Jakarta, October 7, 2026 — Deputy Minister of Creative Economy/Deputy Head of the Creative Economy Agency (Ekraf), Irene Umar, emphasized that video mapping is one of the key areas for developing new technologies and digital content, which are projected to become a new engine of growth for Indonesia’s creative economy. She conveyed this during an audience with Raphael Donny, a pioneer of visual arts and motion designer from Yogyakarta.
Deputy Minister of Creative Economy/Deputy Head of the Creative Economy Agency (Ekraf), Irene Umar, and Raphael Donny discuss and emphasize video mapping as a form of digital content projected to become a new engine of growth for Indonesia’s national creative economy, Jakarta, Wednesday (7/10/2026).
“This technology is not merely about captivating visual displays, but also a strategic medium that combines creativity with modern technology. At every major event, this innovation not only delivers spectacular visual experiences but also provides a strategic platform for local talent to express themselves, create works, and inspire wider audiences, while driving creative economic activity that directly contributes to public welfare,” said Irene Umar at the Ministry of Creative Economy office in Jakarta, Wednesday (7/10).
To strengthen guidance and support for creators, studios, and visual artists, particularly those working in video mapping, the Deputy Minister instructed Raphael Donny’s team to coordinate with the Directorate of Film, Animation, and Video and the Directorate of Technology Creativity on capacity development and ecosystem strengthening. The initiative also includes facilitating intellectual property (IP) rights through the Directorate of IP Facilitation Development.
During the meeting, Raphael Donny presented his body of work through his studio, RESdept. These included MöDAR’s “Alpha + Omega,” which successfully featured visual interpretations of wayang and batik at the LUNAR Festival in Bulgaria, as well as visual arts collaborations with video mapping artists Kery Utomo and Illyas Pratama from Sampaikan.
Photo: Bureau for Communication, Ministry of Creative Economy / Creative Economy Agency.
The meeting continued with discussions on strategic collaboration ahead of the World Conference on Creative Economy (WCCE) 2026, scheduled to take place in Jakarta on October 21–23, 2026. Through this international event, video mapping works and visual installations by local talent are expected to strengthen Indonesia’s position as a global creative economy hub.
“Through the momentum of WCCE 2026, the Ministry of Creative Economy hopes that video mapping works and visual installations by local talent will be more than just entertainment, becoming market-ready products and pillars of economic growth. This synergy between advanced technology and cultural narratives will generate strong and independent intellectual property, helping Indonesia shine as a global creative economy hub,” said the Deputy Minister.
Photo: Bureau for Communication, Ministry of Creative Economy / Creative Economy Agency.
Meanwhile, visual artist Raphael Donny expressed his appreciation for the Ministry of Creative Economy’s commitment and tangible support for the sustainability of Indonesia’s video mapping ecosystem.
“We greatly appreciate the Ministry of Creative Economy’s openness in listening to our challenges and its willingness to embrace and activate the video mapping ecosystem. We hope this cross-sectoral collaboration can create economic added value and nurture a new generation of skilled creators ready to compete on the global stage,” said Raphael Donny.
Kiagoos Irvan Faisal
Head of Bureau for Communication
Ministry of Creative Economy / Creative Economy Agency
