Herru Yoga
Herru Yoga lahir di Batusangkar, Sumatera Barat, 1989. Belajar di Program Studi Seni lukis, Jurusan Seni Murni, Institut Seni Indonesia dan lulusan Jurusan Pendidikan Bahasa Prancis, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), Yogyakarta, 2014.

2025
• After Ruins, International Group Show, Non frasa Gallery, Bali
• Art Jog, Motif Amalan, 2025, Jogja National Museum
• 16, Group Show, OZ Gallery, Australia (Sydney)
2024
• Group Exhibition, All About Gallery, Singapore
• Group Show, Yogya Annual Art, Sangkring Art Space, Yogyakarta
• Showcase, Vilazan Gallery, Madrid
• Group Exhibition, Reds Sunset, IM Gallery, Guangzhou, China
2023
• Piece of Paradox, Sangkring Art Space, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
• Indonesian Young Artists (IYA!): Redefining the Indonesian Aesthetic, Gajah Gallery, Singapore
2022
• A Matter of Scale and Perspective, Art Gallery Association Singapore, Gajah Gallery,
• Singapore
• Group Exhibition, Offbeat, Gajah Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
• Group Exhibition, Reframing Roots, Gajah Gallery, Singapore
2021
• Upwind Downtempo: On Sabbaticals and Discoveries, Gajah Gallery, Yogyakarta,
Indonesia
Solo Exhibition
• Mini solo, The Storm is Getting Closer, All About Gallery, Singapore (2024)
Art Fairs 2022-2025
• Art Jakarta Garden, 2025, Serpong Gallery
• Art Jakarta, JIEXPO Kemayoran, represented by Serpong Gallery
• Art SG, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, represented by Gajah Gallery
• Art Jakarta Garden 2023, represented by Gajah Gallery
• Art Fair Philippines, represented by Gajah Gallery
• Singapore Art Week, represented by Gajah Gallery
• Art Moment Jakarta at Gandaria City, represented by Gajah Gallery
Awards
• First Place, Doha Youth Innovation Award for the Visual Arts (Global Contemporary Art Categories), Qatar (2020)
Publications
• "Indonesian Young Artists: Redefining Perspectives", exhibition catalog by Gajah
• Gallery, 2023
• "The Narrative of Ambiguity in Contemporary Art", featured article in Art & Design
• Journal, 2022
• "Exploring Southeast Asian Aesthetics", Southeast Asia Art Quarterly, 2021
• villazan Gallery present, interview with Herru yoga, villazan present, 2024, Spanyol
• ArtJog, artiste, Herru Yoga
Artist Statement
Herru Yoga’s work delves into the intricacies of human experiences, exploring themes of identity, memory, and the socio-political landscape of contemporary life. His art is characterized by a vibrant interplay of textures and mediums, creating a dynamic dialogue between tradition and modernity.
Drawing inspiration from the artistic approach of, Herru often incorporates ambiguity and surreal elements in his compositions. These ambiguous objects challenge viewers to interpret meanings, inviting them to confront uncertainty and explore the subconscious. This A nuanced approach bridges emotional depth with visual intrigue, enriching the narrative layers of his work.
Permanent Collection
● Ministry Department of Culture State of Qatar, Qatar Museum.