ARTIST STATEMENT
Carrying the values of freedom, well-being, and pleasure, OZAQUES presents works that not only liberate the soul and bring happiness, but also aim to remind about the importance of social issues & culture. Through art, OZAQUES wants to open up space for self-reflection, emotional connection, and deeper conversations about inner well-being between human and nature in life. OZAQUES creates with pleasure, creates for himself, and creates for others.
SHORT BIO
OZAQUES a.k.a. M.Y.A.Rozzaq (b.1996) started his first exhibition in 2017 and in the same year he was involved in the International Internship Study program at Babaran Segaragunung Culture House, Indonesia. From 2018 to 2019, OZAQUES actively participated in art exhibitions in Indonesia. Then in 2020, OZAQUES was selected to participate in the Post-skilled Artist (SPt) residency program at Padepokan Seni Bagong Kussudiardja (PSBK), Indonesia and has also participated in exhibitions in Indonesia, Pakistan, Germany, New Jersey, and Ecuador. Then in 2021, OZAQUES became the chairman of the Schizophrenia Care Community in Yogyakarta for one period. In the same year, he was involved in a digital art collaborative project held by Shoebox Arts, Los Angeles and also had the opportunity to publish an experimental-based collaborative art project “Mental Illness and Creativity” in The Muse Magazine, McMaster University, Canada. OZAQUES also has been involved in the Open Art Class program: Developing Power & Critical Thinking in the Art Making of Based Research facilitated by Inkubator Inisiatif, Indonesia.
ARTS EXPERIENCE
01/
ARTS EXHIBITION
2021
- “ART FOR ART II” Virtual Exhibition, Oyster Gallery’s Website, Pakistan
- An Experiment Project “Mental Illness and Creativity” published and presented by The Muse Magazine, McMaster University, Canada
- Call and Response: Collaboration at a Distance Round 11 and Exhibition Organized by Shoebox Arts, Los Angeles
2020
- 2nd International Visual Art Exhibition Multi Frame #2 "Bringing Diversity into Harmony in Virtual World", Virtual Exhibition, UNS, Indonesia
- “Melipat Senjang”, Virtual Exhibition, Padepokan Seni Bagong Kussudiardja, Indonesia
- 2nd. International Meeting of Art and Culture "HERE I AM / RE INCIDENT", Ecuador
- “Transform with Intentions” Virtual Exhibition, With Intention Holistic Studio’s Website, New Jersey, USA
- “Di Belantara Tagar, Kau Siapa” Virtual Performing Art, Padepokan Seni Bagong Kussudiardja (PSBK)’s Website, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Short Film & Video Art – CAPTCHA Design Festival 2020 “HABITAT”, Virtual & Physical Exhibition, Mannheimer Kunstverein Gallery, Germany
- “ART FOR ART” Virtual Exhibition, Oyster Gallery’s Website, Pakistan
- Manifesto VII “PANDEMI” Virtual Exhibition, National Gallery Indonesia’s Website, Jakarta, Indonesia
- “Suara 3x4 m” Virtual Exhibition, Padepokan Seni Bagong Kussudiardja (PSBK)’s Website, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- “Wayang Sebagai Inspirasi Seni” Art Exhibition, Omah Budaya Kahangnan, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- “Di Balik Pintu Rumah” Virtual Performing Art, Padepokan Seni Bagong Kussudiardja (PSBK)’s Youtube Channel, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2019
- Solo Exhibition (A Part of Final Assignment) - Traumatic and Catharsis, Indieart House Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- “Equir-Primordial” Kans Art Collective, Coffee & Awor’s Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Exhibition of 40 Best Art Works of the Basoeki Abdullah Art Award "Re-Mitologization", Basoeki Abdullah Museum, Jakarta, Indonesia
- Exhibition of Multimedia Works – KELAKON, Taman Budaya Yogyakarta (TBY), Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Drawing, Poetry and Sketch Exhibition, Babaran Segaragunung Culture House, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- "REDEFINING CHAPTER" REDBASE Art Exhibition, REDBASE Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Posopo "Fine Art Exhibition? #2 "- Gastric Acid Passion, Bjong Ngopi Alternative Space, Yogyakarta Indonesia
- Short Film Screening "Road to the West", Yogyakarta College of Communication Sciences, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- "Art For Orangutan # 3 - A Good Life For Orangutan Art Exhibition", Jogja National Museum, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2018
