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(Fire within the Husk)
Embroidery on fabric
Digitized
2023

Api dalam Sekam (Fire Within the Husk) is a thought-provoking mixed media that explores the complexities of hidden conflicts and the latent potential residing within societal and personal contexts. The artwork is composed of intricate textile patterns, representing the delicate layers of cultural heritage and identity, intertwined with materials (yarn) that symbolize the environment's fragility.

The husk serves as a metaphor for the protective exterior that often masks underlying tensions, struggles, and potential. Embedded within this structure are flickering lights and subtle flame motifs, symbolizing the fire—both destructive and transformative—that exists just beneath the surface. 

This embroidery work tries to invite viewers to engage in reflective dialogue, encouraging them to consider the implications of overlooked issues within their communities and themselves. The interplay of low light and shadow in the artwork evokes a sense of urgency, illuminating the notion that hidden fires if left unattended, can erupt into significant societal upheavals or personal transformations.

Through "Api dalam Sekam," I would like to not only reflect contemporary social dynamics but also celebrate the resilience and potential for change that resides within each of us. The work serves as a poignant reminder that beneath the calm exterior, powerful forces may lie dormant, waiting to ignite awareness, action, and hope for a brighter future.