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Dear Friends and Associates,

ABL Photography Services Join Bali & Beyond Journal Photography

In an attempt to regenerate awareness towards the island of Bali & Indonesia, ABL has recently created a web-log (commonly known as blog) – blog.baliwww.com and Bali & Beyond Journal Photography

The main function of this web-log is that it can be viewed daily like an on-line journal and anyone can post photos, opinions, questions, messages and general information for the benefit of those who have business or travel interests in Bali and the rest of Indonesia.

In order for us to create a concise data-base about what is happening around Bali, ABL would like to invite you to submit Articles and photos of your travel experiences, Art and culture, Music, Dance, Press Releases, Special Events regarding your property, which will then appear under each category of the web-log and Bali & Beyond Journal Photography

Please feel free to view the ‘blog’ at your leisure and contact us if you have any feedback on issues of how we can work together to promote and preserve Bali as a quality holiday destination.

Yours sincerely,



I Gede Sanat Kumara

ABL TEAM



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    rabuno30 (I¨m here again) says:

    "He visto tus fotos querido amigo, y he quedado impresionado por la belleza y variedad de las mismas!!!!!!!!!!!

    Me muero de ganas de viajar hacia allí,gracias a tus fotografias,comentarios y calidad de persona!

    Felicitaciones amigo!!!!!!!!!!

    Desde Córdoba,Argentina"

    29th June, 2009

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    dfmzheadstrong says:

    "all yr fotos awsome!!!
    i like that."

    12th October, 2009

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    Will In Angeles City says:

    "I have to tell you how much I love Sanat Kumara/Bali.com, no other sits really captures the images I remember from my time in the wonderful island of Bali. I always see the shots of Bali and it make me want to hop on a plane and spend some time with the wonderful people there, thank you for showing us all the beauty if Bali and Indonesia"

    15th May, 2009

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    eye eye eye says:

    "Not many photo streams can depict Bali as accurately as yours. For people who have never been there I would show this collection as an incredible introduction to Bali. But also once one has been there this collection will bring back every single vivid memory. It is truly special. It brings back the familiar and the new every time I visit, which is every day. From nature to everyday life and art to commercial tourist attractions and locations the beauty of Bali is captured in a systematic way. Thank you!!!!!!!!"

    15th April, 2009

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    DocBudie [ busy :( says:

    "I Gede Sanat Kumara is the Best Balinese person who never stop to promote about Bali and Indonesia. The government, especialy Indonesian Tourism Department should be proud of his work..., because a lot of information about Bali we can get from his photostream..., all is free.
    I love your work.
    greeting from Medan"

    14th April, 2009

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    Ginas Pics says:

    "Testimonial for Gede Sanat Kumara

    Gede Sanat Kumara is a perfect representative of his island of the gods and demons: Bali. I myself have done research for my masterthesis on Life Cycle Rituals in Balinese Hinduism. Had I only known him, it would have been much easier since he is an insider and always tries to pass on his immense knowledge to people.
    I admire his work, be it photography or words. His brilliant eye as well as his outstanding capability of photographic techniques make his photos an extraordinary species of his art.
    Whenever I see his pictures they bring back memories and I feel touched emotionally. I would want to pack and go straight away to the island of the gods and demons and celebrate a puja with the wonderful people there or go on a phototour with Sanat.

    Regina Siebrecht, M.A."

    23rd February, 2009

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    .>MargeGoh<. says:

    "I Gede Sanat Kumara's photostreams are amazing, natural, informative & absolutely picturesque."

    18th February, 2009

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    {nicole.luneburg} says:

    "The photos are absolutely stunning. One image after another, so many but you never want to stop looking. I can only say one negative thing ... it makes me want to go to Bali at a time that I cannot! :) Thanks so much for sharing!"

    4th February, 2009

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    Mistress Pussycat says:

    "Thank You So Much For The Add... Looking Forward To Sharing A Nice Friendship With You...LIFE IS WAYYYY TOOOO SHORT!!!! Live Life...Love Life...Always Be YOU!!!

    And when life gets the HARDEST... Give more LOVE than you have ever known possible...

    Hugs, xxx"

    1st February, 2009

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    djamans* says:

    "The dedication and passion that Pak Gede has for Bali are always explicitly evident in every pictures that he has captured. They so way beyond the beautiful landscapes and majestic temples and explore even more deeply into the real soul of the island found in the people and the culture they so proudly uphold and nurture.
    Some pictures are worth a million words. Pak Gede blessed with a combination of excellent technical skills and a sharp eye for raw and honest emotions of his surroundings, has shared stories through his extensive collection of inspirational and though provoking pictures.
    One of my favorite pictures of his, titled "Cremation" could easily mistaken for a cover picture of the National Geographic magazine.
    All in all, I am very grateful to have him as an excellent ambassador to our country who tirelessly promote to a large audience from accross the globe, and remind us all, how even after recent hardships and turmoil, it remain one of the world's prime tourist destinations."

