DALIHAN NA TOLU AS AN IDEA FOR THE CREATION OF PAINTINGS

Abstract

ABSTRACT

Indonesia is known for its diverse ethnic groups, one of which is the Toba Batak tribe. The Toba Batak community is known for its strong customs with a firm principle called Dalihan Na Tolu. The Dalihan Na Tolu principle is the foundation of social life and the key to life. The principle is based on mutual respect, upholding the genealogy of the clan and the welfare of life. This research raises symbolic meanings that visualize Dalihan Na Tolu emotionally and sacredly. This research aims to explore the meanings of each side of the Toba Batak customs and make it a form of commemoration for Batak teenagers. The research went through 4 stages, namely preparation, elaboration, contemplation and realization. The creation of surrealism flow works with the Chiaroscuro approach technique and expressive stroke technique resulted in twelve artworks inspired by obsolete Batak traditional houses, working together in events and plagues. These works are a blend of traditional and creative expression with strokes of materials and tools chosen to produce optimal and proportional visualization.