YOGYAKARTA, 09/10/2025 - Sigid Suseno, a student of the Photography Study Program of the Faculty of Recording Media Arts, Institut Seni Indonesia Yogyakarta, made a proud achievement by passing the selection in the international art exhibition "The 1st HNU International Student Art Exhibition" organized by Hainan University, China.
The photographic work entitled "The Last Dance with Jane Doe" by Sigid Suseno (listed in the catalog as Sigurd Suceno) was selected from hundreds of artworks submitted from various countries. At least 30 international colleges and universities, photography institutes, galleries and media participated in the event. The exhibition features the best works of international students and can be accessed online through a virtual platform.
The jury for the event consists of 11 highly-qualified people with diverse backgrounds including presidents of renowned photography associations, artistic directors of international photography festivals, heads of photography programs from various universities, and prominent experts and scholars led by an artistic director of an international photography festival, ensuring that the entire process is professional and credible.
This achievement is not only a source of pride for Sigid personally, but also proof that art education in Indonesia can compete internationally. The selected work "The Last Dance with Jane Doe" shows artistic and technical qualities that are recognized by international curators.
The success of the students of the Photography Study Program FSMR ISI Yogyakarta is a tangible manifestation of ISI Yogyakarta's commitment to producing young artists who are globally competitive. This achievement is expected to motivate other students to continue working and competing in the international arena.