Explore unique sand paintings and traditional ikat weaving.
Step beyond Ubud’s commercial galleries into the warm family compound of Jero Made Kontenshi and his wife, where everyday natural materials and handspun threads are transformed into living Balinese art.
THE EXPERIENCE
Art in Sayan is not separate from daily life—it grows directly from the materials of the home and garden.
Since his youth, Jero Made Kontenshi has cultivated a personal devotion to tactile sand painting and upcycled craftsmanship, turning humble coconut shells into intricate wall ornaments and fragrant pandan leaves into traditional door hangings. Alongside his studio, his wife preserves the meticulous heritage of traditional Balinese ikat and songket weaving, working thread by thread to create expressive heirloom textiles.
Guests are welcomed to browse the couple’s creations, hear the stories behind each piece, and purchase handwoven textiles directly from the family—with all donations and proceeds supporting Jero Made’s household.
Jero Made Kontenshi
Healer & Painter
Born in 1961 in Sayan, Ubud, Jero Made Kontenshi is a 65-year-old traditional healer and lifelong painter. Following a decade-long personal healing journey that deepened his spiritual connection, he dedicated his life to counseling community members and preserving Bali’s creative heritage alongside his wife.
Located at Jl. Sindu, Sayan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571 (9 minutes by car from Terra Sayan), Jero Made’s family compound serves as both a working village household and an intimate gallery of sand paintings and handloomed textiles.
Booking Notice
Advance booking required
Getting There
Escorted transfer by Terra’s Team
What’s Included
Included : Home gallery visit and host introduction
Not included : Optional artwork and textile purchases
Awareness & Attire
Casual attire; non-refundable
Language
English, Indonesian
Suitable For
Ideal for art enthusiasts, culture lovers, and curious travelers seeking authentic, community-rooted Balinese craftsmanship beyond standard tourist attractions.
Reconnect with your inner balance through intuitive energy therapy, palm reading, and birth-chart guidance at the home of Sayan’s village healer.
