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
Last September, Batch DDM211 launched their final year exhibition called Natroverse. This exhibition was all about preserving nature, honoring tradition, and celebrating culture. Each student poured their heart into designing and building installations that embodied this beautiful theme. The event took place from September 12 to 25, 2023, and the reception was unbelievable! Here’s a recap video of the exhibition.
The event turned out to be a huge success, drawing in not just fellow students and lecturers but also industry experts eager to witness the installations. What made it even more special was the presence of notable guests: YB Teresa Kok and YB Tuan Ng Sze Han honored the exhibition with their visit during the 28th Dasein Grand Opening, adding to the excitement and motivation of the participating students.
Natorverse was a collection of five remarkable installations.
Point Odyssey by Mouz Chin
This interactive installation aims to raise environmental awareness through immersive visual representations. It creates a surreal landscape and prompts reflection on our relationship with nature often overlooked despite its proximity. The beauty of the forest and nature are preserved through digitalisation by reconstructing the forest by using point clouds. The installation allows scenes within the landscape to be disrupted by people’s movements. The concept illustrates how the seemingly gentle touch of human hands has the potential to harm and destroy the natural environment, especially forests.
Kancil Award 2023 -Digital Craft – Interaction Design (Bronze)
Cultural Magician by Wee Jun Jie
Cultural Magician is an audiovisual installation that showcases the sounds of traditional musical instruments from different ethnic backgrounds. It is combined with sounds, foods, and technology. It is a celebration of culture, innovation, and the power of sensory engagement. It invites visitors to connect with the country’s heritage in a way that transcends traditional boundaries, creating an appreciation impression for Malaysia’s diverse sound patchwork.
Kancil Award 2023 – Best Use of Cultural Insights (Bronze)
Draw Fantasia by Tan Ivan
The concept is to encourage people to express their creativity by colouring in paper representations of five endangered Malaysian animals. This hands-on activity fosters an emotional connection, and when the drawings are scanned, the memory of the experience is enhanced
ClimaIslet by Low Zhong
Climaislet is an immersive floor projection mapping installation that incorporates captivating, visual elements, and interactive features, all seamlessly operated through a leap motion controller. The project envisions an island plagued by pollution and grappling with environmental challenges. It seeks to promote education, raise awareness and emphasise the detrimental impact of industrial pollution on the environment.
EcoTraits by Shawn Wong
EcoTraits offers an engaging experience through an interactive personality test. Users can take the test on a platform, answering questions to uncover their personality traits. Once they finish, a sequence of animation and laser scanning effect will reveale a flower that symbolises their unique personality through an animated presentation.
Each installation not only captured the essence of the theme but also sparked conversations about the importance of preserving our natural world and honoring our rich cultural heritage.
Natorverse wasn’t just an exhibition—it was a celebration of passion, creativity, and the profound connection between humanity and our environment. The impact of this showcase will undoubtedly linger, inspiring future students and visitors to continue exploring, cherishing, and protecting our planet and traditions.
