Iban Motifs and Where to Look for them Iban Motifs ** A motif is a component of an image in both art and iconography. A motif may appear repeatedly in a pattern or design or it may just appear once in a piece of art. In Sarawak, the dive... Aug 27, 2022 World of Arts
Baruk: A Traditional Bidayuh Architecture Baruk ** Sarawak is well-known for its rich culture and heritage, especially with the diverse population of different races and ethnic groups in the State. When we think of art, we often think of be... Aug 25, 2022 World of Arts
Traditional Kayan Tattoos Traditional Kayan Tattoos ** The Kayan Dayak tribe and tattoo tradition are two things that go hand in hand. As a form of body art, tattooing has a rich symbolic meaning that is also interpreted per... Aug 25, 2022 World of Arts
Upcoming NFT Networking Night Upcoming NFT Networking Night in Kuching ** On August 26, Sarawak Dayak Graduates Association will host an NFT networking event in Kuching with supporting partners Cybertech and NFTSWK. In addi... Aug 24, 2022 Focus
Gendang Pampat: Beating of Traditional Drums Gendang Pampat ** Gendang Pampat is the art of beating the traditional drums of the Ibans which is also known as ketebong. The ketebong is regarded as a sacred instrument and is usually made from... Jul 31, 2022 World of Arts
Keringut and Oreng Keringut and Oreng ** The Keringut/Selingut is a nose flute made out of bamboo played by the Penan tribe which belongs to the Orang Ulu of Sarawak. The Oreng is a form of jaw harp which is also play... Jul 31, 2022 World of Arts
Manik Sarawak Manik Sarawak ** Ever wondered about the beautiful patterns and designs crafted by small beads at handicraft shops? Well, these beads/manik are a special heritage and culture of the indigenous peopl... Jul 31, 2022 World of Arts
Ngepan Indu Ngepan Indu ** Ever wonder about the pretty and intricate costumes worn by Iban women during special occasions and festivals? In general, the traditional outfit that they wear is called "Ngepan" and... Jul 31, 2022 World of Arts
Pratuokng: Bamboo Zither Pratuokng ** When it comes to traditional instruments of Sarawak, there is no doubt that Sape’ would be the first to come to most people’s minds as it is the most famous stringed instrument. However... Jul 31, 2022 World of Arts
Tarian Alu-Alu Tarian Alu-Alu of the Melanau Ethnic Group ** When one thinks of funerals, it is always a solemn and silent occasion but this is a bit different for the Melanau ethnic group. The Melanau ethnic grou... Jul 31, 2022 World of Arts
Tarian Menyak Melanau Tarian Menyak ** Melanau is one of the ethnic groups indigenous to Sarawak. They are also known as A-Likou meaning people of the river in the Mukah dialect. They are settled in scattered communiti... Jul 31, 2022 World of Arts
The Art of Gawai Festival Gawai Dayak is a well-known and one of the biggest festivals celebrated in Sarawak and it is usually celebrated during the month of June. It is a festival to celebrate the end of the rice harvesting s... Jul 31, 2022 World of Arts