Five Arts Studio

Five Arts Studio is one of my favourite places to visit in Bali 🙂 filled with absolutely lovely teachers and gentle people, this place is located in the midst of nature and teaches batik, wood carving and keliki! I've been to the studio on both my trips for Keliki painting. I was lucky to be taught by the artist Nyoman Juli who got me to love Keliki enough to come back home and continue. These teachers go above and beyond! They are gentle, patient and remember you. They teach you technique and guide you, while allowing you to learn and figure it out. This time Nyoman Juli taught me to use the bamboo brush technique and I was beyond thrilled! I look forward to coming back and doing more! There's also a lovely crystal and art shop attached to the studio that's worth visiting! Thank you Nyoman Juli and the team at Five Arts Studio for all your kindness:)

Did a full day doing batik then wood carving. The batik was alot harder than expected but we were guided very patiently by the team. The wood carving was also a challenge but still ended up with a decent final product. The team looked after us all day and even offered a quiet area to rest before the next class started. The area is surrounded by rice fields, lush green gardens and different types of artwork. Such a tranquil and creative space to get yiur art on. Would love to come back!

This was one the highlights of my trip to Ubud! It was a very engaging and creative activity. It was wonderful to learn about this traditional art and have the chance to make my own Batik creation! Dika and the rest of the staff were so patient and helpful making sure our Batik design came out as we wanted. They are excellent artists and made the experience so enjoyable with their warmth and hospitality. I highly recommend this workshop!

​I visited Five Arts Studio in Keliki for my very first batik painting experience, and it was the highlight of my trip to Bali. If you are a beginner like me, this is the perfect place to learn. ​ The studio is set in a beautiful, traditional family compound surrounded by rice fields, which makes the whole process feel incredibly peaceful. I started with a blank white cloth and was guided through sketching, applying the hot wax (which is trickier than it looks but very soothing!), and finally the coloring. The artists here - like Juli, Dika, and Ajus - are so patient. They don't rush you at all. Since it was my first time, I was nervous about messing up the wax lines, but they were right there to help me touch up my work and give me tips on how to blend the dyes for a professional finish. ​ ​They make you feel like a real artist, even if you’ve never picked up a brush. ​ Result: I walked away with a beautiful, vibrant piece of art that I actually made myself. ​If you’re in the Tegallalang or Ubud area, skip the big crowded classes and come here to Keliki. It’s a calm, creative, and truly Balinese experience!

Best art class I have taken. Everyone is so kind and patient. I’m very happy with the results! Dika was extra helpful and a very good teacher. I’m definitely coming back!