Keracak—an Indonesian term used to characterize ecstatic leaps of joy and the turbulent wake a vessel leaves in its path—describes the spirit, energy, and momentum of the Mekotek tradition during Kuningan day in the traditional village of Munggu.

The tradition dates back to the 17th-century Mengwi Kingdom, originally performed to celebrate the joyous return of soldiers who had won a fierce battle against the Blambangan Kingdom. While it was briefly banned during the Dutch colonial era, the villagers successfully revived it, and it remains a vital cornerstone of Munggu’s cultural identity today. 

Framed photograph of Keracak series in the duo show: Terbawa Arus (Floating the River) at Warung Mata, Bali

Keracak II, 2026, Silver Gelatin Print 51 × 41cm (Framed) / Edition of 10