Uma Gumma (b. 1985)

Born in Magelang, work and live in Yogyakarta

Adi Kusuma, also known as Uma Gumma, holds a BA in Economic Studies from Gadjah Mada University (UGM), Yogyakarta. His artistic practice critically engages with the intersections of economics and society in contemporary Indonesia. His works not only reflect on market dynamics and financial policies but also interrogate their far-reaching effects on everyday life, social inequality, and cultural values within the rapidly evolving national economy. Through this lens, Uma positions his practice as both mirror and critique, inviting audiences to reflect on the intricate relationships between money, power, and humanity in shaping Indonesia’s social landscape.

In 2011, he co-founded Ace House Collective in Yogyakarta, an artist-run initiative that fosters experimentation, collaboration, and critical discourse. His collaborative spirit and commitment to expanding contemporary practice culminated in The Formula of Contemporary Art, a collaborative work with Uji Hahan, which was acquired in 2019 by the National Gallery of Australia (NGA) for its permanent collection.