Luh’De Gita Indonesian, b. 1997

Luh’De Gita's work explores the intersection of personal interests and collective issues, from her fascination with The Sims to the effects of overtourism in Bali. These themes appear throughout her paintings, where she moves beyond initial sketches through spontaneous interventions, allowing her work to evolve organically. For Luh’De, The Sims symbolizes a desire for control, postrealism, and an escape from reality. Her growing interest in the gentrification and "aesthetic gaze" imposed by tourism in Bali highlights how colonial legacies have shaped the preservation of Balinese culture. Her paintings capture the tension between idealized realities and the consequences of human intervention, illustrating how Bali has become commodified in a post-realistic tourist economy, where traditional customs are curated for global consumption.