I Wayan Sila

draws owls in forests,and others such as traditional dances and
stories,using extremely intricate painting technique in Bali in
his unique fashion. He creates his own world while respecting the traditional paintings,Variation of colors layerd on canvas and
papers brings us to a tranquil world.
Born and lives in Ubud,Bali.Studied Balinese painting using motifs such as Balong and Algadance from I Wayan Jujul.His grandfather is I Wayan Barwa,well-known painter in Bali.

Very intricate painting requires time-taking steps,first,outline by using handmade bamboo pen in Chinese ink on canvas,second,color motifs using two brushes,one with water and Chinese ink,and the other containing water only,in order to lighten ink and to complete a rough sketch like"Sumie"(black and white drawing),third,color by acrylic paint,a small amount of acrylic paint is used for lightening with water,After coloring each motif and beckground,double-paint a variety of acrylic colors such as yellow,white and brown,by use of hand-made bamboo pen(crushed its tip with stone)which provides us with light and shade/shadow.

The artist makes his canvas,bamboo pens and brushes by himself.Traditional Balinese painting adops dance,religious rituals and stories in Bali as motifs.His main themes are owl family and forests.

Painting of big birds you see in other areas than Ubud are different
from his works in painting technique.