Group Exhibition: ˌhəʊmˈɡrəʊn

homegrown
adj.  /ˌhəʊmˈɡrəʊn/

1. produced or grown in one’s own garden or country; not imported or foreign.
   Example: “The restaurant prides itself on using homegrown vegetables.”

2. native to or characteristic of a particular place or region; originating locally.
   Example: “The festival showcases homegrown talent from across the country.”

3. developed naturally without outside influence; home-based or rooted in local culture.
   Example: “The organization promotes homegrown art that reflects the community’s values.”

The group exhibition titled “ˌhəʊmˈɡrəʊn” explores the role of art in society by highlighting artists and collectives whose practices grow alongside their communities, reflecting collective values and local traditions. Focusing on the concept of “homegrown,” the exhibition features Lembâna Artgroecosystem from Sumenep, Merapi Siring Kidul from Kaliurang, and Riska Munawarah from Banda Aceh.

Lembâna Artgroecosystem integrates art and agriculture, illustrating how this cultural heritage shapes environmental and social understanding across generations. Merapi Siring Kidul, a collective of artists from the southern slopes of Mount Merapi, presents perspectives on life around the volcano. Meanwhile, Riska Munawarah uses photography to highlight the environmental crisis in Banda Aceh, including the massive deforestation affecting the Gayo coffee agriculture, an important livelihood source in the region.

“Homegrown” embodies the essence of practices that emerge from within communities, rooted in traditions, local values, and collective experiences. Through this perspective, the exhibition celebrates art as a reflection of growth and shared experiences within a community.

Dito Yuwono & Mira Asriningtyas
Director of Cemeti – Institute for Art and Society