Jero Mangku Buda
Mangku Buda is self taught. Something he’s very proud of. Growing up he used to draw in his books but never thought this was something he could pursue professionally. Until, that is, his Uncle opened a small gallery in Klungkung in 2000.
This was his opportunity, his chance to pursue a dream he’d surpressed. And so he began to practice art professionally, pouring his creativity into canvas.
IN THE STUDIO
Whilst his inspiration comes from nature, over the years he's transitioned from fine art style to abstract interpretation.
"Whilst my love of nature remains constant, my soul was rebelling against realism as a style. I felt bound to the specific. Whereas with absract, I'm free to truly express myself."
For Mangku Buda. there's no finer moment for him than when he has that vision, that inspiration for a piece. "I get out my tools and will then paint, create, paint, create until the early hours. It's an absolute joy to get lost in my work."
WORK
Mangku Buda's finest moment in is career was bringing a customer to tears. Thankfully in a positive way. He recalls. "She saw my piece titled 'Love full of colours' and she just broke down. The painting touched her that much. This was by far the most rewarding and happy moment of my career so far."
"My hope for the future is that the strong tradition of art in Balinese culture, is preserved. And this starts at home. My 4 year old Daughter is already showing a lot of curosity in what I do, pestering me to join in and help out, which I love. She's adorable. Who knows, one day she too could be following her dream."
Pop in and visit
You can find us on Jalan Drupadi, No. 7 or Jalan Camplung Tanduk No. 79X Seminyak, Bali.
Helping local children who are less fortunate than ourselves is part of what The Yellow Brick Road Gallery is all about. Nothing makes us happier than seeing the smile on the children's faces when they have a brush and some paint to go create.