BOYO KALI COMAL DANCE AS AN INSPIRATION FOR ILLUSTRATIVE ARTWORKS IN A SUREALISTIC REPRESENTATIVE APPROACH

Abstract

This writing raises the theme of the legendary story of the Boyo Kali Comal dance which is realized in an illustration work with a surrealistic representative approach. The purpose of creating this work is to explain the movements, values, and stories contained in the Boyo Kali Comal Dance through surrealistic illustrations. This work aims to reintroduce the richness of local culture to the community with a visual approach. The creation of this work is divided into three stages, namely pre-production, production, and post-production. The resulting work consists of two works. In the analysis of the work, Roland Barthes' semiotic approach is used to interpret the meaning and messages implied in each visual element. The first work entitled "Relying on Togetherness" this work emphasizes the value of harmony, a sense of mutual assistance between living things. The second work entitled "Resonance Boyo Comal" this work is a medium for inheriting the cultural values, beliefs, and spirituality of the local community that continue to live in the Boyo Kali Comal Dance tradition. Thus, this work not only presents visual beauty, but also functions as a medium for inheriting the cultural values, beliefs, and spirituality of the local community.