Sicovecas
Is our artist line-up for Tangi Street Art Festival 2025
Sicovecas is an Indonesian artist whose work reflects his fascination with interaction—between people, spaces, and daily life. His name, a playful take on “As I See (Sic),” embodies his philosophy: art is a response to the environment, the social context, and the physical space in which it exists. He draws inspiration from the quirks, rhythms, and activities of those around him, letting observation guide his process.
His visual language is abstract, organic, and raw, described by the artist as “the closest style to being human.” Across his murals, street art, and studio works, Sicovecas emphasizes immediacy, emotion, and presence, capturing fleeting moments in form and color. This approach gives his work a visceral, human quality that invites reflection and engagement.
Whether in Indonesia or abroad, his murals activate spaces and communities, creating dialogues between viewer, artist, and environment. Through his practice, Sicovecas highlights the beauty of observation, the poetry of daily life, and the unexpected ways art can connect people and places.
Sicovecas is one of the invited artists for the third edition of Tangi Street Art Festival, taking place from 11–17 May 2025. This year, the festival is guided by the Balinese philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, emphasizing harmony in three relationships: spirituality, humanity, and nature.
Through this theme, artists explore connections with the divine (Parahyangan), the community (Pawongan), and the natural world (Palemahan), creating works that celebrate cultural, ecological, and social bonds.
For Tangi 2025, Sicovecas’ mural reflects his interactive and observational practice. Drawing inspiration from the daily life of Guwang village, the colors and patterns of canang offerings, and the rhythms of local ceremonies, his work transforms the wall into an immersive experience. By translating the village’s rituals and natural beauty into abstract and organic forms, Sicovecas creates a visual meditation on devotion, karma, and the cycles of life. His mural embodies the festival’s vision, connecting human creativity with spiritual and environmental awareness.
Sicovecas approached his Tangi 2024 mural with his characteristic focus on observation and interaction. On arriving in Guwang village, he adapted quickly to the pace of local life, waking earlier than usual to walk through the streets and explore the surroundings. This allowed him to absorb the environment, taking note of the cultural practices, natural rhythms, and daily activities that were unfamiliar to him in Jogja.
One significant source of inspiration came from observing the Balinese “canang,” the daily offerings carefully prepared by locals. Sicovecas watched how villagers placed the offerings, learning the intricate process and the significance of each element. He noticed the colors, textures, and rituals involved, which influenced the composition and vibrancy of his mural. Engaging with the community, he asked questions about the materials, origins of flowers, and the deeper symbolism behind the practice.
These experiences informed both the visual and poetic dimensions of his work. Sicovecas titled his mural and accompanying poem “Canang Sari”:
*I like the mornings in Bali
the sun shines brighter,
daily offerings are always renewed,
a feast for my eyes.
There’s karma and reincarnation,
life and death,
and devotion in between.*
Through this process, Sicovecas translated the rhythms of village life into abstract forms, merging observation, cultural immersion, and personal expression into a single, organic artistic statement.