Biography
Amirahvelda Priyono (Indonesia, b. 1994), or Velda, is an art writer, curator, and art historian specialising in Southeast Asian modern and contemporary art. Her research focuses on politics, war, and photography, aiming to connect the socio-political narrative with historical complexity through collective memory approaches. The scope of her research includes the aftermath of war, political tensions, collective memories of history, and archives from the colonial period to the present-day government system.
She completed her Bachelor's degree in French Literature at the University of Padjadjaran, Indonesia (2012-2016), and holds a Master's degree in Asian Art Histories from LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore (2022-2023). Velda has published articles, essays, and journals such as Plural Art Magazine, APARN, the ACA Project, and Circa Art Magazine. Currently based in Surabaya, Indonesia, Velda is committed to uncovering overlooked stories and fostering a deeper understanding of…
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Amirahvelda Priyono (Indonesia, b. 1994), or Velda, is an art writer, curator, and art historian specialising in Southeast Asian modern and contemporary art. Her research focuses on politics, war, and photography, aiming to connect the socio-political narrative with historical complexity through collective memory approaches. The scope of her research includes the aftermath of war, political tensions, collective memories of history, and archives from the colonial period to the present-day government system.
She completed her Bachelor's degree in French Literature at the University of Padjadjaran, Indonesia (2012-2016), and holds a Master's degree in Asian Art Histories from LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore (2022-2023). Velda has published articles, essays, and journals such as Plural Art Magazine, APARN, the ACA Project, and Circa Art Magazine. Currently based in Surabaya, Indonesia, Velda is committed to uncovering overlooked stories and fostering a deeper understanding of…





