2026 Aug 28

The Smile of a Wooden Batik Craftsman: The Story of Supriyanto from Krebet

• Posted By : Apikri

A warm smile and boundless enthusiasm light up his face every time his canting (wax pen) gently touches the wooden surface. Meet Supriyanto. Born in Bantul on May 27, 1978, Supri grew up surrounded by the daily rhythms of wooden batik artisans. Back

2026 Aug 27

Against All Odds: The Story of Purwanti, The Woman Behind Krebet’s Export Crafts

• Posted By : Apikri

Purwanti is one of the many talented artisans in Krebet Tourism Village, Bantul, Yogyakarta. Born on June 7, 1981, into a farming family, she learned the value of hard work early on. Although her parents prioritized education and helped her finish h

2026 Aug 26

The Pioneer of Wooden Batik : The Inspiring Journey of Kemiskidi and Sanggar Peni

• Posted By : Apikri

Kemiskidi, affectionately known as Pak Kemis, was born in Krebet, Bantul, on January 14, 1962. Raised by parents who worked as subsistence farmers, his early life was shaped by economic challenges, yet always fueled by great ambition. Pak Kemis be

2024 Feb 20

Dharu, an Electrical Engineering Graduate Turned to Wooden Batik Entrepreneur

• Posted By : Apikri

Dharu, a man from Krebet and a graduate in Electrical Engineering, has chosen not to use the knowledge he acquired during his college years as a means of livelihood. His childhood interest in art has been

2024 Feb 13

Wahidusalam's Journey: Crafting Resilience in the Face of Adversity

• Posted By : Apikri

As Wahidusalam, affectionately known as Wahid, stepped into adulthood, he made a pivotal decision to embark on a journey to Cilacap with a close friend. In this new place, He found acquaintance with a skilled artisan. When the artisan received a subs

2024 Feb 01

Introducing Imam Suja'i's Rebana Masterpieces: Showcasing Fine Craftsmanship to the World through Apikri

• Posted By : Apikri

Imam Sudja'i is a graduate of pondok pesantren (Islamic boarding school) in Bumiayu, Central Java. While studies in the pesantren, little Imam have seen the potential of Bumiayu, especially Brebes as the ce