World Cup 2014 is coming. To celebrate the world cup fever, we’re giving you our selection of books that not only enriches your knowledge of sports, but also give you new perspective when watching the game. Some of the titles featured in this selection are available at Kinokuniya Bookstores in Jakarta.
Based on the Wabi Sabi philosophy in which beauty lies in the imperfections, Rosalyn Citta created stunning jewelry pieces that have won her both local and international appreciation. We visited her quaint showroom in Menteng to find out more about her philosophy and passion in craftsmanship.
Jakarta is well known for its stressful atmosphere, congestion and tons of other problems. Rather than complaining about it, we invite you to a place where we can smile wryly and maybe share a little laughter with a wearable parody.
Having made two critically acclaimed feature films, "Babi Buta Yang Ingin Terbang" [The Blind Pig Who Wants To Fly] and "Postcards From The Zoo", Edwin is one of Indonesia's leading art house directors whose films have often examined social and political landscape with an amusing aesthetic. We met the film director in Kemang and talked about his films, influences, and race relations.
The registration for local bands to compete in the exclusive Converse Rubber Tracks competition has opened. Contestants are able to register their track through this link: www.whiteboardjournal.com/CRT
Once submitted, our own panel of judges will pick the top 5 best tracks. Subsequently the public will select a winner. The winner will then be invited to record their track at the Converse Rubber Tracks Studio in Brooklyn, New York. .
For some, this company is the representative of the Indonesian music scene. Aksara Records is a label that released some of the best Indonesian albums of all time. Since its demise in 2009, their songs and albums are still on every local music lover’s playlist. This article is an ode to the vanguard of Indonesian independent music scene.