Art appreciation courses are mostly formulated for students in the art and design department. However, the challenge arises for Mitha Budhyarto to take the context of appreciation into a setting where students have limited interest of the arts. How does one push for a knowledgable art engagement? Mitha Budhyarto shares her story.
Everyone knows a Japanese magazine when they see one. Though one can easily tell from the language, it is the clean layout and unique combination of images and text that make Japanese magazines distinguishable from the rest. This month, Whiteboard Journal offers a selection of Japanese magazines of various categories — from interior design to fashion — with the courtesy of Kinokuniya.
With the rise of affordable airlines, travelling is becoming increasingly accessible. But travelling entails more than the physical transportation of the body from point A to point B. It also involves a movement of the human state of mind and emotions. This month, Whiteboard Journal offers a selection of books that explore the broad theme of "travelling," all of which are available at Kinokuniya stores in Jakarta.
How is knowledge acquired in an informal setting as the art space and its frequently held exhibitions? Mitha Budhyarto shares her thoughts.
They say a photograph is worth a thousand words, but Agustinus Wibowo and Dave Lumenta, two individuals who have travelled extensively, prove that the value of photographs go beyond the number of words they are able to represent. Featuring the works of these prominent figures, this article highlights the connection between photography and travelling.
Children’s books often contain profound moral lessons that children will keep until they become adults. The combination of adorable illustrations and catchy rhymes proves that the simplicity of language should not be mistaken for the simplicity of meaning. This month, Whiteboard Journals offers a selection of 10 children’s books, courtesy of The Open Book.
