Pelestarian Seni Ukir Silakarang Melalui Etnopedagogi dan Penguatan Kewirausahaan Berkelanjutan di Era Pariwisata

Preserving Silakarang Carving Art Through Ethnopedagogy and Strengthening Sustainable Entrepreneurship in the Tourism Era

Abstract

The art of carving padas stones in Silakaram Village, Gianyar, Bali, is a cultural heritage that faces serious challenges due to the shift in the interest of the younger generation to the tourism sector and the lack of regeneration of craftsmen. This phenomenon threatens the sustainability of carving art as a local cultural identity. This article aims to examine the strategy of preserving Silakarang carving art through the integration of ethnopedagogy in education and strengthening sustainable entrepreneurship. This research uses a qualitative method with a literature study approach and in-depth interviews. The data were analyzed using ethnographic approaches and entrepreneurial theories to identify challenges and opportunities in the preservation of the art of carving. The main focus of the research is the introduction of carving art as a local content in primary schools through ethnopedagogical approaches and the development of entrepreneurship-based product innovations to meet the needs of the modern market. The results of the study show that the ethnopedagogical approach can integrate the cultural values of carving art into education so that the younger generation has practical skills as well as pride in their cultural heritage. Meanwhile, strengthening sustainable entrepreneurship through product diversification, digital marketing, and the use of environmentally friendly materials can increase the competitiveness of carving art in the global market. The conclusion of this study confirms that the combination of culture-based education and entrepreneurial innovation is an effective solution to maintain the sustainability of Silakarang carving art while improving the welfare of the local community.