In Resonance of Souls, Bayu Utomo Radjikin brings together the power of the human form and the emotional intensity of abstraction. Known for his bold figurative work, Bayu now explores the intersection between body language and emotional expression through dynamic strokes, colours, and textures.

Each figure in the exhibition is depicted in dramatic poses—silent yet deeply expressive. Surrounding them are abstract elements that don’t represent specific emotions, but rather convey a sense of energy, struggle, or inner conflict. The result is a visual conversation between the physical and the emotional, where the body becomes a vessel for the soul’s resonance.

Bayu keeps the figures neutral and anonymous, drawing from online references to avoid personal bias. Many are presented in idealised male forms, symbolising human effort, discipline, and the tension between inner and outer worlds.

With consistent formats and carefully considered compositions, Resonance of Souls invites viewers to experience not just what is seen, but what is felt. It’s a reflection on what it means to be human—where body and soul move in harmony, tension, and everything in between.

About the Artist

Bayu Utomo Radjikin is one of Malaysia’s leading contemporary artists, widely recognised for his powerful figurative works that explore identity, emotion, and the human condition. Known for his technical mastery and dramatic use of the human form, Bayu’s art often reflects deeply personal and cultural narratives—blending realism with theatrical intensity.

A founding member of the influential Matahati Collective and the founder of HOM Art Trans, Bayu has played a pivotal role in shaping the local art scene while exhibiting internationally at venues like Tate Britain and Wei-Ling Gallery. His evolving practice spans painting, sculpture, and abstraction—each work a meditation on struggle, memory, and the soul beneath the surface.