Entering the 5th year of TFR's founding, TFR feels it is time to present an event that celebrates its strongest community: the visual arts community. So here comes the Jakarta Doodle Fest (JDF)!
The vast development of the Indonesian movie industry is marred by the lack of skilled film crew, while the existing crew is struggling to make ends meet.
Read MoreAs the global modelling industry now prefers authentic models, Indonesian models are in an advantageous position.
Guerilla outdoor cinema or layar tancap has existed in Indonesia since the 20th century. When the cinema industry went through a massive technology transition, many layar tancap providers bought used equipment from cinema chains.
Read MoreDigital comics are slowly replacing traditional comics. The ease of access makes digital comics, or webcomics, have their own target readers.
K-pop has seen unprecedented growth across the world. Their widespread appeal has also swooped the fashion world, influencing their devout fans to exercise their purchasing power.
Indonesian wastra or traditional cloth is one of the legacies in the form of handicrafts that have been passed down from generation to generation and reflect the richness of Indonesian culture.
For years, documentary films have served as a tool to relay crises in various sectors to the general public and a wider audience. Many believe that documentary films give the average person access to crucial information about global, social and political issues they might not otherwise be exposed to.
Aside from the understanding of the limitations on artistic freedom, collaboration among relevant authorities is also a key to create regulations that are no longer limiting artists. Transparency is crucial to achieve this.
The brand has become synonymous with peak luxury, yet its origins and history are less known. Thus, TFR aims to look back on what made the brand what it is today, and most especially the insiders’ guide to Hermés.
In the past, all posters looked rigid with the same template; the party’s colour and logo were the only differentiators. But now, such an approach is no longer preferred as developments in technology, culture and the characteristics of each generation demand campaign poster designs to adapt to current trends.
Going viral on social media is perhaps one of the reasons behind the existence of these reality-bending shoes. The Internet is a busy place, and a stunt like AVAVAV’s pair of high-heeled boots with four toes and textures that resemble human innards is filled with enough shock value to cut through the noise.
Read MoreIn the past, an A&R had to find artists in a traditional way by coming to music events or cafes that provide live music. Today, technology has supported and simplified the process.
Read MoreThe characteristics of Indonesian religious film posters from year to year show that there is a certain pattern of film sales strategies that has long been the key to their success in attracting audiences.
Read MoreIt is indisputable that reality shows have been one of the favourite television show genres. The digital era in which most people switch to streaming platforms has given birth to more reality programmes with a more specific segmentation.
Read MoreBridal is one of those breeds in fashion that often feels frozen in time. However, at EMWF, the participating designers showcased a refreshing departure from the norm.
Exploring the development and existence of women and other marginalised communities in Indonesia's hardcore/punk scene.
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