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Yudi Suardi

Yudi Suardi

"Benalu was not used in sculptures but only as firewood. But I saw the enormous potential in this wood because of its unique and fascinating shapes — no two pieces are ever identical."

"I agree with Albert Einstein. He said, 'Imagination is more important that knowledge.' This inspires me so much that... I'm always thinking about what new things I can do.

"My father is a wood sculptor. He taught me how to choose good woods, carve and finish them.

"Sadly, the young generation today rarely wants to carry on with Bali's sculpture traditions. This is why I was especially interested in learning.

"Yes, we do some traditional Balinese carvings and most are still created manually with a bit of help from hand tools. Our materials are obtained from several areas in Bali.

"The lives of Balinese people can be hectic with religious ceremonies throughout the year. So many people don't have enough time to take an office job. Wood carving can provide an income with flexible working hours and can be done at home.

"I use woods like suar, jempinis, and benalu wood, which can be obtained from local timber traders. Benalu was not used in sculptures but only as firewood. But I saw the enormous potential in this wood because of its unique and fascinating shapes — no two pieces are ever identical. So I incorporate it into my work.

"My childhood was a happy time for me. I have a family who always supported me. My father was a sculptor and taught me to craft things with my own hands, so I became a man full of curiosity about how to make new things. My mother is a religious teacher and taught me how to behave toward people and nature.

"In school, I majored in mathematics education. Once when I was on my way to teach in a classroom, my pants suddenly ripped from top to bottom. I panicked and wanted to go home to change but class was starting in five minutes. To go home, I'd have to go through the senior teachers and students on campus. After quickly considering it all, I used a stapler to hold my pants together but it was the most embarrassing experience in my life!" My friends and family describe me as a person with lots of ideas. I work very hard. I always want something new in my life but I don't like to make quick decisions. I have to think before deciding.

"In the beginning when I first started carving wood, many people thought that a bachelor like me should be a government employee or an office worker. But I want to prove that I can succeed in my father's art. I want to change the public's view and show them that success is not only achieved with office work.

"Honestly, I am inspired by my surroundings, from animals and trees to our Balinese culture. My designs are different because I combine benalu wood with other shapes that make teach image unique.

"I am not married yet. If in the future I have children, my hope is that my children learn to be responsible for themselves and I'd want them to continue with my workshop. I think they will because they'll be born and raised in Bali and will want to make sure their culture is preserved."
32 items

Wood sculpture, 'Hummingbird Couple' - Hand Carved Jempinis Wood Hummingbird Sculpture from Bali

Hummingbird Couple, Hand Carved Jempinis Wood Hummingbird Sculpture from Bali

$74.95

Wood sculpture, 'Majestic Mushroom' - Hand-Carved Jempinis Wood Forest Mushroom Sculpture

Majestic Mushroom, Hand-Carved Jempinis Wood Forest Mushroom Sculpture

$61.19 ON SALE $67.99

Wood statuette, 'Tiger Milk Mushroom' - Hand Made Jempinis Wood Mushroom Statuette

Tiger Milk Mushroom, Hand Made Jempinis Wood Mushroom Statuette

$35.99 ON SALE $39.99

Wood statuette, 'Patient Eagles' - Hand Carved Suar Wood Eagle Sculpture

Patient Eagles, Hand Carved Suar Wood Eagle Sculpture

$85.49 ON SALE $89.99

Wood jewelry holder, 'Leafy Sprout' (14 inch) - Carved Jempinis Wood Leaf-Themed 14 Inch Earring Holder

Leafy Sprout, Carved Jempinis Wood Leaf-Themed 14 Inch Earring Holder

$35.95 ON SALE $39.95

Wood sculpture, 'Hummingbird Joy' - Hand-Carved Jempinis Wood Flying Hummingbird Sculpture

Hummingbird Joy, Hand-Carved Jempinis Wood Flying Hummingbird Sculpture

$36.79 ON SALE $39.99

Wood sculpture, 'Hummingbird Heights' - Hummingbird Sculpture Hand Carved from Wood

Hummingbird Heights, Hummingbird Sculpture Hand Carved from Wood

$74.09 ON SALE $77.99

Hibiscus wood statuette, 'Proud Horse' - Hand Carved Hibiscus Wood Horse Head Sculpture

Proud Horse, Hand Carved Hibiscus Wood Horse Head Sculpture

$35.99 ON SALE $39.99

Wood sculpture, 'Morchella Family' - Jempinis and Benalu Wood Morchella Sculpture Crafted in Bali

Morchella Family, Jempinis and Benalu Wood Morchella Sculpture Crafted in Bali

$53.99 ON SALE $59.99

Wood sculpture, 'Silent Owl' - Hand Carved Wood Owl Sculpture

Silent Owl, Hand Carved Wood Owl Sculpture

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Wood sculpture, 'Majestic Mushroom' (13.5 inch) - Jempinis Wood Mushroom Sculpture from Bali (13.5 in.)

