FAQs

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Our art programs are based on a curriculum developed by contemporary fiber artists Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam, drawing from traditional knowledge systems used in batik. Therefore, our art programs do not focus solely on creating your own batik but emphasize the creative process used through the medium of batik.
Our art programs are based on a curriculum developed by contemporary fiber artists Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam, drawing from traditional knowledge systems used in batik. Therefore, our art programs do not focus solely on creating your own batik but emphasize the creative process used through the medium of batik.
Most tour packages provided today are tours that are mass oriented, which offers quick glimpses of destinations. Our cultural programs provide in-depth, authentic experiences that allow travelers to connect with the local culture, history, and arts, and most importantly the makers/cultural bearers on a deeper level.
We provide fair economic returns to grassroots makers and artisans, offering them a platform to represent their culture and share their stories. Most importantly we acknowledge them as knowledge bearers and not only as craft producers, focused only on making profit from sales. This support helps sustain their livelihoods and empowers them to continue their cultural practices.
Traditional Javanese clothing includes garments such as Batik sarongs, Kebayas (traditional blouses), and Beskaps (formal jackets for men). These outfits often feature intricate patterns and are worn during ceremonial or formal occasions. In contrast, modern attire in Yogyakarta includes Western-style clothing such as jeans, t-shirts, and casual wear, which is commonly worn in everyday settings.  
The Culture House is approximately 35 minutes from both the city center and the train station by motorcycle or car. It takes about 1.5 hours to reach us from the airport. In Jogja, distances are generally short, with most locations being around 20-30 minutes apart, but the airport is on the outskirts of the city, which accounts for the longer travel time.
Through Agus and Nia’s artistic journey, they have collaborated with communities and artists in different parts of the world. They believe that similarities in creative processes are rooted in traditional knowledge everywhere. Therefore, this creative process is accessible to anyone and through any medium.
Our art programs are based on a curriculum developed by contemporary fiber artists Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam, drawing from traditional knowledge systems used in batik. Therefore, our art programs do not focus solely on creating your own batik but emphasize the creative process used through the medium of batik.
Our residency typically caters to individuals with a project in mind. Some artists spend a week learning from Ismoyo and Nia, then use the studio facilities with laid-back consultation sessions until they complete their artwork(s). Researchers or students might stay longer to discuss the creative process in batik or explore other programs offered by the culture house. We recommend emailing us with your expectations and goals, so we can discuss how best to cater to them.
Our residency program is designed for individuals with specific projects in mind. While workshops typically last 3-7 days, residencies can range from just over a week to up to a year, depending on the goals of the residency. Artists might spend a week learning from Ismoyo and Nia, then use the studio facilities with flexible consultation sessions until their artwork is complete. Researchers or students may stay longer to delve deeper into the creative process of batik or explore additional programs offered by the Culture House. We recommend emailing us with your expectations and goals so we can discuss how best to tailor the residency to your needs.