    28th January, 2009

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    edrazenphoto.com says:

    "Ever since I decided to travel to Bali I searched and searched for photographs of this magical island on the internet for inspiration. Even on gettyimages.com, I couldn't see the 'true Bali'. It took me quite some time to find just what I was looking for and 'BALIwww.com' provided the images I so desired to view. For that, I am grateful. I now know I have chosen the right place to travel so far to for outstanding photographs to strengthen my portfolio. BALIwww.com's photographs are vibrant - full of life, culture and depth."

    8th January, 2009

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    Nikita Hengbok says:

    "If you wanna explore from your armchair or wanna know what the place is like before you visit the famous island of Bali, Indonesia, look no further.
    Gede's photostream have the very best in photos & info about this fabulous & magical island. Not only Gede is a fantastic photographer, he is there, locally able to provide info about nearly everything you need to know about Bali, the various resorts, best scenic spots, the beautiful beaches & the arts of exotic Balinese culture. His sensational pics of Bali look like those that jump out at you from magazine like National Geographic! Those astonishing pics are able to move you emotionally, tempting you physically to really wanna go to those spectacular places on the next plane out!
    Most tourists won't have the time to see everything & even if you had visited Bali, you'll still be delightfully surprised by his pics. What Gede's photostream offered is a much much wider perspective of beautiful Bali & his websites is a must visit for anyone interested in Bali.
    With all those combination, not surprising that a great many people deeply appreciated the huge effort which Gede Sanat Kumara puts into promoting fascinating & mythical Bali."

    25th December, 2008

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    WinaVD says:

    "Dear I Gede Sanat Kumara!

    It was so exciting meet you on Flickr! We are just some Humans was born in Lovely Country, Indonesia. And We are so proud, loyal....and of course I'm so appreciate with your blogsite about Indonesia-special Bali is the Best and Number One in the World for Tourist Visitor! I know very well about Bali, Pretty good with Bali dancing too (just curiosly, I want to know and learn with Baris Gedhe dance...!!!) also good and love with my Traditonal Java Dancing because my parents come from Java,Royal Palace-Central Of Java, Jogjakarta. Then if I don't know YOU, YET....but we will meet soon in Bali with my Project Plan at there....YES, soon...! We will meet !!! Ohhh.....I can't wait that moment!! hehehe.....:)

    Well....I love Country Song, that's remind me if a part some words like US ! ............." I was born Country and that's what I'll always be like the river and the woodlands wild and FREE! I got a hundred years of down home running through my blood. I was born Country and this Country's what I LOVE !!!......

    We Love Indonesia !! ---------Greeting From Menteng, Central of Jakarta, Indonesia WinaVD!"

    9th December, 2008

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    Helmut Schadt says:

    "As being myself a frequent visitor and admirer of Indonesian culture and its people for over 40 years now I very much appreciate all the efforts that I Gede Sanat Kumara puts in promoting the beauty, culture and astonishing arts of this fascinating part of the world.
    In his photography he not only highlights up the wonders of his home place, the famous island of Gods, Bali, but also is able to show and bring us very near other outstanding places of the Indonesian archipelago, consisting of more than 13 000 islands. A visit to Bali and any place beyond will be an experience not to be forgotten for all your life.
    I wish I Gede Sanat Kumara also further on all the success he deserves for his great work."

    30th October, 2008

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    thorsten198 says:

    "Dear Pak Gede,

    everybody will find a lot about Bali in the net, may it be photos, forums, articles, there are heaps in the internet, but unfortunately most of this stuff is provided by more or less outsiders.

    I’m a great fan of your blog.baliwww.com/ blog and I only found out about your flickr presence some weeks ago, where is the difference to all these other blogs and photo sites?
    The difference is – you are not only a great photographer (there are many) but you are one of the (very limited) people, which are able to provide also the information about the images you deliver, this is insight info, from a Balinese point of view and I appreciate this a lot, you are an ambassador for Balinese culture on the net and this makes you unique.

