Indonesia through the Lens of Arts

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Tempo’s 2024 Best Artworks reflect the country’s sociopolitical landscape. Whose works were selected?

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THIS nation is not alright, and the art world is no exception. The year 2024 closed with a scandal tarnishing the freedom of expression in the country. The Indonesian National Gallery in Central Jakarta canceled the exhibition of Yogyakarta’s seasoned artist Yos Suprapto. This censorship raises questions about the gallery’s role as a free space to showcase the finest visual art and the artistic achievements of Indonesian artists.

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Special Report Tempo’s 2024 Best Artworks Team

Team leader: Iwan Kurniawan
Project head: Dian Yuliastuti
Editors: Iwan Kurniawan, M. Reza Maulana, Mustafa Ismail, Nurdin Kalim, Nurdin Saleh, Seno Joko Suyono
Writers: Bagus Pribadi, Hendro Wiyanto, Ihsan Reliubun, Oka Rusmini, Purwanto Setiadi, Seno Joko Suyono, Shinta Maharani, Yosea Arga Pramudita, Zen Hae
Photo researchers: Charisma Adristy (coordinator), Agung Chandra, Fardi Bestari, Gunawan Wicaksono
English editor: Luke Edward
Designer: Djunaedi

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