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Aam's Story of Painting with Feet, Go International through AMFPA in Switzerland

  • Aam's Story of Painting with Feet, Go International through AMFPA in Switzerland
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Writer :
Humas Ditjen Rehabilitasi Sosial
Editor :
David Myoga
Translator :
Karlina Irsalyana

GRESIK (April 20, 2022) - His eyes lit up with enthusiasm when he introduced his painting of President Joko Widodo's face, Muhammad Amanatullah. This 29-year-old man finished painting the face of the number one person in Indonesia in just 2 days, which normally takes 5 days.

 

The man who is fondly called Aam is a physically disabled person who is good at drawing brushes using his feet. He was one of the recipients of the Social Rehabilitation Assistance (ATENSI) service from MoSA during the visit of the President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo to Pasar Baru Gresik, who was also accompanied by the Minister of Social Affairs, Tri Rismaharini.

 

Aam received ATENSI service from MoSA in the form of a package of painting tools to continue to support his international talent.

 

He has signed a contract as a member of the Association of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists of the World (AMFPA) in Switzerland. He continues to send his works to be exhibited in various countries by AMFPA and earns income.

 

Undeniably, Aam admitted that his success up to this point received full support from the government. "That's why I made this painting, apart from being grateful, I believe that people with disabilities will always need support from the government," said the man who graduated from the University of Muhammadiyah Gresik with a Cumlaude predicate.

 

When he was in grades 3-5 of elementary school, he found that he would draw, starting with using crayons and paper media. He was entered in various national level competitions by the Surabaya City Government.

 

Until finally he was admitted to a painting studio to deepen his talent after graduating from high school, in 2012. He was introduced to canvas, watercolor, and oil paints. Since then his talent has been honed.

 

His paintings were once bought up by collectors at exhibitions. A total of 11 paintings were sold for a total price of Rp. 14 million. He also markets his paintings at various exhibitions, one of which is the East Java Fair.

 

Not only that but he was also given a free college scholarship by the government. He completed his undergraduate studies majoring in Elementary School Teacher Education and received a Cumlaude predicate. This achievement coincided with his acceptance to become a member of AMFPA.

 

Her inspiring story has attracted a lot of attention from the government and various private media. He also shared his story on the TV program.

A series of achievements cannot be separated from the support of his parents. "My motivation is my parents. What strengthens me is not being ashamed of my physical condition. I think I am not disabled, I am normal like the others", he explained.

Aam hopes that persons with disabilities can continue to pursue and explore their respective talents. "Let's move it. We have to be confident. If we move, God will also give us what we ask for", he stressed.

Rachmat Koesnadi, Head of the Temanggung Kartini Integrated Center, also spoke up. "Everyone should appreciate Aam's achievements. Following the direction of the Minister of Social Affairs, Tri Rismaharini continues to strive to respect the protection and fulfillment of the rights of persons with disabilities", he said.

Rachmat told the media crew that MoSA would investigate Aam's needs, one of which is accessibility aids to make Aam's mobility easier.

In addition, Rachmat also said that he would provide space for Aam to market his paintings at the ATENSI Creation Center (SKA) owned by MoSA. "Yes, we will try in the future the results of his work can be marketed in the SKA owned by MoSA", he said.

The President of the Republic of Indonesia's Working Visit to Pasar Baru Gresik at the same time handed over ATENSI, PKH, BPNT, and BLT cooking oil assistance for residents in need. Specifically for ATENSI service provided to beneficiaries in Gresik, East Java, a total of IDR 581,915,200,-.

This ATENSI service consists of ATENSI Savings for Orphans, Fatherless and Motherless, Accessibility Assistance, Basic Needs Assistance, and Entrepreneurship Assistance.
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