Behind the design: Uluwatu Surf Villas Artist Series

In our work with the incredible Uluwatu Surf Villas, we produced different merchandise as part of their Artist Series, collaborations with illustrators and artists from Indonesia and abroad.

The first artist we worked with to transform their artwork from digital to screen-printed fabric was the talented Christina Budi, an Indonesian batik illustrator based in Amsterdam. Christina is known for her modern batik print designs.

Christina received a list of Uluwatu Surf Villa icons like the kingfisher birds, monkeys, local fishing boats, Balinese offerings and temple gates, and the fish that patrol the waves. She also received a color palette of classic batik shades of blue and brown. She then created an incredible design and pattern. We took it from there to create a pattern and make it screen print ready for production.

The second artist we had the honor of working with was Niluh Pangestu, a Balinese artist working with linocut and digital illustration. Niluh offered up icons from several of her recent works to be turned into a series of cards, t-shirts, notebooks and tote bags for the property.

Behind the design: Events at Uluwatu Surf Villas

We’ve been working with the team at Uluwatu Surf Villas for a few months now. Such an incredible property and landscape to get inspiration for our work.

High on the jagged cliffs towering over Southwest Bali’s world-famous waves, is the definition of surfer’s paradise: Uluwatu Surf Villas. Blessed with private access to the sand and surf, it’s the place where active soulful pursuits meet Bali’s singular mysticism and warm hospitality. Premium villas, bungalows and loft accommodations—hand-built with reclaimed teak and ironwood, plus Balinese artisan-crafted decor and antiques—are idyllic windows to a magical world

The seaside, the beach, the ocean, so many places where the imagination can express itself without limit. The escape of thoughts, the freedom of the spirit, the lightness of the movements—all inspiration for art directing, in a nod to their surf heritage and identity.

Events at Mana Uluwatu and Uluwatu Surf Villas are focused on community, relaxed vibes, and, of course, the incredible ocean and sunsets in all moods and forms. We chose to work in a liquid feeling to their artwork.

Working from their existing brand guidelines, we created a cohesive look for their digital event promotions For regular events (Wednesday Jazz Nights and Friday Poolside Beers) and for special one-off events (workshops, opening of their new skate park, & special music guests).