Awikworks
DIY/DIWO-based electronics laboratory initiated by Muhammad Zeian.
Low Tech/High Five!
Awikworks is a DIY/DIWO electronics initiative developed to support electronic experiments using accessible materials and tools, particularly in the East Java region, Indonesia. The challenges of accessing affordable devices and equipment have driven Awikworks to continuously innovate. By utilizing available resources, such as online marketplaces and local flea market. Awikworks has designed various modular synthesizer projects, including Miskin Modular and the latest Tarsah Modular Series.
Master Mind
Muhammad Zeian / Muzeian / Ian
Muhammad Zeian is a nomadic media artist, workshopologist, and noise performer from Pasuruan, East Java, Indonesia. His artistic practice revolves around dismantling and reassembling various objects to create new forms and contexts.
Growing up in a DIY/DIWO (do-it-yourself/do-it-with-others) environment made him familiar with workshop activities. He often leads various DIY electronics workshops, such as "Plorok" at Asana Bina Seni - Biennale Jogja - Indonesia, "Pinarak Workshop Series" at Wonderfruit - Thailand, and "Cicadra Insect Synthesizer" at Rokko Meets Art - Japan.
Currently, he is actively involved in several collectives in East Java. He is a member and co-founder of Bajra Warehouse in Pasuruan, a member of Waft Lab in Surabaya, and an organizer for Unen Unen Ambyar in East Java.
Projects »
Through workshops and community interactions, each project emerges from excessive reflection, random research, and stubborn experimentation that connect technology, culture, and personal experiences. This page features various projects undertaken since 2017, including explorations in analog electronics and sound art.
Workshops »
There are no teachers or students—just friends helping each other tinker, experiment, and share experiences. Everyone is welcome, no need to worry about making mistakes, because it's through trial, error, and casual conversations that great ideas come to life! This page showcases various workshops held with a spirit of sharing and learning together.
Acts »
It’s a way to take a step back, find inspiration, see things from a fresh perspective, and say, "Ahhhhhh~~". This page showcases various activities beyond Awikworks' usual routines but still connected—ranging from residencies, touring, and camping to simply doing nothing.
Whatever Mbuh »
Not everything needs a definite answer—sometimes, it’s enough to go with the flow, think about it later, or just let it be. This page features projects that are complex, tangled, spontaneous, ongoing, paused, or uncertain in their outcome.
Gulir Petaka-Doom Blog »
Gulir Petaka – Doom Blog is a place where various writings of different genres come together, ready to pull anyone into an endless scrolling vortex. Read once, scroll a little, and suddenly, it’s too late to stop.
Inspiring Oracles »
They are not just individuals but also sparks of ideas, enthusiasm, and perspectives that continue to shape Awikworks creative journey. This page is dedicated to respecting figures who have greatly inspired Awikworks.