Development of Skills and Hand-Drawn Batik Training Based on Local Wisdom to Foster Independent and Creative Students

Authors

  • Lena Magdalena Universitas Catur Insan Cendekia Author
  • Mesi Febima Universitas Catur Insan Cendekia Author
  • Muhammad Hatta Universitas Catur Insan Cendekia Author
  • Mohammad Umar Fakhrudin Universitas Catur Insan Cendekia Author
  • Unang Solihin4 Universitas Catur Insan Cendekia Author
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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63158/

Keywords:

Hand-drawn Batik, Local Wisdom, Independence, Creativity, Creative Economy

Abstract

The development of skills and training in hand-drawn batik based on local wisdom aims to foster independence and creativity among students as agents of change in the creative economy. This program is designed as an effort to preserve traditional batik culture while empowering students to create economically valuable and competitive products. The implementation consists of three main stages: (1) socialization and introduction of local wisdom values in batik motifs; (2) technical training in hand-drawn batik production, including design and finishing processes; and (3) entrepreneurship mentoring to market batik products through digital platforms.  The results show a significant improvement in students’ skills in batik making, understanding of the philosophical meanings behind local motifs, and enthusiasm for culture-based entrepreneurship. In addition, this program encourages students to innovate in creating modern batik designs while maintaining the essence of local cultural values. The impact is not only reflected in individual skill enhancement but also in the establishment of a creative student community oriented toward cultural preservation and sustainable economic development.  Thus, this training demonstrates that the integration of education, culture, and the creative economy can serve as an effective means to realize independent, innovative, and culturally aware students who contribute to preserving the nation’s cultural heritage.

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2025-12-20

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Development of Skills and Hand-Drawn Batik Training Based on Local Wisdom to Foster Independent and Creative Students. (2025). Journal of Sustainable Communities and Development, 3(2), 74-86. https://doi.org/10.63158/