Nuanu: Bali’s Ambitious New Intersection of Art, Nature, and Community

A light gray stone statue of a stylized humanoid figure, resembling an astronaut or a person with a helmet and large over-ear headphones, is centrally positioned outdoors in the city of Unknown, Unknown. The figure is seated with bent legs and cupped hands, holding a white, multi-petaled lotus flower. Its surface exhibits patches of green moss or lichen, particularly in crevices. The statue rests on a carved stone base designed to mimic a stack of audio speakers, also showing signs of weathering and green growth. The word "SPRAYGROUND" is embossed on the lower front of this base. To the viewer's right of the statue, a tall, bright yellow fabric banner or flag curves inward at the top, from which a small yellow heart-shaped charm hangs by a string. The background features lush green foliage and trees, with a light-colored, tent-like structure visible on the left and a gravelly ground surface. The sky above is clear light blue with minimal cloud cover, indicating an outdoor, daylight setting.

Two small children stand in a sunny garden, silhouetted against the bright sun. They are playing among large wire sculptures of human figures. The sculptures resemble the outlines of sitting people, made from curved metal rods. The children are positioned within these sculptures, their dark forms contrasting with the intense light behind them. The grass is green, and there are some plants and trees visible.

Two women wearing pink shirts are posing for a photograph. One woman on the left wears a white baseball cap, and the woman on the right holds a medal. In front of them, a black sign with "nuonu" written in white lettering is held up. Two women are observing them from behind, one wearing a white skirt and a pink shirt, and the other wearing peach-colored shorts and a top. In the background, there is a large board displaying "nuonu RUN" and categories for "5K 10K 21K," along with names and times. Green grass covers the ground.

A video shows a group of people walking and running on a paved road surrounded by lush greenery and trees under a clear sky. The sun shines brightly, casting long shadows. In the foreground, a person in a maroon shirt and brown shorts walks away from the camera, carrying a light blue bag. Ahead, two men are running towards the camera. One wears a black sleeveless shirt, black shorts, and green shoes. The other wears a white cap, sunglasses, a colorful sleeveless shirt, gray shorts, and white shoes. Other people are visible in the background further down the road.

An outdoor scene captured under natural daylight displays a recreational or park-like environment. In the foreground, on the right, a wooden directional sign with white text and icons is partially visible, indicating "Art Village," "Public Toilet" (with a restroom icon), "Bus Stop" (with a bus icon), and "To Nuanu." A thin metal rod extends from the ground near the base of the sign. To the left, two dark, abstract sculptures resembling large, spherical forms on thick trunks are present, possibly constructed from woven dark material. The midground is dominated by a large, olive-green tarp or canopy providing shade over an area with several dark-framed tables and benches, arranged in picnic-style configurations on a patch of artificial green turf. The ground surrounding this area is covered in vibrant green grass, showing distinct patterns of sunlight and shadow, suggesting a low sun angle. In the background, beyond the covered seating and through an opening in the canopy, a suspension bridge is visible, stretching across a wooded area. Further to the right of the bridge, a multi-tiered wooden structure, possibly an observation tower or play area, is discernible amidst the trees. The distant landscape consists of gently sloping green terrain and numerous trees. The sky above is clear and light blue. No individuals are present in the frame.

The video features a small, open-air structure with a curved, tiled roof and draped white curtains, reminiscent of a gazebo, nestled amidst lush greenery. The camera pans to the right, revealing a stunning panoramic view of a black sand beach and the ocean beyond, with gentle waves lapping at the shore under a clear, partially cloudy sky.