Shared Habitat
Every creative spirit is shaped by their surroundings—often an unseen ecosystem of ideas and emotions that fuels our passions. Everyone's habitat is unique, making up our wonderfully diverse world of stories and perspectives.
Here, we gather artists, filmmakers, activists and storytellers to share how their unique environments inspire their work. Flip through the interconnected stories of our SHARED HABITAT.
Experience more at sharedhabitat.id.
Maria Mutiara
@immariamutiara
Co-founder and Director of The Rahayu Project
Bali, Indonesia
“Through filmmaking, my aim is to use the power of storytelling as a means to inspire others to recognise, respect, and protect our invaluable traditions that connect us and protect our earth.”
Yohan Liliyani
Photographer
Bali, Indonesia
“Our surroundings shape how we feel, what we focus on, even how we connect with people. A calm space brings out a calmer self.”
Ines Katamso
Visual Artist
Bali, Indonesia
“My artistic practice has evolved from observing microorganisms and bacterial morphogenesis to studying fossils. I adopt an organic visual approach that combines natural materials with ancestral craft techniques.”
Ade Putri Paramadita
Culinary Storyteller
Jakarta, Indonesia
“It appears that my environment has shaped me to appreciate local things more. Without eliminating outside influences as much as possible, in making something, I strive to have a positive impact on the environment. On each of my trips, whatever the purpose, there is usually the intention to learn, observe, take notes and study whatever I encounter at each destination.”
Lina Nata
Mixed Media Artist / General Manager of Black Hand Gang Studio
Bali, Indonesia
“I am a keen observer with a deep appreciation for the beauty of grass and small plants. If we take the time to notice, these often-overlooked plants, which we encounter daily, can be just as stunning as extravagant flowers.”