    Om Canti Canti Canti Om
    Thorsten"

    29th October, 2008

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    Johan_Leiden says:

    "Bali is a wonderfully diverse island that has something to offer to everyone, whether you just want to enjoy its wonderful beaches, admire its beautiful landscapes of rice fields against a backdrop of volcanoes, or immerse yourself deeply into the Hindu culture.
    BALIwww shows the island in all its diversity. A browse through his photostream and through the groups administered by him are an excellent way to soak up ideas for your visit to Bali, or alternatively (as in my case) to catch up on what you did not manage to see. I hope he continues his role as promotor of this wonderful gem of an island."

    22nd July, 2008

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    .cassie.peculiar. says:

    "Bali is a beautiful area of the world I wish to venture one day. BALIwww.com truly captures it wonderfully."

    15th July, 2008

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    Robin Stock says:

    "Bali is in deed a very special spot on this planet – a spot with a lot of magic. Gede Sanat Kumara is able to capture a slice of this magic in his pictures and this makes browsing though his stream like looking through a window. I very much appreciate Gede’s great work as it shortens my waiting for my next trip to Bali. Thank you Gede and keep it up "

    12th July, 2008

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    Aar☆n says:

    "I felt heartbroken when I visited Bali after the bombings. I found an innocent, warm and spiritual people, so many of whom had directly or indirectly based their lives on tourism, suffering as casualties in a war they had nothing to do with. Even now they have not recovered fully, and have even more problems as a result of poor recent relations between Indonesia and Australia.

    I Gede Sanat Kumara, is doing great work in promoting the Island of Bali, not just its natural beauty but also real Balinese people, through his own wonderful pictures, and his administration of Bali related photo groups.

    Look at I Gede Sanat Kumara's photographs and then visit Bali, a place and a people that once encountered is never forgotten."

    10th July, 2008

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    pjwar says:

    " I Gede Sanat Kumara work is well framed & informative i find his information quiet valuable he is a good ambassador for Bali and its people"

    27th May, 2008

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    BaliCinta says:

    "Gede Sanat Kumara has such an eye for beauty, he naturally captures the true beauty of Bali and any subject matter that he blesses with his camera, a truly talented photographer who is happy to assist newcomers to photography, I strive to be as brillant as you one day, you are gifted, keep your beautiful photos coming for the world to enjoy :-)"

    10th May, 2008

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    kaniav says:

    "Galeri photo tentang Bali yang indah dan lengkap serta informatif.
    Keep the good work! I will always be waiting for your nice, lovely and informative picture."

    26th April, 2008

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    Shambala R..La vie par mon oeil ! says:

    "Is nice to see Bali with a balinese mata.
    And that is well done.
    Trim's"

    25th April, 2008

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    footprintsonsand says:

    "His photography artworks show a continuous consistency in exposing the best Bali has to offer, a wide diversity spanning from magical culture and traditional art to breathtaking sceneries and warm yet scenic beaches.

    Wish to have a chance to know him in person someday."

    13th April, 2008

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    Ana Gamba says:

    "I think I Gede Sanat Kumara is a great embassador of the island.He takes beautiful pictures and he knows what to show to people around the world.We were in Bali last february for the first time,and now,we love Bali.Looking at flickr pictures from I Gede Sanat Kumara is a great way to continue "travelling" and knowing more about the island and the beautiful balinese people."

    13th April, 2008

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    PixCrazy says:

    "I Gede Sanat Kumara has a wonderful collection of works. I've never been to Bali but he has managed to bring out the different flavours and cultural aspects of Bali to people like me so that I can get to know abit more of the beautiful island."

    13th April, 2008

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    ayumi sachii says:

    "ive been to bali..its was a beautiufll island i ever seen.nice photo gallery..keep it up..^^"

    12th April, 2008

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    ebroskie1234 says:

    "Pak Gede Sanat Kumara's photos are astonishingly beautiful and friendly. I hope BALIwww.com enjoys a long time on FLICKR."

    12th April, 2008

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    *Gabisa Motonia says:

    "I Gede Sanat Kumara is one of great photographer that i meet on Flickr, his photographs about everything in Bali are perfect, all are captured in beautiful and artistic ways. The other thing is his information about Bali are very important and helpful.
    Thanks my friend....Keep photographing, show to us and the world."

    12th April, 2008

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    rachelphotos says:

    "I Gede Sanat Kumara's photos show the island of Bali in all its beauty, from landscapes and nature to people and culture."

    12th April, 2008

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    BEST PHOTO says:

    "Pak Gede Sanat Kumara, I can look the beautiful of Bali trough his eyes that he projected through his photograph. It's more than beautiful, always make me want to go there and see it with my own eyes.

    He is a great photographer and it is exciting to look his new pictures. Because he knows all beautiful place in Bali, you can actually get reference from him for better place to stay there.

