(pocket) batikpedia

Illustration, Publication

While Batik was known for its pretty patterns, most people are not aware of the philosophy behind the design. Every design holds meaning, with some being used on happy occasions, and some are exclusively used in a grieving situation. This is where (pocket) batikpedia comes into the picture to raise awareness.

Like its name, (pocket) batikpedia is a mini encyclopedia of Batik. It consisted of curated information starting from the popular batik design to the appropriate batik clothes for events. Designs that are acceptable in marriage ceremony, motif to commemorate births, and finally, batik pattern that is solely for grieving ceremony are all information one can learn through this zine. Since this is a mini-guide, this zine is not packed with detailed information to avoid overwhelming the reader's brain. Even so, this zine is perfect and friendly enough for starters!