Wednesday, 18 February 2026

IF I EVER DESIGN: Nike Holiday Theme Keychain - " RAMADHAN "

IF I EVER DESIGN: Nike Holiday Theme Keychain - " RAMADHAN " 

Bahasa Indonesia
Untuk hari ini, tema seni bertema liburan adalah "Ramadan".
Bulan Ramadhan adalah bulan refleksi dan penyelamatan bagi dunia umat Muslim. Saya tahu dunia Barat mungkin tidak mengenal bulan ini dan menganggapnya ekstrem. Tetapi puasa adalah hal yang baik untuk memulai kembali secara mental dan fisik. Tidak hanya itu, puasa juga membangun disiplin, mendalamkan Faith kepada yang maha kuasa dan kebaikan. Semoga Anda menyukai karya seni saya.
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English
For today, the theme of Holiday Theme art is " Ramadhan ".
A muslimg month of reflecting and salvation to the world. I know the western world might not know this month and think of this as extreme. but fasting is a good  thing to restart for you mental and physical. not only that, it builds disiplin,
deepen your faith in the Almighty and the Good and kindness as well. Hope you like my artwork.   
(Click "read more" to see more photo documentation)

NOTE :  I dont work for Swoosh. Im doing this, cause I want to express my creativity and I like  doing Artwork nowdays to learn more. I got this "We make art everyday mentality"specially cause of Summer Camp O.B.I challenge  from Nike and TomSachs and the people at sachsiansyndicate who inspire me everyday.  Hope you like my artwork and can inspire others to try and create art and find ne experience


Bahasa Indonesia
Berikut beberapa simbol keren untuk Ramadhan. Saya tahu agama dan hal-hal terkait tidak boleh dipermainkan, demi menunjukkan rasa hormat. Saya melakukannya karena ingin menunjukkan bahwa umat Muslim adalah kelompok yang damai dan penuh hormat. Dan saya pikir bulan Ramadhan adalah simbol yang baik. Gambar-gambar yang saya pilih adalah simbol yang mewakili umat Muslim dalam budaya puasa di bulan Ramadhan, bukan seperti citra yang digambarkan media.
ENGLISH
Here is some cool Symbol as Ramadhan , i know Religion  and related should not be play around with, for the sign of  of respect. I did it cause i  want to show show Muslim is a peaceful and respectful regilion. and i think the  month of ramadhan is a good symbol. 
 i use the images i choose are  symbols that represent good muslim and its culture of fasting on a ramadhan month, not like the image that media potray.  
----- Closer look on the ARTWORK -----
Bahasa Indonesia 
" MASJID "
Ramadan dan masjid memiliki hubungan yang sangat erat karena masjid berfungsi sebagai pusat ibadah berjamaah, refleksi spiritual, dan ikatan komunitas selama bulan suci, menyelenggarakan salat Tarawih khusus di mana Al-Quran dibaca, buka puasa berjamaah untuk persatuan, dan kegiatan amal yang menekankan tema spiritual bulan ini tentang empati dan kedekatan dengan Tuhan.
 ENGLISH
" MOSQUE "
Ramadan and mosques are deeply connected as the mosque serves as the central hub for communal worship, spiritual reflection, and community bonding during the holy month, hosting special Taraweeh prayers where the Quran is recited, communal iftars (fast-breaking meals) for unity, and charitable activities that emphasize the month's spiritual themes of empathy and closeness to God. 

Bahasa Indonesia
"PUASA "
Hubungannya sangat mendasar: Ramadan adalah bulan suci Islam di mana puasa (Sawm) adalah praktik keagamaan inti yang wajib, salah satu dari Lima Rukun Islam, di mana umat Muslim menahan diri dari makanan, minuman, dan kebutuhan fisik lainnya dari fajar hingga matahari terbenam untuk mencapai penyucian spiritual, disiplin diri, rasa syukur, dan kedekatan dengan Tuhan (Allah). Ini adalah waktu untuk meningkatkan doa, refleksi, sedekah, dan kebersamaan, menumbuhkan empati terhadap orang-orang yang kurang beruntung dan memperkuat iman.

 ENGLISH
" FASTING  "
The connection is fundamental: Ramadan is the Islamic holy month during which fasting (Sawm) is a mandatory, core religious practice, one of the Five Pillars, where Muslims abstain from food, drink, and other physical needs from dawn to sunset to achieve spiritual purification, self-discipline, gratitude, and closeness to God (Allah). It's a time for intensified prayer, reflection, charity, and community, fostering empathy for the less fortunate and strengthening faith. 

