Fieni (b. 1993) is a multi-disciplinary creative with a passion for documentary photography, art direction, and visual storytelling. With an educational background in Visual Communication Design (Sarjana Seni) and Cultural Studies (Master of Arts) from SOAS, the University of London, funded by Chevening Awards, Fieni has developed a diverse range of skills in creative direction, photography, and communication work over the past nine years, with a focus on the development, environment, and health sector.
Fieni's work is driven by their deep interest in cultural and global issues. Their master's papers and essays focused on Southeast Asian pop culture, literature, and films, where they analysed social representation in pop culture, space and sense of belonging, and horror as a mode of storytelling. Their artistic vision is grounded in their desire to capture the essence of the world around them through a unique lens. They have a keen eye for detail and an ability to evoke emotion through their work, whether it be through their photography or creative direction. Fieni's passion for visual storytelling has led them to collaborate with a variety of clients and publications in Indonesia and beyond.
Published Works & Editorials:
Isn’t This Home?, a photo book by Fieni Aprilia
published by Gueari Galeri, 2021.
Isn’t This Home? is a photobook that scrutinises the concept of home and the search for a sense of belonging whilst living overseas. Text, photographs, and book design were all done by myself, Fieni Aprilia. The book can be purchased here: bit.ly/ITHPhotobook
Transgressive Redemption, graphite on paper. (Illustration), published by Penahitam Arts Zine
"Never Been Kissed, But, Seriously, I’m Totally Fine", an article for Magdalene.co
”Give Life a Chance When You Think You Don't Matter” an article for Magdalene.co
“The Heroes of Sumatran Tigers” photo story for UNDP Indonesia (Photo)
”Women Reviving Dying Tradition in Indonesia” photo story for UNDP (Photo)
”Palu, Central Sulawesi: Building Back Better” photo story for UNDP Indonesia (Photo)
“Renewable energy in a rare ape’s habitat raises ethical dilemma” photos for The Christian Science Monitor and International Women’s Media Foundation (Round Earth Media Program) 2021
"Why Indonesia’s rice paddy expansion is raising climate concerns" photos for The Christian Science Monitor and International Women’s Media Foundation (Round Earth Media Program) 2021
"When climate adaptation fails, who is responsible? Indonesia is asking." photos for The Christian Science Monitor, funded by International Women’s Media Foundation (Round Earth Media Program) 2021
”Photos: Meet the Indonesians on the front lines of human-elephant conflict in Sumatra” photo story for Mongabay, funded by Rainforest Journalism Fund - Pulitzer Center
”Cerni Tolu's decades-long mission for a healthy Napu community” feature story for WHO Indonesia
Fieni is available for commission works,
please contact:
info@fiensh.com