- Fine Art Exhibition "Growing Rooted - Reading Batik Seratan Citra Semen", Heri Dono’s Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Performing Art at the Opening of the Exhibition "Growing Rooted - Reading Batik Seratan Citra Semen", Heri Dono’s Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- FORKOM Yogyakarta Photography Exhibition "Masterpiece", SMSR Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Painting Exhibition at the PEKSIMIDA Competition Event, Kristen Duta Wacana University, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2017
- Performing Arts Collaboration with artists from Indonesia, France and Korea, Babaran Segaragunung Culture House, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- "Mading & Wall" Photography Exhibition, SMSR Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Photography Exhibition “Manifestation”, Kelas Pagi Yogyakarta (KPY) Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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COLLABORATIVE ARTS PROJECT
2021
- Facilitator for the Occupational Activities Program at the Community Health Center of Kraton Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Call and Response: Collaboration at a Distance Round 11 and Exhibition Organized by Shoebox Arts, Los Angeles
2020
- Art Content Collaboration with Jacinto&Lirio, a Creative Industry from Philippines
- Yuwana Zine #2, ASEAN Youth Forum, as a Participating Artist
- Video Art Collaboration, Virtual ‘Open’ Studio, as a Participating Artist
- Anthology of Poetry “All Play Growing Role” with the Indonesian Schizophrenia Care Community (KPSI) Yogyakarta, as an Initiator & Editor
2019
- Batik Collaboration with ODS (People with Schizophrenia), as an Artist
- Short Film Production “Road to The West”, as a Director & Actor
- VLOG Production “Investing in Woman – Women and Batik in the Digital Age”, as a Director
- Create Art Photography for My Solo Exhibition with other artists, Danai (Greece), Rio (Indonesia), Randi (Indonesia), Shinta (Indonesia)
- Short Film Production “LUCID”, as an Actor
- Community Service Adverts Vlog “PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) Psychological Disorders” With Postgraduate Psychology Student, as a Director & D.O.P
- TVC PINASTHIKAFEST Production “Do Well”, as a Director
- The Art of Photography as a Medium of Representation of the Retrospect of Human Relations with the Nature of Difference in Traumatic and Catharsis Experiences: Phenomenolgy Study, Final Assignment (Thesis) for Diploma III Program, as an Author
2018
- Create Art Photography with other artists, Annu (Germany), Okta (Indonesia), Titis (Indonesia), Diandra (Indonesia)
- Short Film Production “TAKON”, as an Actor
- SOKONG! “Wakil-wakil” photobook, as a Participating Artist
- Curatorial Writing of FORKOM Photography Exhibition “Masterpiece”
- Curatorial Writing of Photography Group Exhibition “Plasticity”
2017
- SOKONG! “Kebersamaan” photobook, as a Participating Artist
- SOKONG! “Pertukaran” photobook, as a Participating Artits
- Production of PINASTHIKAFEST Community Service Advertisements "More BIKE"
- Video Clip Production "Dewantara Rock", as a Lighting Team
- Short Film Production "FANA", as an Actor
- Short Film Production "LUPUT", as an Artistic Team
- Short Film Production "TABU", as a Director & Scriptwriter
- Curatorial Writing of Photography Group Exhibition “Manifestation”
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PRESENTATION/ARTIST TALK/SPEAKER
2021
- A webinar “Tradition, Creativity, and Technology”, organized by Babaran Segaragunung Culture House, Indonesia
2020
- Artist Talks "Identity in Social Media", Anjangsana PSBK Program, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Artist Talks “Creative and Collaborative Process”, Anjangsana PSBK Program, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2019
- Artist Talks “Creative Processes in Creating Artwork”, Coffee & Awor’s Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Presentation of “Design of Work Creation and Methodology” in Masterclass #2 at Inkubator Inisiatif Program
- Ink, Sketches, and Their Development, Inktober 2019 at Bjong Ngopi, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Implications of Semiotics in Calligraphy as an Advertence Promotion Strategy, Calligraphy Workshop at Kaliurang, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- The Phenomenon of Human Relations with the Nature of Difference in Traumatic and Catharsis Experiences, Indieart Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- The Creative Process of Creation in the work "I, Tribawana and Tribuwana", SMSR Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- The Convergence of Medium Batik and Photography in "Intersubjective Conversation with Tribawana", Residency Program at Babaran Segaragunung Culture House, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2018
