A Journey of Devotion: John Ang: A Lifetime of Devotion

John Ang’s story of devotion spans over 51 years, beginning with a profound experience during his first trip to Bali in 1973, when he was only 17 years old. Now 68, John has spent decades collecting pieces that reflect acts of devotion. This journey has led to his upcoming fashion show and art exhibition, “Devotion.”

During that pivotal trip to Bali, John visited the Monkey Forest and witnessed a scene that left an indelible mark on him. Amidst the playful monkeys, two Balinese women, adorned in traditional dance attire, gracefully danced to live gamelan music. Surprisingly, apart from the monkeys, there was hardly any audience. When he asked his guide who they were dancing for, the guide replied, "For God." This revelation—that they were expressing gratitude for the blessings in their lives through dance—sparked John's lifelong journey to document and celebrate acts of devotion.