The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Sofia and

State Cultural Institute, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria

Presents

Bulgarian Batik Exhibiton

Walk of fairy

By. Mrs. Zlatka Bobeva

Sofia, 23 – 31 January 2012 

Batik comes from Javanese word  "amba" which means to write and "nitik". The word itself describe the technique of batik making patterns - using a canting or stamp - and dyeing fabrics by using a material obstacle to the color shades of "night" ( wax ) is applied over the fabric, so resist the entry of dye. Batik is historically the most expressive and subtle of the resist methods. The ever widening range of techniques available offers the artist the opportunity to explore a unique process in a flexible and exciting way. Batik is a craft that has high artistic value and has become part of the culture of Indonesia (particularly Java) since long time ago. 

The presence of Bulgarian Batik is one of the examples of modern Batik or applied Batik technique, where we can say when east meets west. Mrs. Bobeva paintings are real examples to show another forms of Indonesian culture. This exhibition is to honor the sincere dedication of Bulgarian artist, Mrs. Zlatka Bobeva for her inspiring work and thoughtfulness in conserving Indonesian heritage.