- Talkshow "Propedia - Inspiring Youth", Institution Program at STIKOM, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- "Sticky Notes - Creative Student" talk show, Institution Program at STIKOM, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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ARTS EDU & ARTIST IN RESIDENCY
2020
- Artist in Recidency, Padepokan Seni Bagong Kussudiardja, Yogyakarta, Indonesi
- Workshop Short Film in CAPTCHA Design Festival 2020, Germany
2019
- Batik and Traditional Medicine Seminar, UGM Grahasaba, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Masterclass #2 with FX Harsono “Be Critical in The Creation of Work”, Inkubator Inisiatif, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Discussion Class “Artistic Practices in Social Movements”, Biennale Equator, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2018
- “Art Appreciation for World Women’s Photographer” with Alia Swastika, Kelas Pagi Yogyakarta (KPY), Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2017
- International Internship Study, Art & Culture Residency, Babaran Segaragunung Culture House, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
CURRICULUM VITAE
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CORPORATION SCOPE
2023 — Present
Chief Operating Officer at Dee Aksara Internasional Corp., Jakarta, Indonesia
- Manage the company's daily operations.
- Maintain financial efficiency and productivity in operational processes.
- Participate in the development of corporate and operational strategy.
- Identify opportunities for operational efficiency improvements.
- Monitor and evaluate the company's operational performance.
- Develop and implement performance metrics to measure effectiveness.
- Optimize supply chain management from production to distribution of products or services.
- Oversee and ensure product or service quality standards are maintained.
- Recruit, develop and lead operational teams.
- Develop an effective operational organizational structure.
- Ensure the company operates in accordance with industry regulations and standards.
- Develop training programs to improve team skills and a healthy work environment.
- Address operational issues and devise effective solutions.
- Collaborate with other departments to solve cross-functional problems.
- Responsible for operational budget allocation and ensuring expenditure is in accordance with the plan.
2023 — Present
Senior Creative Designer at Digital Marketing Agency, JT Digitally, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Lead the creative ideation process for multi-channel campaigns, ensuring designs align with brand identity, audience insights, and marketing goals.
- Design high-impact visuals for branding, advertising, social media, websites, presentations, packaging, and promotional materials with consistency and attention to detail.
- Maintain and elevate brand aesthetics for various clients, ensuring all creative outputs adhere to brand guidelines and contribute to brand growth.
- Work directly with clients to understand their needs, pitch creative ideas, present moodboards and design directions, and refine solutions based on feedback.
- Oversee design workflows, mentor junior designers, and ensure timely delivery of creative assets across multiple projects and deadlines.
- Stay updated with design, marketing, and cultural trends to bring fresh, relevant perspectives to creative work and inspire innovative storytelling.
- Mastery of design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD), and motion graphics software.
2015
Operator Design Internship Program, Spectrum Printing, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Receive and process design files from clients or the marketing team for various printed materials (books, brochures, banners, packaging, etc.).
- Adjust layouts, dimensions, and formats to match the requirements of printing machines (offset/digital).
- Ensure correct image resolution, color conversion (CMYK/RGB), bleed, margins, and font usage based on printing standards.
- Perform final checks (prepress) and proofing before the printing process.
- Coordinate with the production team regarding the readiness of print files.
