Behind the design: Ubud Open Studios 2025

This year our official hero artwork for Ubud Open Studios comes from contemporary Balinese artist NPAAW.

His work is amazing, an explosion of masking tape and spray paint, resulting in square patterns, plus additional surprises. We love how it gives a nod to the traditional open-weave textiles of Bali and the poleng motif, while also being incredibly modern. The added elements of the remnants of the process reflect the mission of Ubud Open Studios to show more than the finished artwork and product.

A subtle game of closed and open, which is a perfect fit for our ‘open studios’! The rich colors and minute details also make it perfect to add interest to event announcements.