event.
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In many cities, placemaking is widely implemented in the construction of city parks, revitalisation of an area, or revamping traditional markets. All of those with one goal; to improve the quality of life for the local communities of these spaces.
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