Mudra is interpreted as a meditative attitude, a symbol of the fusion of human spiritual energy, and the creator. Mudra Jurnal Seni Budaya, the Journal of art and culture, is published by the Indonesian Arts Institute (ISI) Denpasar Bali. The journal shares knowledge and experiences in art that glorifies life, the environment, which is based on local wisdom and is sustainable. The journal has been established since 1985, and it accredited on 2007, 2010 and 2013 with rating B from Director General of Higher Education, Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia.

In 2016 the journal began to switch from printed to electronic version. Accredited with Sinta 2, based on the decision of the Director General of Research and Development Strengthening, Ministry of Research Technology and Higher Education of the Republic of Indonesia.