- Archive design files and maintain organized work documentation.
2014 — 2015
3D Design, LLP Gold Company, Bandung, Indonesia
- Create detailed 3D designs for gold products such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and pendants using specialized software with brand concepts and market trends.
- Produce high-quality renders for presentation, catalogues, digital marketing, and e-commerce—emphasizing lighting, textures, and realistic gold material finishes.
- Coordinate with production teams and artisans to ensure designs can be accurately and efficiently realized through manufacturing processes (e.g., 3D wax printing, casting, and finishing).
- Participate in R&D for new collections by researching consumer preferences, global design inspirations, and technical innovations.
- Adapt and tailor designs for custom orders including initials, engravings, and combinations of metals and gemstones.
- Revise and refine designs based on feedback from the creative team, product managers, or clients.
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ILLUSTRATION & CREATIVE DESIGN PROJECT
2019
- Layout Design Promotional Psychoeducation Booklet “Get to Know Schizophrenia”
2018
- Psychology Poster Design “Rimat Jiwangga”, Psychology Postgraduate
- Documentation of the SEKARJAGAD Batik Workshop
- Documentation of Jogja Batik Biennale Event
- Caption Design Jogja Batik Biennale Event
- Catalog Exhibition Layout Design of “Growing Rooted – Reading Batik Seratan Semen Image”
- Book Layout Design “Batikku, Afif Syakur”
- Book Layout Design “Natural Dyes and Their Used for Batik Coloring”
- Catalog Layout Design “Batik in the Life of Yogyakarta People”
- Catalog and Poster Design “Plasticity” Photography Exhibition
2017
- Catalog and Poster Design “Manifestation” Photography Exhibition
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ORGANIZATION & COMMITTEE
2021 — 2023
- Chairman, Indonesia Community Care for Schizophrenia in Yogyakarta (KPSI Yogyakarta)
2019
- Chairperson of the “KELAKON” Final Exhibition, Taman Budaya Yogyakarta (TBY), Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Documentation of SLIRAKU Project, HONF, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- KANS Art Collective, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2018
- Batik Association Information Center of SEKARJAGAD, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Spatial Coordinator in PEKSIMINAS “Comic Strip Competition”, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Spatial Coordinator in Pandora Award “Cultural Heritage”, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Display Team “Tumbuh Mengakar – Membaca Batik Citra Semen”, Heri Dono’s Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Public Relations Team “Ambasraya” Book Review, BSG Culture House, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Display Team “Tapak Tilas – 1000 Years For The Sake of Prathana”, Convention Center The Alana Hotel, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Coordinator of FORKOM Photography Exhibition “Masterpiece”, SMSR Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2017 — 2018
- Head of The Advertising Study Program (PANDORA), Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Deputy Chairman of The Akindo Photography Studio (SAFA), Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Head of The Creative Division of the Akindo Cinematography Studio (SASINDO), Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Member of the Yogyakarta Photography Communication Forum, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2017
- Chairperson of the “Ambawani” Creative Collective Exhibition, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Chairperson of the Manifestation” Photography Exhibition, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Volunteer Gallery Sitter ARTJOG 10 “Changing Perspective”, Jogja National Museum, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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AWARDS
2019
- 40 Best Works in the Basoeki Abdullah Art Award "Re-Mitologization" Art Competition, National Scale, Indonesia
- 2nd Place in VLOG Festival "Investing in Woman - About Women and Batik in the Digital Age", National Scale, Indonesia
- Best Digital Imaging Works, Institutional Scale, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2018
- Award for Best Work in FORKOM Yogyakarta Photography Exhibition "Masterpiece - Greatest Work", National Scale, Indonesia
- 1st Place Photography Contest "Wonderful FISE - Indonesian Culture", National Scale, Indonesia
- Scholarship Study, Institutional Scale, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2018
- Top 10 Finalists in Journalistic Photo Contest, National Scale, Indonesia
- Poster Design “The Best New Comer Adv 2016”, Institutional Scale, Yogyakarta, Indonesia