Angelina Agata
Nov 05, 2025
ARYADUTA Bali is proud to present 'Rupa Pelindung', a recycled art exhibition by the talented artist and ARYADUTA Bali team member, Agus Kurniawan. The exhibition officially opens on Wednesday, 29 October 2025 and invites guests to explore the beauty of transformation through art created from recycled materials.
The opening night will begin with a theatrical poetry performance by Komunitas Aghumi titled 'Rupa Pelindung – Untuk ARYADUTA, untuk Bumi Yang Kembali Bernapas' (Rupa Pelindung – For ARYADUTA, for a breathing planet). This performance reflects the essence of the Barong as a guardian of balance, a spirit that protects, nurtures and restores harmony to the Earth. Through powerful verses and visual movement, the performance symbolises how discarded materials can find new life and meaning, echoing the exhibition's message that discarded items can still protect and inspire.
Afterwards, everyone is invited to contribute to a collaborative painting of the Rangda mask, symbolising the eternal balance between good and evil: 'Art, Balance, and Protection: The Spirit of Barong'. This interactive activity embodies unity, creativity and shared responsibility for protecting culture and the planet.
“Rupa Pelindung”, meaning “The Face of a Protector”, draws inspiration from the legend of Barong, Bali’s mythical guardian who symbolises the balance between good and evil. The exhibition features nine masterpieces of recycled art, crafted by Agus Kurniawan from discarded materials such as cardboard, paper, and metal frame. Each piece is available to buy, with prices ranging from IDR 2,000,000 to IDR 10,000,000.
As part of the Asta Karya campaign by ARYADUTA Bali, the exhibition reflects the hotel’s commitment to sustainability and compassion. A special collaborative piece created by Agus Kurniawan and the children of Yayasan Peduli Kemanusiaan will be displayed and sold, with all proceeds going to the foundation. Children's paintings from the foundation will also be on display, adding vibrant colours and heartfelt messages of hope. These artworks will also be available to buy, with prices ranging from IDR 500,000 to IDR 4,500,000.
Innovation plays a key role in Asta Karya. In collaboration with AYENA Studio, ARYADUTA Bali is introducing a photobooth offering an Augmented Reality (AR) experience. Here, guests can enjoy a character animation inspired by The Legend of Barong, featuring the Super Neli character. This collaboration continues in the guest rooms, where AR cards bring digital storytelling to life, inviting guests to go on a treasure hunt and discover Super Neli throughout the hotel, from the lobby to the most hidden corners. This offers guests a playful and immersive experience.
Throughout his career, Agus Kurniawan has achieved success in over 20 national and international competitions. He is particularly proud to have received commemorative prizes at the 24th and 27th Harbin International Snow Sculpture Competitions in China in 2019 and 2025, as well as the Individual Practical Fruits & Vegetables Carving Award at the Indonesian Culinary Challenge (FBI–ICA Chef Expo 2025), which was held at JIEXPO Kemayoran in Jakarta.
“This is my first art exhibition, and I’m deeply grateful to ARYADUTA Bali for making my dream come true,” he said. 'It took almost three weeks to complete these artworks, and I couldn’t have done it without the help of many of my colleagues. We share the same spirit and purpose for this exhibition. I hope everyone can feel the message of balance, just like Barong and Rangda — two opposing forces that demonstrate that harmony exists when both sides coexist.”
'This initiative reminds us that we need to be modern Barongs every day, not just on special occasions,' said Gladys Monica Solang, Marketing & Communication Manager at ARYADUTA Bali. ‘Protection starts with small actions, such as sorting our rubbish, avoiding unnecessary packaging and being mindful of our consumption. Small things become powerful when done together. Just look at how Agus transformed cardboard and paper into beautiful masterpieces — let's spread the message and become protectors ourselves.”
Representing the hotel’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and employee empowerment, Yester Simanullang, Assistant Director of Human Resources at ARYADUTA Bali, shared:
"Through Rupa Pelindung, we highlight the importance of sustainability and celebrate the creativity of our team. Agus is a wonderful example of how talent can flourish when given the right environment and support. This exhibition reflects our belief that every team member has potential that extends beyond their daily responsibilities. We are proud to see how his art inspires others to protect, create and care for the world around us.’
‘Rupa Pelindung’ embodies the core values of Asta Karya: creativity, culture and community. It serves as a reminder that beauty can emerge from waste and that protection begins with awareness.
For more information about future events and offerings, please visit www.aryaduta.com/bali or contact +62 858-5988-8008 or by email.
Aryaduta Bali
Jl. Kartika Plaza, Lingkungan Segara, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361.
Phone : +62 361 4754 188
