Maestro of Darkness: Teguh Santosa 1942-2000

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Maestro of Darkness: Teguh Santosa 1942-2000

Maestro of Darkness: Teguh Santosa 1942-2000

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DAFTAR ISI:-Daftar isi-Kata pengantar Seno Gumira Ajidarma: Teguh Santosa Sepanjang Zaman-Kata pengantar Dhany ValiandraBAB 1-Serpihan Kenangan Menemani Bapak Sebagai Seorang Komikus oleh Dhany ValiandraMengintip Proses Kreatif Teguh SantosaKawah Candra Dimuka Sanggar Bambu..Buah Bibir PengakuanMelakonkan Cerita Komik di Tobong Ketoprak Siswo BudoyoMisteri Soundtrack Film di Komik Mencari Mayat Mat PelorTentang Komik “The Godfather” TeguhPerang Dingin Teguh Santosa vs Ganes THGalaxy Erotica Pengembaraan Sensual Seorang TeguhSensualisme Berujung PenjaraBAB 2- Teguh Santosa dan karya-karyanya oleh Dhany ValiandraMemuat daftar lengkap karya Teguh Santosa dan sampul komiknya.BAB 3-Mengingat-ingat Teguh Santosa (1942-2000) oleh SyarifuddinBAB 4- Guru dan Inspirator oleh Toni MasdionoBAB 5- Theresia Sandhora, Mat Pelor, dan Teguh Santosa oleh Abdul MalikBAB 6— Membaca “gelap-terang” Teguh Santosa oleh Iwan GunawanBAB 7- Teguh Santosa, Sang Raja Kegelapan oleh Bagus Ary WicaksonoBAB 8- Dokumentasi Penghargaan Untuk Teguh SantosaBAB 9- Profil Penulis, EditorPembaca yang Budiman,Buku itu memang menjawab banyak kerinduan dan kepenasaran penggemarnya; tetapi bagi yang baru mulai belajar kenal juga lebih dari memadai.Sangat istimewa pengungkapan kehidupan Teguh sebagai seniman cergam (Teguh tidak menggunakan istilah “komik”, tetapi “novel filmis”, sebelum terdengar istilah “novel grafis”), terutama proses kreatif dan gagasan-gagasan yang dipikirkannya, sejauh tercatat oleh putranya, Dhany Valiandra. Dari sanalah terbaca info yang tidak terlalu sering diketahui, seperti kedekatan Teguh Santosa dengan dunia ketoprak, sebagai bidang kerja artistik ayahandanya, Soemarmo Adji, yang ternyata merupakan pembentuk bagi kecenderungan naratif berlatar sejarah. (Teguh Santosa Sepanjang Zaman, Kata Pengantar Seno Gumira Ajidarma)Tentang Teguh SantosaKomikus Teguh Santosa lahir di Malang, 1 Februari 1942. Dari ayahnya Soemarmo Adji dan ibunya Lasiyem bakat seni menetes dalam darahnya. Kedua orang tuanya adalahpemilik group kesenian ketoprak tobong “ Krido Sworo” pada waktu itu. Ayahnya pula yang berperan sebagai pelukis “tonil” panggung ketoprak, sedangkan ibunya adalah pemain ketoprak. Menamatkan pendidikannya di SD Kauman, SMP 2, SMA 4 Malang dan belajar melukis secara otodidak. Tahun 1966 hijrah ke Yogya bergabung dengan Sanggar Bambu ia berguru pada Kentardjo, Soenarto PR dan sastrawan Kirdjomulyo pada waktu itu.Sebelum jadi komikus, Teguh pernah bekerja sebagai illustrator di majalah mingguan. Rintisan karirnya telah dimulai sejak SMP kelas 2. Saat itu ia banyak melihat karya illustrator di majalah “Terang Bulan” dan majalah luar negeri. Sejak itu pula keinginan menjadi illustrator makin kuat. Perkenalannya dengan orang-orang media mengantarkan karya ilustrasinya menghiasi majalah Gelora, Si Kuntjung, dan Post Minggu.Dalam proses awalnya Teguh mengaku terpengaruh gaya ilustrasi Ekayana Siswoyo dan NasjahDjamin, sampai akhirnya dari proses waktu ke waktu ia temukan gaya sendiri. Lebih dari seratus judul komik telah ia garap. Beberapa diantaranya menggarap naskah SH Mintardja, Kho Ping Ho, RA Kosasih, Arswendo Atmowiloto.Di era 70-an karya komik roman sejarahnya “Sandhora” telah menempatkan namanya dalam jajaran komikus papan atas di Indonesia. Website komikindonesia.com mencatat 86 judul karya komiknya. Mencari Mayat Mat Pelor, Mat Romeo, Tambusa, trilogi Badai dan Asmara di Teluk Tiram, Kraman, Sang Nagasasra, Kuil Loncatan Setan, The Godfather 1800, El Maut di Mata Dewa, Tragedi Dua Asmarawan, Satria Kilat Kejora, Istana Darah, Gitanjali, Anyer Panarukan, Cokro Manggilingan, Suling Perak Naga Iblis, Gerombolan Barong Mataram, Pendekar Pilihan Dewa, Majapahit Membara adalah sebagian dari judul komik karya Teguh Santosa. Teguh pun terus bergerilya bersama teman-teman seperjuangannya Jan Mintaraga, Ganes TH, Djair, Wid NS, Hasmi, terus memanjakan penggemarnya.Tanpa disadari lewat karya-karyanya Teguh telah memberi satu citra kuat terhadap komiknya saat itu. Pergulatan dengan komik yang ditekuninya telah menjadi bagian penelitian Marcel Boneff (peneliti komik Indonesia dari Perancis). Saat pertama ia melakukan penelitian di Indonesia tahun 1974.Perjuangannya merasa dihargai dan mendapatkan tempat ketika penulisan Ensiklopedia Indonesia dimulai, namanya tercantum di bab komik.Perkenalannya dengan David Ross pelukis komik asal Canada tahun 1993 menyeretnya untuk hengkang bergabung dengan Marvel Comics (sindikasi komik terkemuka di AS dan komik Canada). Iapun terlibat di Gauntlet Comics, dapur pembuatan serial Conan, Spiderman, The Phunysher sebagai ‘ink-man’ dan karya cemerlangnya pun mulai diperhitungkan oleh Marvel Comics. Ia dipercaya menggarap serial Conan, Alibaba dan Piranha.Teguh telah mengabdikan seluruh hidupnya untuk komik. Barangkali ia adalah “Ruh” komik di jagad seni rupa kita.Saat-saat terakhir hidupnya ia masih setia dengan kertas dan p...