Bahasa Indonesia 
"GENDONGAN"
Hubungan antara Ramadan dan gendang adalah tradisi kuno "penabuh gendang Ramadan" atau Musaharati, yang berjalan melalui lingkungan sekitar sebelum subuh, memukul gendang dan melantunkan nyanyian untuk membangunkan orang-orang untuk makan sahur (sebelum subuh), sebuah praktik yang berasal dari era Ottoman ketika alarm belum ada dan terus berlanjut sebagai ritual budaya dan spiritual yang penting di banyak komunitas Muslim.
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 ENGLISH
" DRUM "
The connection between Ramadan and drums is the ancient tradition of the "Ramadan drummer" or Musaharati, who walks through neighborhoods before dawn, beating a drum and chanting to wake people for their suhoor (pre-dawn) meal, a practice dating back to the Ottoman era when alarms didn't exist and continues as a vital cultural and spiritual ritual in many Muslim communities. 
Bahasa Indonesia 
" SHOLAT / DOA "
Ramadan dan salat sangat erat kaitannya karena Ramadan meningkatkan intensitas salat, menjadikannya waktu penting bagi umat Muslim untuk memperkuat hubungan mereka dengan Allah melalui peningkatan pengabdian, refleksi, dan memohon ampunan, yang ditandai dengan salat Tarawih khusus di malam hari dan doa-doa yang lebih sering dibaca saat sahur dan berbuka puasa, semuanya bertujuan untuk mencapai kesadaran yang lebih besar akan Allah (Taqwa). Puasa (Sawm) adalah rukun Islam, tetapi salat dan membaca Al-Quran menjadi pengalaman spiritual yang holistik, memperdalam iman dan disiplin diri.
 ENGLISH
 " PRAY "
Ramadan and prayer are deeply connected as Ramadan intensifies prayer, making it a central time for Muslims to strengthen their relationship with Allah through increased devotion, reflection, and seeking forgiveness, highlighted by special evening prayers (Tarawih) and more frequent duas (supplications) during Suhoor and Iftar, all aimed at achieving greater God-consciousness (Taqwa). Fasting (Sawm) is a pillar, but prayer (Salat) and Quran recitation become a holistic spiritual experience, deepening faith and self-discipline. 
Bahasa Indonesia 
" KETUPAT "
Ketupat sangat erat kaitannya dengan Ramadan sebagai makanan simbolis untuk Idul Fitri (Hari Raya), festival yang menandai berakhirnya bulan suci, melambangkan pengampunan, kesucian, rasa syukur, dan persatuan sosial setelah sebulan berpuasa dan merenung. Bentuknya yang berupa kue beras anyaman, terbuat dari daun palem, melambangkan persatuan dan "empat tindakan" Lebaran (permintaan maaf, kelimpahan, pengampunan, penyucian), menjadikannya hidangan utama untuk pesta komunal dan ekspresi budaya.
 ENGLISH
 " KETUPAT RICE " 
Ketupat is deeply connected to Ramadan as a symbolic food for Eid al-Fitr (Hari Raya), the festival marking the end of the holy month, representing forgiveness, purity, gratitude, and social unity after a month of fasting and spiritual reflection. Its woven rice cake form, made from palm leaves, signifies unity and the "four actions" of Lebaran (apology, abundance, forgiveness, purification), making it a central dish for communal feasts and cultural expression. 

Bahasa Indonesia 
" CAHAYA / LENTERA "
Lentera Ramadan (fanous) melambangkan cahaya spiritual, harapan, dan sukacita selama bulan suci, yang berasal dari tradisi Dinasti Fatimiyah di Mesir di mana lentera menerangi jalan bagi Khalifah yang berkunjung, berkembang dari kebutuhan fungsional menjadi dekorasi budaya yang luas untuk menciptakan suasana meriah dan mewakili bimbingan spiritual dan persatuan.
 ENGLISH
" LIGHT / LANTERN "
Ramadan lanterns (fanous) symbolize spiritual light, hope, and joy during the holy month, originating from a Fatimid Dynasty tradition in Egypt where lanterns lit the way for a visiting Caliph, evolving from a functional necessity to a widespread cultural decoration for creating a festive atmosphere and representing spiritual guidance and unity. 

Bahasa Indonesia 
" SAJADAH"
The connection between Ramadan and mats (specifically prayer mats) is practical and symbolic, with mats providing a clean, designated space for increased prayers (like Taraweeh) and reflection during the holy month, often purchased as gifts or used to enhance comfort for longer sessions, symbolizing devotion and spiritual focus as Muslims strive for greater connection with Allah. 
 ENGLISH
" PRAYER MAT "
The connection between Ramadan and mats (specifically prayer mats) is practical and symbolic, with mats providing a clean, designated space for increased prayers (like Taraweeh) and reflection during the holy month, often purchased as gifts or used to enhance comfort for longer sessions, symbolizing devotion and spiritual focus as Muslims strive for greater connection with Allah. 

Bahasa Indonesia 
" TASBIH / PRAY BEADS "
The connection between Ramadan and beads is the use of Tasbih (prayer beads) for dhikr (remembrance of Allah) to enhance spiritual focus during the holy month, helping count praises like "SubhanAllah" (Glory be to Allah) and reflecting the 99 Names of Allah, acting as a meditative tool for peace and devotion. 
 ENGLISH
" TASBIH / PRAY BEADS "
The connection between Ramadan and beads is the use of Tasbih (prayer beads) for dhikr (remembrance of Allah) to enhance spiritual focus during the holy month, helping count praises like "SubhanAllah" (Glory be to Allah) and reflecting the 99 Names of Allah, acting as a meditative tool for peace and devotion. 

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