Indonesian primeval rural nature inevitably dissolves, being consumed by "civilization". In attempt to preserve the elusive beauty, photographer Rarindra Prakarsa, the Indonesian newspaper designer, goes to distant islands and take pictures of blessed disappearing world. Rarindra was born in Jakarta in 1971. He took an interest in photographic art as far back as he was in primary school. He graduated from the Graphic Arts Faculty of the Indonesian Polytechnic University. He is a professional designer and works for the newspaper in Jakarta. From time to time Rarindra speaks at photographic workshops and master classes. Usually Rarindra tells about photomontage and other technical issues, and in details narrates about color of the photography. In 1995, he started with Nikon FM2 and few of amateur lenses. At the moment Rarindra uses Canon 350D (an inexpensive camera, but useful in any circumstances) and a few lenses: Tokina 12-24mm f4, Canon EF24 f2.8, Canon EF 50 f1.8, Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 and Canon 85 f1.8.
At first Rarindra was fond of photojournalism, but now the main themes of his work are people and the nature. It turned out that his countrymen are very interested in them too. People like photographs that look like paintings, and paintings that look like photographs. The main goal which Rarindra defines is joining of these two arts into one, and here digital photography comes in handy. More than 15 years, he learned the art of photography and image editing. His author's manner Rarindra discovered in 2004, when he realized that he could not photograph, like everyone else. But one day when the largest Indonesian photoportal forum created the topic with the discussion of his style, the doubts disappeared. Since that time he gained a lot of followers.
He gives preference to the photo "Banner of Triumph over the Reichstag" by Eugene Khaldey. His countrymen like brothers Mendur, who captured formation of independent Indonesia and our expressive and photogenic leader Ahmed Sukarno in the 1940. Modern photos attract great interest and impress, but puzzle him: how was it made? His favorite places of taking pictures are not far from his house, as he comes to the "shooting area" early in the morning. These places are in Jakarta and West Java: Serponge, Kividee and Sukabumi. West Java is of high humidity and mist which it is often an advantage for him. But usually he prefers to shoot in good weather. When the weather is fair, he always wants to go outside, due to the fact that he is obsessed with a beautiful light. For a long time he is waiting for a moment, choosing the ideal light angle. He always selects the appropriate environment, and in this regard he likes trees the most. Indonesia is an outstanding country lying on 13 thousand islands. On each island you meet with the unique nature with rich flora and fauna, especially in Kalimantan, Sumatra and Papua. Before you go shooting in Indonesia, you should be aware that there are two seasons and two kinds of weather: rainy weather usually lasts from October to April, and from June to September it is fair.
There are about 400 languages and dialects, the diversity of cultures and habits. In addition some cultures are more accustomed to the civilization attributes than others. For example, people in Bali, Java and Sulawesi, are more or less familiar with photography, and the small ethnic groups, such as Baduy in West Java or the Kubu in Sumatra, have no right to posture, according to the tribe rules. Fortunately, in most cases, the Indonesian peoples are available to photographers from all over the world. And it is very easy to find key to their hearts: you should just ask permission to take picture and smile.
Indonesian primeval rural nature inevitably dissolves, being consumed by "civilization". In attempt to preserve the elusive beauty, photographer Rarindra Prakarsa, the Indonesian newspaper designer, goes to distant islands and take pictures of blessed disappearing world.
Rarindra was born in Jakarta in 1971. He took an interest in photographic art as far back as he was in primary school. He graduated from the Graphic Arts Faculty of the Indonesian Polytechnic University. He is a professional designer and works for the newspaper in Jakarta. From time to time Rarindra speaks at photographic workshops and master classes. Usually Rarindra tells about photomontage and other technical issues, and in details narrates about color of the photography. In 1995, he started with Nikon FM2 and few of amateur lenses. At the moment Rarindra uses Canon 350D (an inexpensive camera, but useful in any circumstances) and a few lenses: Tokina 12-24mm f4, Canon EF24 f2.8, Canon EF 50 f1.8, Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 and Canon 85 f1.8.
At first Rarindra was fond of photojournalism, but now the main themes of his work are people and the nature. It turned out that his countrymen are very interested in them too. People like photographs that look like paintings, and paintings that look like photographs. The main goal which Rarindra defines is joining of these two arts into one, and here digital photography comes in handy. More than 15 years, he learned the art of photography and image editing.
His author's manner Rarindra discovered in 2004, when he realized that he could not photograph, like everyone else. But one day when the largest Indonesian photoportal forum created the topic with the discussion of his style, the doubts disappeared. Since that time he gained a lot of followers.
He gives preference to the photo "Banner of Triumph over the Reichstag" by Eugene Khaldey. His countrymen like brothers Mendur, who captured formation of independent Indonesia and our expressive and photogenic leader Ahmed Sukarno in the 1940. Modern photos attract great interest and impress, but puzzle him: how was it made?
His favorite places of taking pictures are not far from his house, as he comes to the "shooting area" early in the morning. These places are in Jakarta and West Java: Serponge, Kividee and Sukabumi. West Java is of high humidity and mist which it is often an advantage for him. But usually he prefers to shoot in good weather. When the weather is fair, he always wants to go outside, due to the fact that he is obsessed with a beautiful light. For a long time he is waiting for a moment, choosing the ideal light angle. He always selects the appropriate environment, and in this regard he likes trees the most.
Indonesia is an outstanding country lying on 13 thousand islands. On each island you meet with the unique nature with rich flora and fauna, especially in Kalimantan, Sumatra and Papua. Before you go shooting in Indonesia, you should be aware that there are two seasons and two kinds of weather: rainy weather usually lasts from October to April, and from June to September it is fair.
There are about 400 languages and dialects, the diversity of cultures and habits. In addition some cultures are more accustomed to the civilization attributes than others. For example, people in Bali, Java and Sulawesi, are more or less familiar with photography, and the small ethnic groups, such as Baduy in West Java or the Kubu in Sumatra, have no right to posture, according to the tribe rules. Fortunately, in most cases, the Indonesian peoples are available to photographers from all over the world. And it is very easy to find key to their hearts: you should just ask permission to take picture and smile.
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