June 1, 2024
In a world where our bodies and minds are instruments for various pursuits, those with disabilities face steeper challenges. However, for artists within Tab Space, these challenges are not barriers but rather, opportunities. In this supportive studio nestled in Bandung, disabilities are not only accepted, but also nurtured, enabling disabled artists to freely pursue their creative aspirations.
Despite society’s long-standing devaluation of artistic careers, art holds intrinsic value in our lives. Being an artist can be a challenging feat, even for those with innate talent and good health. This challenge may be amplified for disabled individuals, requiring exceptional passion and resilience from them. And while some might suppose that disabled individuals are unfit to be artists, this belief couldn’t be farther from the truth.
Tab Space, founded by Imaniar Rizky Waridha, stands as a testament to this. Standing proud as a supportive studio for disabled artists, Tab Space celebrates the artistic talent of the disabled, fostering and developing them with the necessary resources. As stated by Waridha, anyone can transform their artistic potential into professional prowess with ample support. Such is the perspective that Tab Space holds until today.
This perspective contains truth, as the fruits of Tab Space’s artists are nothing short of wonderful. Vibrant, original, and brimming with the purity of children, each piece stands as a testament to the artists’ skill and creativity, showcasing their unique capabilities and vision. Currently, Tab Space offers a variety of products in their personal online store, including postcards, stickers, art prints, and more. They also hold occasional collaborative projects and art exhibitions, all crafted by the disabled artists affiliated with Tab Space.
To support these talented individuals and bring their work into your life, do visit their website, tabstudio.org for more information!
Writer: Suksan Yosela
Images courtesy of: @tab____space
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