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Pages 142
Language Ind
Publisher Media Nusa Creative
Published May, 2016
ISBN 31194973
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Donna Wright
Donna Wright July 13, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. An effortless 5 stars.
Deborah Carter
Deborah Carter February 10, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. An effortless 5 stars.
Jessica Diaz
Jessica Diaz December 05, 2025
A profoundly satisfying read. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Sandra Brown
Sandra Brown April 08, 2024
I was completely blown away. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Kevin Campbell
Kevin Campbell September 10, 2025
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. Quite impressive overall.
Patricia Edwards
Patricia Edwards September 11, 2024
A very strong entry. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A very distinguished novel.
Amanda Carter
Amanda Carter January 17, 2024
It was adequate. The prose was competent, yet the characters lacked the depth I usually seek. Perhaps more aligned with a different audience's tastes.
James Clark
James Clark April 15, 2025
Not entirely to my refined tastes. Certain acts were fascinating, while others felt like a slight endeavor to complete. A fair 3 stars.
Kenneth Johnson
Kenneth Johnson August 01, 2025
A profoundly satisfying read. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Daniel Martinez
Daniel Martinez April 23, 2025
A highly sophisticated read. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
Susan Evans
Susan Evans January 01, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
Robert Torres
Robert Torres February 01, 2024
Excellent, though slightly flawed. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. A solid 4 stars from me.
Paul Gonzalez
Paul Gonzalez October 16, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Eric Ramirez
Eric Ramirez September 06, 2024
A very strong entry. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A solid 4 stars from me.
Betty Campbell
Betty Campbell May 23, 2024
A highly sophisticated read. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A very distinguished novel.
Melissa Walker
Melissa Walker September 02, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Emily Baker
Emily Baker October 01, 2024
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Kenneth Edwards
Kenneth Edwards March 05, 2024
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sarah Nelson
Sarah Nelson January 04, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Nancy Williams
Nancy Williams April 01, 2025
Such a rich narrative. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Kevin Brown
Kevin Brown November 09, 2024
A profoundly satisfying read. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Michael Allen
Michael Allen February 02, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. An effortless 5 stars.
Richard Lee
Richard Lee October 09, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
James Hernandez
James Hernandez March 14, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. Worth every moment spent reading.
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