Rinaldi is a contemporary Indonesian artist who lives in Yogyakarta.
He has worked since entering the Indonesian Art Institute in 1996 until now. he has participated in many exhibitions and has created many works. Rinaldi is a capable artist. every stroke of his hand is able to display high techniques that are very mastered, from the simple objects found, he is able to make objects that are very beautiful with excellent techniques with a mature composition. no wonder the works he creates are very beautiful and eye-catching. in Rinaldi's mind, the artwork must be beautiful, pleasing to the eye, and not just a scribble to paint on a canvas.

"Painting transcends mere application of paint on canvas; it entails skillful creation, a pursuit of beauty." Rinaldi Syam is an accomplished contemporary painter and sculptor hailing from Indonesia, renowned for his extensive national and international exhibitions, including notable showcases in China. Central to his varied body of work is a profound exploration of the splendor inherent in God's creation. Syam ardently believes in the profound spiritual significance embedded within the seemingly mundane. His artistic journey is characterised by thematic series, predominantly realised through the medium of acrylics on canvas. With each brushstroke, Syam skillfully unveils a mastery of technique, transforming ordinary subjects into resplendent forms through his mature and nuanced grasp of the artistic realm. This remarkable ability to infuse everyday objects with breathtaking aesthetics reflects his prowess and deep comprehension of the realm of art.

Written by Aryani Subarman


There are several awards in the competition he participated in, among others
- International Painting Competition Jakarta Art Award 2010, North Art Space Jakarta
- Bienalle Indonesia Art Award 2010 Contemporaneity Galeri Nasional Jakarta
- The Beppu Asia Binnale of Contemporary Art 2005 Japan
- Philip Morris Indonesia Art Award 2000, Gallery National Jakarta