Art in Bali

As Bali’s contemporary art scene continues to mature, Ubud Open Studios has established itself as one of the island’s most important artist-led events. Returning from 5–7 June 2026, the fifth edition invites the public into more than 60 working studios across Ubud and Gianyar, offering a rare opportunity to experience art at its source. Image courtesy of Ubud Open Studio Website Unlike traditional exhibitions, Ubud Open Studios shifts the focus away from finished works and towards the environments, processes, and conversations that shape them. Visitors are encouraged to explore a diverse range of practices, from painting and ceramics to photography, printmaking, design, architecture, and contemporary craft, while engaging directly with the artists behind the work. This year’s theme, Roots and Routes: Every Door a Discovery, reflects the growing diversity of Bali’s creative community. The event highlights both the cultural foundations that continue to influence artistic practice and th...

The 7 Types of Gallery in Bali. And Why Most Visitors Never Find the Real One By Gede Austana In Bali the word “Gallery” is one of the most commonly used English words for a business but can also be very misleading depending on what you're looking for. As a word describing a room/space used to showcase something then yes, it is accurate…to a degree. But if you're an art lover looking for actual art then it can be hugely frustrating as and a disappointment to your Bali experience. I have travelled the island to understand the art ecosystem and as a result, this is how I have come to categorize the many types of galleries that exist here. There have been days when I have spent 6-8hrs travelling in the tropical sun using Google maps as my guide and if I’m lucky then I have a 20% success rate. This success is not in finding art, it’s just finding an open, accurately placed location which operates with some kind of art in mind. Obviously, this is not ideal for visitors with time res...