traditional masks Archives

Dancing Memories of Wayang Wong

January 30, 2023February 27, 2023by Dewi Dian ReichLeave a comment

Shared memories of the mysterious nature of a unique ancient tradition. The Wayang Wong of Pura Taman Pule.

Awaiting Hanuman

January 13, 2023January 13, 2023by Dewi Dian ReichLeave a comment

The Living Masks of Bali. Hanuman, a mask in progress. A look into the making of the mask of Hanuman and our love of a cherished symbol of devotion.

The Subtleties of Topeng Keras

December 21, 2022January 6, 2023by Dewi Dian Reich1 Comment

Explores what lies within the character of 'Topeng Keras'. One of the sacred Masks that appear in Topeng Babad. Amongst Bali's oldest and most sacred Dance Mask Rituals.

Mastery of the Smiling Mask

January 21, 2022January 21, 2022by Dewi Dian ReichLeave a comment

The Living Masks of Bali Chapter 08: The Smiling Mask

Ratu Gede Mas Mecaling, Krisna and Komokwa the Undersea God

December 8, 2021July 30, 2022by Dewi Dian Reich1 Comment

Deities and the Ironies of Commercialisation. The Living Masks of Bali: Chapter 06

Topeng Babad Today

October 12, 2021July 30, 2022by Dewi Dian Reich3 Comments

Topeng Babad Today. The Living Masks of Bali: Chapter 05

Tools of the Mask Maker

September 16, 2021September 24, 2021by Dewi Dian Reich2 Comments

Tools of the Mask Maker The Living Masks of Bali: Chaper 04

Barong Landung Arrives

September 12, 2021September 12, 2021by Dewi Dian ReichLeave a comment

Barong Landung Arrives The Living Masks of Bali chapter 03