Majestic Mushroom, Jempinis Wood Mushroom Sculpture from Bali (13.5 in.)

$98.99 ON SALE $109.99

Wood sculpture, 'Small Grey Whale' - Small Grey Whale Hand Carved Wood Sculpture

Small Grey Whale, Small Grey Whale Hand Carved Wood Sculpture

$26.99 ON SALE $29.99

Wood statuette, 'Honey Bees Buzzing' - Jempinis Wood Honey Bee Statuette

Honey Bees Buzzing, Jempinis Wood Honey Bee Statuette

$85.49 ON SALE $94.99

Wood sculpture, 'Owl Elder' - Hand-Carved Suar Wood Owl Sculpture from Bali

Owl Elder, Hand-Carved Suar Wood Owl Sculpture from Bali

$125.99 ON SALE $139.99

Wood and glass sculpture, 'Hummingbird Wine' - Handblown Glass and Jempinis Wood Hummingbird Sculpture

Hummingbird Wine, Handblown Glass and Jempinis Wood Hummingbird Sculpture

$152.99 ON SALE $169.99

Wood and glass sculpture, 'Mushroom Patch' - Hand Carved Wood and Glass Mushroom Sculpture

Mushroom Patch, Hand Carved Wood and Glass Mushroom Sculpture

$71.99 ON SALE $79.99

Wood and glass sculpture, 'Spring Mushrooms' - Glass and Jempinis Wood Mushroom Sculpture

Spring Mushrooms, Glass and Jempinis Wood Mushroom Sculpture

$70.19 ON SALE $77.99

Wood statuette, 'Young Mushrooms' - Hand Carved Balinese Mushroom Statuette

Young Mushrooms, Hand Carved Balinese Mushroom Statuette

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Wood sculpture, 'Watchful Hare' - Hand-Carved Wood Hare Sculpture from Bali

Watchful Hare, Hand-Carved Wood Hare Sculpture from Bali

$43.19 ON SALE $47.99

Wood figurine, 'Head of the Elephant' - Hand-Carved Benalu Wood Elephant Figurine from Bali

Head of the Elephant, Hand-Carved Benalu Wood Elephant Figurine from Bali

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Wood sculpture, 'Mushroom Season' - Handmade Jempinis and Benalu Wood Mushroom Sculpture

Mushroom Season, Handmade Jempinis and Benalu Wood Mushroom Sculpture

$45.99 ON SALE $49.99

Wood sculpture, 'Living Mushrooms' - Hand Made Jempinis Wood Mushroom Sculpture

Living Mushrooms', Hand Made Jempinis Wood Mushroom Sculpture

$36.79 ON SALE $39.99

Wood statuette, 'Little Hippo' - Jempinis Wood Hippo-Themed Statuette

Little Hippo, Jempinis Wood Hippo-Themed Statuette

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Wood sculpture, 'Jumping Ferret' - Handcrafted Wood Ferret Sculpture with Mushroom-Like Base

Jumping Ferret, Handcrafted Wood Ferret Sculpture with Mushroom-Like Base

$52.19 ON SALE $57.99

Wood statuette, 'Fortunate One' - Hand Carved Wood Elephant Statuette

Fortunate One, Hand Carved Wood Elephant Statuette

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Wood statuette, 'Sweet Wings' - Hand Carved Jempinis Wood Dragonfly Statuette

Sweet Wings, Hand Carved Jempinis Wood Dragonfly Statuette

$45.99 ON SALE $49.99

Wood sculpture, 'Stingray Swimmers' - Hand Carved Jempinis Wood Stingray Sculpture

Stingray Swimmers, Hand Carved Jempinis Wood Stingray Sculpture

$53.99 ON SALE $59.99

Wood statuette, 'Single Cockatoo' - Hand Crafted Jempinis Wood Cockatoo Statuette

Single Cockatoo, Hand Crafted Jempinis Wood Cockatoo Statuette

$35.99 ON SALE $39.99

Wood eyeglasses holder, 'Wise Owl' - Owl-Shaped Jempinis Wood Eyeglasses Holder from Bali

Wise Owl, Owl-Shaped Jempinis Wood Eyeglasses Holder from Bali

$39.99

Wood eyeglasses holder, 'Little Peacock' - Wood Peacock Eyeglasses Holder from Bali

Little Peacock, Wood Peacock Eyeglasses Holder from Bali

$39.99

Wood sculpture, 'Feasting Hummingbird' - Jempinis Wood Hummingbird Sculpture from Bali

Feasting Hummingbird, Jempinis Wood Hummingbird Sculpture from Bali

$39.99

Wood figurine, 'Majestic Mushroom' (4.5 inch) - Jempinis and Benalu Wood Mushroom Figurine (4.5 in.)

Majestic Mushroom, Jempinis and Benalu Wood Mushroom Figurine (4.5 in.)

$37.99

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