Inside Bali's Batik History and Where to Find The Real Art

How did Indonesia’s most sacred textile migrate from Java to Bali? Watch as I visit Batik Popiler (the first batik store on the island); an active, local art studio in Ubud; and the wholesale market in historic Denpasar. Do you own a piece of batik? If so, where did you get it from? Business information: Batik Popiler Jl Gajah Mada No. 117, Denpasar phone 361-422498 The First Batik Store in Bali Batik Popiler II JL WR Supratman no 306, Denpasar 80237, Indonesia Their second location, where batik art takes place. Five Art Studio Jl. Raya Keliki, Keliki, Tegallalang, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561, Indonesia Toko Adil Batik and Textile Wholesale and Retail . . . . MUSIC: Courtesy of the amazing artists at: Musicbed https://www.musicbed.com/ EQUIPMENT: The gear I love and travel with (cameras, camping equipment, & travel essentials): https://www.amazon.com/shop/tracingth... . . LET'S STAY CONNECTED: Interested in behind-the-scenes footage and secrets? My Patrons are always the first to know about my upcoming plans. Consider supporting TracingThought productions via Patreon:   / tracingthought   Visit my website for creator’s thoughts, facts of the film, merch and more: https://www.tracingthought.com Photojournalism:   / tracingthought   “Like” the TracingThought page on Facebook:   / tracingthought   Follow along on Twitter:   / tracingthought   For professional inquiries/projects, email: [email protected] Who is TracingThought? Ashlei Payne is an independent photojournalist and filmmaker, eager to go beyond the already told story. Her slogan and mantra, “A Deeper Understanding,” is the driving force behind all of her work. Ashlei focuses on capturing the unexpected, overlooked, and sometimes shunned realities of our world. As she traverses through murky waters, personal determination, and high-intensity moments, the end product is always in its purest form. For more information, visit https://www.tracingthought.com