BANDUNG – A student from the Library and Information Science (PSI) Study Program at the Faculty of Communication Science (Fikom), Padjadjaran University (Unpad), Zahra Wenning Tyas, has successfully published her scientific article titled “Knowledge Sharing of Painting to Improve the Competence and Welfare of Painters in the Gurat Art and Culture Community.” This research, conducted in Bandung in 2024, is the result of a close collaboration with lecturers Prijana, M.Si. and Fitri Perdana, M.I.Kom., aiming to thoroughly explain the process and benefits of sharing painting knowledge among artists.
The study chose the Gurat Community in Jelekong Art and Culture Village, Bandung Regency, as its case study. Jelekong is known for its hereditary painting tradition, which began with the prominent figure Odin Rohidin. The Gurat Community was formed as a platform for painters to exchange experiences and knowledge, serving as the primary foundation for this study.
Using a qualitative method with a case study approach, the research collected data through various techniques, including direct observation, interviews, documentation, and a literature review. This approach allowed the researcher to gain a deep understanding of the social dynamics and learning processes that occur within the community.
The study’s findings indicate that the knowledge sharing process in the Gurat Community begins with a sense of mutual trust among the painters. Once trust is established, the painters start learning from more experienced peers. They are then given the opportunity to directly practice what they’ve learned on canvas, while also providing each other with corrections and feedback to continuously improve their work.
The benefits of this knowledge sharing process were proven to be highly significant. The research showed that these activities are capable of developing the competence and skills of the painters. This improvement enables them to create various types of paintings with diverse subjects, which in turn allows them to meet the ever-changing demands of the market.
Beyond just skill development, knowledge sharing also has a direct impact on the painters’ welfare. With the ability to satisfy market tastes, their painting sales increase, which subsequently improves their economic well-being. This demonstrates that knowledge sharing is not only about personal development but also has a tangible economic impact.
This scientific article is a significant contribution to the literature in the field of Library and Information Science. Furthermore, the research findings are relevant to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically Goal 4 (Quality Education) and Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). It is hoped that this article can serve as a valuable reference for academics and practitioners looking to apply similar models for community development in various fields.
The publication can be accessed via the following link: http://media.unpad.ac.id/files/publikasi/2025/rpm_20250213014042_2852.pdf
Writers: Ridha Amalia, Nadziva Shaqeena, and Delfin Gusti Wanda
