John Martono

John Martono’s abstract works, which blend painting with hand embroidery on silk, offer a fresh and distinctive perspective within Indonesia’s contemporary fine arts scene. His innovative approach combines the precision of textile science, the artistry of embroidery, and the fluidity of painting on silk—each requiring a specialized technique that has become his signature form of expression.

With a background as a textile designer and years of experience as a lecturer, alongside a Master’s degree in Design from the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), John masterfully intertwines these diverse elements, resulting in striking and elegant works of art.