JAKARTA Exhibition of photography 80 Years of Diversity at the National Museum, Jakarta, became a visual reflection space for the nation's journey. Minister of Culture Fadli Zon was present in person and said that the works displayed were not just beautiful, but presented a strong national narrative.
This exhibition was initiated by the Elok State Community together with the Didit Hediprasetyo Foundation, with architect curation Andra Matin and photographer Davy Linggar. Eight themes were presented: the past, face, landscape, culinary, fauna, architecture, culture, and film. Each theme opens a window of memory of independence that continues to live in people's daily lives.
One of the installations that attracted attention was 1,945 bamboos upright by Andra Matin. This figure refers to the year of independence, while bamboo was chosen as a symbol of strength, simplicity, and cultural roots of the archipelago. 1945 is not just a number, but a taste that grows from the land and the voice of the people," Andra wrote in an exhibition statement.
Menbud Fadli assessed that the pointed bamboo installation was full of meaning. "He is not only a symbol of struggle, but also a reminder that diversity is a unifying force," said the Minister of Culture in a written statement received Wednesday, August 20.
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Rows of prominent photographers and artists also contributed works, including Arseto Adiputra, Beawiharta, Hengki Koentjoro, Jay Subyakto, to Yori Antar. Each photo provokes reflection: from historical faces, landscapes that store memories, to culinary smells and film fragments that record the pulses of the times.
Public figures were also present, including Titiek Soeharto, Deputy Minister of Culture Giring Ganesha, and Didit Hediprasetyo as initiators. The exhibition was opened to the public until October 31, 2025, giving the public the opportunity to explore the meaning of independence through visual arts.
The beauty of this work should be widely enjoyed, especially by the younger generation. From here we can learn that diversity is the legacy as well as the strength of the nation," concluded Menbud Fadli.
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