Within the tranquil setting of Tangi Restaurant at Gdas Bali, a new story begins—one that unfolds gently through art, memory, and shared experience. “Uparengga: Collective Memory, Living Values” is a multi-disciplinary exhibition that invites guests into a space of quiet reflection, where tradition is not only remembered, but softly reawakened in the present moment.

Held at Tangi Restaurant, a space where culinary expression meets cultural awareness, the experience is designed to feel both intimate and immersive. Surrounded by nature and guided by intention, guests are invited into a deeper connection—between the individual and the collective, the past and the present, the visible and the unseen. Each element is thoughtfully placed, creating an atmosphere where every detail carries meaning.

In Balinese philosophy, Uparengga refers to ceremonial elements that act as a bridge between worlds. They are not merely objects, but vessels of meaning—shaped by intention, arrangement, and symbolic presence. Through their form, they carry stories, prayers, and cultural memory, becoming a quiet language that connects the spiritual with everyday life.

Through this exhibition at Tangi Restaurant, the essence of Uparengga is reinterpreted into contemporary forms, where collective memory and living values are expressed through artistic practice. Each work emerges from shared cultural experiences—traditions passed down, reimagined, and brought into the present through new perspectives and mediums. What was once intangible becomes visible, allowing guests to witness and experience these narratives in a tangible way.

More than an exhibition, this is a living process—an evolving dialogue where art, culture, and human connection continue to grow together.

Featuring the Artists

Bringing together a community of Balinese artists, Uparengga features a collective of creative voices, each contributing their own perspective to a shared cultural narrative.

Satya Bhuana (Painter) translates the intricate beauty of ritual offerings onto canvas, preserving their essence through traditional color and form.

Wayan Rajeg (Sculptor) gives physical presence to stories—transforming intangible narratives into forms that can be seen, felt, and experienced.

Gede Febrianta (Visual Artist) explores art as an offering, where each medium becomes a space for interpretation and devotion.

Agus Purnam (Puppeteer) brings shadow and light into motion, reflecting the cyclical nature of life and memory through wayang performance.

Event Schedule

As part of this living exhibition at Tangi Restaurant, Uparengga unfolds through a series of curated experiences:

April 3, 2026

Ngentenin: The Opening of Uparengga

An intimate evening featuring an art vernissage, tea ceremony, and a thoughtfully curated three-course dinner, accompanied by live performance.

April 10, 2026

Nyigar Banyu Art Workshop

A guided creative session inviting guests to explore personal expression through painting, followed by a sharing circle and afternoon tea in the garden.

April 24, 2026

Sacred Platters: The Art of Dharma Caruban

A hands-on culinary experience inspired by balance and nourishment, where food becomes both creation and artistic expression.

April 29, 2026

The Eling Closing Gala

A closing evening of reflection, featuring a final gallery walk, a curated five-course dinner, and a performance that marks the culmination of the journey.

Where Culture Meets Awareness

At Tangi Restaurant, dining becomes part of a larger narrative. Through Uparengga, the space transforms into a cultural sanctuary—where heritage meets contemporary awareness, and where guests are invited not only to witness, but to feel and participate.

This is a space shaped by collaboration—between artist and audience, tradition and the present moment, flavor and feeling.

Gdas Bali Health and Wellness Resort

Jl. Cempaka, Banjar Kumbuh, MAS, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571

Phone : +62 361 908 3131

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