Smoke stinging the eyes
Why is there wind?
Blowing back thoughts
But thinking is sinking
Believe in believing
It only is just comfort
Like pillows on the sofa
Like a beer after work
That simple smile
Nothing behind it
No political agenda
Nothing surrounding it
It's standing on its own
It's wiser than wisdom
Like trees that've grown
Big enough for its own kingdom
Up high like the colorful kite
Feel proud of flying it
But suddenly the string snaps
The kite with its wind

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A quick Muko at Lampung. Photos by LiaPiyik

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Before leaving Lampung, FAB Family and LSA (Lampung Street Art) decided to do a jam session. The location was near LSA's base camp at Pasar Seni which is a place for all sorts of communities in Lampung. And by special request, Pope wanted a shout out. So we gave him a very "special" one! Lol. We had a fabulous time at Lampung and hopefully we can visit agaim soon. Rock on LSA!



Cheztwo and Skid's "special" shout out for Pope.


Edor


Racht4

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Last month FAB Family was invited by Lampung University (UNILA) to do a showcase in Lampung. They asked us to be a speaker for a seminar about graffiti & street art, perform live and judging a graffiti contest held by UNILA. So we accepted the offer but unfortunately only 4/10 of FAB Family had the chance to visit Lampung (Stereoflow, Cheztwo, Racht4, and Skid) and LiaPiyik.

We left Bandung around 9pm and drove towards Lampung via Jakarta-Merak and crossing Selat Sunda using a carrier ship. Arriving at Lampung the next day, we were greeted by Lampung Street Art (LSA) and had a nice breakfast with them. Then we were escorted to the hotel feeling exhausted after a long trip. Late in the afternoon, we went to meet one of the sponsors ‘Diton Spray Paint’ and had a little chat with them about how they wanted to support graffiti with their products. After that, we headed back to the hotel and it was beer time and good laughs with LSA. Then late at night, FAB Family and LSA did some street stuff right before we all had some sleep.



Around 10am on the next day, we went straight to the event in UNILA. We started the event by a seminar discussing graffiti and street art. There were some good feedbacks from the students and people their. Hopefully we shared enough to make the scene in Lampung much more better.


Next on the rundown was the graffiti competition sponsored by Diton Spray Paint. A theme was set and it was ‘Go Green’. There were about 25 contestants participating and all of them did a great job doing there pieces fitting into the theme. After they’ve finished their pieces, the contestants had to wait for the results. While they wait, it was time for the live performance by us (FAB Family). During the production, we were attacked by people that wanted pictures and tags from us, lol. But it was fun though. We had a blast that day! (click picture below for bigger size)



And before we left Lampung, we had a session with LSA. FAB Family would like to thank UNILA for having us and a big big thanks to Lampung Street Art. Rock on guys! Street Art for Indonesia!

Last but not least, a very special thanks to Wadezig!

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The last two portrait drawings (Facing The Lines) were more cartoon-like. This time I made it kinda more realistic. So here are two more portrait drawings of a friendly friend. And since it's a lot of fun drawing these portraits, I think I'm gonna do some more. So stay tuned. Oye!



Girl 03 | Pen and Markers on Paper



Girl 04 | Pen and Markers on Paper

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Exploring the lines and experimenting on some portraits. Girls are always fun to draw. Cheers!


Girl 01 | Markers on Paper


Girl 02 | Markers on Paper

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A graffiti session with Cheztwo (FAB Family), Netic (MASE), and MUTE (Noah, Kumkum, Bedlam). This was the second time that Netic and I painted together and I just love the kid's style. Cheztwo suprised me with his 'Full Action Burger' that made me wanna bite it! The Mute brothers also rocked the spot. The three dimensional world by Noah with Kumkum and Bedlam's smooth characters. A great afternoon it was. Happy Eid and Happy Holiday Everyone.



Fullwall L to R: Noah x Kumkum x Cheztwo x Bedlam x Netic x Stereoflow
(Click the fullwall picture above for larger view)
Thanks to Kumkum for the pics.

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I'm very opened to change and development. But i cannot be open when change develops into chaos like my city Bandung is turning in to. Malls and shopping centers are getting built everywhere like making babies without knowing the consequences they bring or without asking if this city is ready yet. Major traffic jams and people forced to move out of their houses. Don't forget to mention factory outlets in Dago (street). I don't know about you, but they seem annoying to me. Especially the one with the eye-blinding lights!

Maybe you're thinking this is Bandung in it's development towards a more modern and civilized city. But I don't see it becoming a better city. Maybe the roads need to get wider first or something. It feels like the people running this city only wants results by skipping an important and crucial part of it's process. One thing for sure is that a big question popping up like notifications telling me "Who Runs BDG?". Why run something if you're not standing? So Go Ahead And... Piss Off! We, the people of BDG. We should run BDG!

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I've always wanted to do a wheatpaste but didn't have the will to do it. But finally with the help of Astronautboys, I did it. And this is my first. Now some of the drawings in my sketchbook could come to a use after all. Too bad this shot was taken a couple of days after the pasting. So as you could see there's a piece of wood covering the top part of the piece. But hey, this is the street.

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What is your porn star name? -was one of the questions asked by RottenFresh's contibutor, Wadezig. For those of you who don't know, RottenFresh is an online magazine for daily inspiration of fashion and culture. It aims to expose influential and interesting elements of the evolving urban identity of Asia/Pacific and the world encompassing elements from every corner of the world, including, but not limited to: style, events, fashion, music, eco, art, design, film, surf, skate and photography.

So go ahead and check how my interview went at RottenFresh.com. And do check out other exciting stuff there! Are you Rotten or Fresh?

Click here to go straight to Stereoflow's interview.

RottenFresh.com
Wadezig.com

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Stay tuned for the full coverage of FAB Family Fishing Day!

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What happens if someone suddenly appears right in front of you and takes a piss while you were doing the one thing you do when you are alone? Even though every person has different ways of expression, but the only expression that seems to appear is shocked. These are captured expressions of different individuals that Buton Kultur 21 exhibited at 'Bazaar Art Jakart' at Pacific Place last month. (Sorry 'bout the low quality pics).


Photos: Adhika Utama

About Buton Kultur 21:
Buton Kultur 21 was formed 23 April 2006, as a forum for young artists who responded to the minimum public facility that should encourage the works of artists and designers in Indonesia. The aim of Buton Kultur 21 is to develop research, production and distribution of new art which come from interdisciplin contemporary artists. Buton Kultur 21 was formed from the intermedium, video, photography and painting.

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Muko In The Morning | Acrylics and Chinese Ink on 60cm x 80cm Cardboard



Arriving at Bandung at 6am and I just got back from Jakarta. Usually I go straight to bed, but out of the blue I decided to do some painting on the last cardboard I have left in my room. I call it Muko In The Morning.

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Carry My Flag | Markers on Paper (and a lil bit of digital coloring)

Even with all the pollution, corruption, economic crisis, bad sinetron, and the unbelievable traffic, it's where I'm from and what I am. Indonesia. Let's try to make Indonesia better by being a better identity.

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Ifdar x Stereoflow

A collaboration with Ifdar. I just love his unique style and his way of art. It turned out great. Thanks Ifdar! Be sure to check his site www.ifdar.co.nr

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