Artists bio:
Arbi Rangkito, born on July 2, 1994, in Dusun Tangah, West Sumatra, is an accomplished artist currently residing and creating in Yogyakarta. He is a graduate of the Fine Arts Faculty at ISI Yogyakarta, where he honed his artistic talents and deepened his understanding of the visual arts. Arbi’s commitment to artistic excellence and creative expression has been recognised on a national level. In 2017, he was a finalist in the prestigious Indonesia UOB Painting of The Year competition. This notable achievement showcases Arbi’s dedication to his craft and significant contributions to contemporary art. With a promising career ahead, Arbi Rangkito continues to captivate audiences with his distinctive artistic vision and talent.
Artist statement:
When viewers engage with my artwork, my intention is for them to discover a personal resonance, seeing their own life experiences reflected in the abstract forms I create. I aim to provide art enthusiasts with a unique perspective that may diverge from my original intent. Through the innocence and simplicity in my artistic compositions, viewers are encouraged to reflect upon their own histories and interpret my pieces in alignment with their personal encounters and emotions.
Selected exhibiton:
2014 – ‘Steal If You Dare’ Installation Exhibition, Klinik Kopi, Gejayan, Yogyakarta
‘The Birth’, Soetopo Gallery, ISI Yogyakarta
2015 – AB-BA Forummisi Yogyakarta, Rumah Ada Seni (RAS), Padang
Ecolustrasi at Galeri R.J. Katamsi, ISI Yogyakarta
2016 – ‘Djoko Pekik Award’ at Djoko Pekik studio
Culture art Festival Pulang Kapangka Jalan, Jakarta
2017 – UOB Painting of the Year at UOB Buiding, Jakarta, Indonesia
Plein Air Painting Exhibition: See What I’ve Seen, Hotel Duta Wisata I, Yogyakarta
2018 – Self Potrait at Sakato office, Sarang Building, Yogyakarta
Plein Air Painting Exhibition: On The Way at Bentara Budaya Yogyakarta
2019 – Young Artist Exhibition Post A Picture ! (PAP!) at Bale Banjar Sangkring, Yogyakarta
Tanda Mata, Collection of Bentara Budaya Yogyakarta, Yogyakartar
2020 – Zero (Nol) at Sangkring Art Project, Yogyakarta
2021 – Warta Exhibition at Jogja Gallery
Exhibition at Rubanah Underground Hub, Jakarta
