I Ketut Ginarsa


About Artist I Ketut Ginarsa

Born in Tebesaya, Ubud, 1953. After graduated from the elementary school, he learned painting from I Wayan Djudjul from 1970 to 1973. His works predominantly illustrated the goddest of Saraswati. This figure then is presented in numerous scenes. When participating in an exhibition at Bentara Budaya Jakarta in 1985, he featured Saraswati celebrating a baby's 100 days celebration. In This picture, cheerful atmosphere is depicted with flying butterflies and blooming lotus. Dove as the symbol of peace added to complete the painting. His colours were inspiring.

Besides Saraswati, Ginarsa also explores variety o f subjects including barong, legong dance, baris dance and Balinese daily live. His composition is distinct, the main subject is put as a focus at the centre of the canvas. There is also a tendency to create symmetrical pattern in his works. He has joioned many exhibitions such as Selaksa Daya Rupa in Jakarta (2002). Ginarsa has a potential pupil, I Nyoman Nurtika.

 

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