I Nyoman Gunarsa was an Indonesian painter who was known for his colourful and expressive style of painting. His art is deeply influenced by his Balinese heritage and culture, and his paintings often depict scenes of daily life, traditional Balinese dances, and Hindu mythology. Gunarsa was particularly known for his use of bright colours, bold brushstrokes, and his ability to capture movement and emotion in his paintings.

Throughout his career, Gunarsa received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to Indonesian art. He was also an arts educator and founded the Museum Seni Lukis Klasik in 1990, which houses a large collection of his own paintings as well as works by other Indonesian artists.