The Connection project addresses the issue of loneliness among seniors, a pressing concern highlighted by a study conducted using the Lubben Social Network Scale. The study revealed that nearly half (49.8%) of older adults living within communities in Malaysia are at risk of social isolation. This project emphasises the importance of family bonds, particularly with elderly family members, and encourages quality time through interactive storytelling and activities. The primary objective is to foster joy, appreciation, and companionship, underlining the significance of meaningful family connections.
Concept & Idea
This project leverages interactive animation and technology to raise awareness about social isolation among the elderly. By immersing users in the perspective of a character within the animation, the aim is to convey the critical role of companionship for seniors. The project uses this interactive approach to demonstrate how regular interactions with family can positively influence the emotional well-being of older adults. The intended outcome is to leave participants with a deeper understanding of the essential role companionship plays in enhancing the well-being of seniors.
Visual Storytelling & Experience
Through animated scenes and family-themed visuals, participants are immersed in scenarios that reflect everyday moments with elderly family members. The characters and animation are designed to evoke warmth, making the experience both engaging and relatable. The interactive session helps participants empathise with the experience of seniors, illustrating how companionship can transform ordinary moments into meaningful ones.
Connection is the Silver Award winner of the Kancil Award 2023 by;
Chong Huey Chee
Gan Ai Xin
Lim Hui Hui
Category: Digital Craft – Interaction Design Award: Silver
Kancil Award 2023 – Digital Craft – Interaction Design (Silver)
Guardians of the Teeth project tackles the problem of kids not brushing their teeth properly because they find it boring or repetitive. This lack of enthusiasm can lead to bad oral hygiene and long-term dental issues. According to the Malaysian National Oral Health Survey of Preschool Children, 71.3% of preschool kids had cavities, and 59.8% had visible plaque. And the Journal of Dental Research says early childhood cavities triple the risk of adult dental problems.
Project Concept & Idea: This project aims to teach preschool kids the importance of good brushing habits using interactive and gamified experiences. The goal is to instill proper brushing habits and help them develop muscle memory for brushing correctly. The fun animations motivate kids to brush their teeth thoroughly and properly, turning a boring task into an enjoyable one.
User Interaction & Technical Approach: The setup triggers engaging animations when kids brush a tooth model. A magnetic proximity sensor and Makey-Makey technology detect the brushing action, driving the interactive elements. As kids brush the model’s teeth, the animation shows them getting cleaner and whiter. The brushing session is timed to guide kids toward the correct brushing duration. When they finish, they get compliments, reinforcing positive behavior and rewarding them for achieving clean teeth.
Guardians of the Teeth is the a multi-award winner work of Kancil Award 2023 by three talented students: Ling Qian Ping Wong Ming Vae Cheong Yoke Ying
Ling Qian Ping @ Kancil Awards 2023
They manage to secure two awards from two categories in the Kancil Award 2023. Category: Best Idea for Social Good Award: Silver Category: Digital Craft – Interaction Design Award: Merit
Kancil Award 2023 – Best Idea for Social Good (Silver)
Kancil Award 2023 -Digital Craft – Interactive Design (Merit)
Echoes of the Mind: A Journey Within is the first collaborative art exhibition with Digital Media & Fine Art programme. Digital Media students had the opportunity to craft digital art installations as fine art pieces, aiming to convey a powerful message of the theme, ‘memory’.
Video credit: Yap Wai Leong
Sincerest thanks to Bakat Mahasiswa for graciously funding this project and Mr. Kim Ng from Fine Art Department for providing the opportunity for the Digital Media students.
A big thanks to everyone who came to explore how memories, legacies, and life experiences can shape our self-conception, motivation, and perspectives through the creative and contemplative expressions of our students in this meaningful art exhibition of sculptures, installations, and video projections.
We were also extremely fortunate to have Abdul Shakir from Filamen to visit our exhibition. His visit meant a lot as he offered valuable feedback and advice to our students. He also shared in-depth knowledge about Digital Fine Art in Malaysia.
Special thanks to, Kim Ng, Kheng Wai Sei Hon, Xing Kai, Wai Leong & Mouz Chin for making this exhibition a successful one
Two introverted individuals, a college student and a barista, navigate their daily routines in quiet solitude, finding joy in their peaceful, self-contained lives free from the disruptions of others.
Congratulations to the students, alumni, and lecturers from Dasein Digital Media! Once again, their exceptional talent shines through as both participating groups received the Grand Prize and 3rd Prize at the Terang 2023 projection mapping competition! 🏆🥳 Great job, everyone!
Terang 2023 showcases 34 brilliant video mapping works, each lasting one-and-a-half minutes. These creations are a collaborative effort between global and local digital art practitioners, drawing inspiration from the theme “Warisan” (Heritage). Filamen, a new media art collective established in 2018 and known for curating some of Malaysia’s most acclaimed digital art exhibitions, spearheads the Terang 2023 art initiative.
🥇Grand Prize PROJECT TITLE: THE COLOURS OF US
GROUP MEMBERS NAME: 1. LIM CHING XIAN 2. WONG SI YING 3. CHIA YUAN HONG
🥉3rd Prize PROJECT TITLE: HERITAGE IN HARMONY WITH TALES ON THE WALL
GROUP MEMBERS NAME: 1. CHANG SOOK YIN 2. TING EE VERN 3. WONG XING KAI 4. YEONG KE XIN