    Great Work Pak Gede and keep them coming...... Two thumbs up for you !."

    12th April, 2008

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    EcoturChile says:

    "Muy bellos viajes y lugares, estupendas fotografias, muy recomendable."

    12th April, 2008

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    anple says:

    "I Gede Sanat Kumara - talent photografer, who is showing us beautiful world of Bali."

    26th March, 2008

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    Franc Le Blanc says:

    "Gede is a new very talented Flickr member .In this short time I looked every day to his beautiful photostream .Gede has a wonderous eye for the beauty of Bali in all it's essence .It's every time a great pleasure for me to see all about the dayly live and the culture in Bali .All his photos are marvellous and they remind me continually of my 15 visits to Bali .Take a trip through his gorgeous photostream and you will see I am right: Bali is beautiful.
    Go on my friend, I like your work .It's truly a gift to see Gede's photographs and to learn a lot of beautiful Bali ."

    24th March, 2008

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    l1nda1 says:

    "Amazing photographs with excellent descriptions. A cultural tour of Bali."

    23rd March, 2008

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    Edmond Valerio says:

    "* I Gede Sanat is one of the creative and promising Photographer here in Flickr. What stands out in his work is his love of playing with colours! He can bring them out so vividly and beautifully in his pictures. I think he has a special eye for details and colours and I'm proud to be able to view his works and know him in flickr! It's really been an honour! Looking forward to see more of his works!

    Just keep it up my friend..
    You're doing great !!!!"

    23rd March, 2008

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    Juergen & Nana says:

    "His blog is very intersting. His pictures are creativ and make "hungry" to visit Bali"

    20th March, 2008

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    Glücksklee says:

    "It is a joy to see I Gede Sanat Kumara´s photos of the wonderful landscapes and traditions of his homeland Bali, a beautiful pearl in this world. His explanations are leading to a deeper insight of this amazing culture. Thank you for sharing your photos!"

    20th March, 2008

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    Patti Loves Life says:

    "Such wonderful and exciting photos. Captures the true essence of Bali. Makes me want to be there NOW."

    20th March, 2008

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    *jos* says:

    "I Gede Sanat Kumara have a very interesting selection of image about nature, life and culture of the beautiful bali island."

    20th March, 2008

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    Brian O'Mahony says:

    "Gede has some fabulous shots in all walks of life around Bali. But what makes him different is that he's creating awareness on the beauty and culture of his fabulous island called Bali!"

    20th March, 2008

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    williewonker says:

    "I Gede Sanat Kumara has a very creative eye for documenting all aspects of modern Balinese life and customs."

    19th March, 2008

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    [Jongky] says:

    "Pak Sanat Kumara had a lot of great capture....
    Through his picture I can learn more about Bali,
    his great talent help me to enjoy more the beauty of Bali.
    Variety of colour, artistic of composition, all are great.
    Thank God for having him as my friend, so I hope he can produce more and more picture in the future, so through his collection,
    I believe I could learn a lot."

    19th March, 2008

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    cyber9l says:

    "Sanat Kumara combines great passion of art & culture of Bali and an online business, become one big project that Balinese could proud of."

    19th March, 2008

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    tropicaLiving - Jessy Eykendorp says:

    "His fantastic eye captured beauty and interest of this paradise island .. he is a great ambassador of Bali~!"

    18th March, 2008

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    Yoppy Pieter (Prabu Klana Swadana) says:

    "his style is about bali..yeah bali sounds great to discover, search and explore..
    mind you show and tell me the balinese culture, because it's gonna be my next destination.. :)"

    18th March, 2008

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    Silverelantra Back to Jakarta says:

    "I joined Flickr not merely to build a big network, but I use Flickr as a source of inspiration from people with diverse viewpoints on photography. I have found Bli Gede images, fascinating and highly inspirational, reveals Bali at all her aspects. Eventhough as a fellow Balinese , we never met, but I have come to think of him as a mate I most definitely will meet one day.

    Thanks for the inspiration Bli and here's to our first beer together sometime soon!

    PS: Bli is Big brother in Balinese. lol"

    18th March, 2008

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    21win - www.baliphotographer.com says:

    "Sanat Kumara's big concern about Bali tourism and culture is a great value of him. His point of shot is another fact that we can learn more about Bali.

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful Bali.
    Cheers!"

    9th March, 2008

Name:
I Gede Sanat Kumara
Joined:
July 2006
Hometown:
Denpasar, Gianyar, Bali
Currently:
Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
I am:
Male and Taken
Occupation:
Director
Website:
ABL Photography Services
Email:
tanas_aramuk [at] yahoo.com
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