International Journal of Applied and Creative Arts

THE MUSIC EVENTS IN KUCHING, SARAWAK POST-PANDEMIC TIMES: CHANGES AND PERCEPTION

Nicole Ivanna Paul — 2023-06-30

This article discussed the changes experience by event organizers, how the public are adapting to the changes and their perception of music events in Kuching, Sarawak post-pandemic times. This study used mixed method, both quantitative and qualitative method approach. A total of 101 respondents participated in this study through survey. According to the findings, with a total mean of 4.41, hybrid music events should be conducted in post-pandemic to accommodate both onsite and offline audiences. From the event organizers perspective, 2 informants involved stated that there will be an improvement in music events such as increasing number of audiences, bigger venue, and better service & activities.

WHAT SO DISTINCTIVE OF THE IBANS CULTURAL ARTEFACTS IN THEIR LONGHOUSES IN SARAWAK?

GREGORY KIYAI — 2023-06-30

Prior to the establishment of a museum in Sarawak by the Brooke family in 1891, the Iban society preserved cultural objects in their longhouses using their own distinct methods. Traditional care is the foundation based on their beliefs and conceptions of the world's existence. This ethnography study examines the traditional conservation of Iban cultural relics in longhouses. Qualitative research technique, including fieldwork, documentation, and interviews was employed. Data collection was done based on the collection of pieces of informant memory. The findings indicate that the traditional management and maintenance of the Iban cultural artifacts is enchanting because it mixes parts of their beliefs, the mysticism and believing those cultural items would come to life and active so that they can be used in rituals and ceremonies. This research provides a new perspective on the cultural insight of an indigenous ethnic group the Ibans’ residing in the Borneo archipelago in with the anticipation that their identity known to the world and will be inherited for the new generations.

ENHANCEMENT OF SLOW SHUTTER TECHNIQUE THROUGH A STRUCTURED EXPERIMENTAL CREATION OF LIGHT TOOLS

Mohd Firdaus Mohd Herrow — 2023-06-30

This experimental research aims to create, modify, and combine existing light technology to produce artworks and images. Choosing appropriate light tools is crucial as each has its own strengths and weaknesses, which must be considered in line with the assignments or concepts. The research employs interviews, questionnaires, and experimentation to develop advanced photography techniques capable of revealing unknown scientific elements. The findings reveal six (6) interrelated categories that distinguish the light tools: brightness, colour, contrast, space, length, and power. The documented experiment on artificial light in producing light tools is key to these findings. This research contributes to the advancement of photography techniques and inspires readers to witness the resulting images based on creative ideas.

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE ART MUSEUM SPACE AS EMOTIONAL HEALING

Qiong juan Yi — 2023-06-30

This article explores the emotional healing function of art museum space and its potential impact on people's daily lives. Drawing on the theories of emotional therapy and art therapy, it is believed that art museum spaces can provide visitors with a unique transformation experience, helping them regulate emotions such as anxiety, boredom, and fatigue. This article explores how the layout of artist works and exhibition halls creates a visual and emotional experience through specific case studies, literature research, and questionnaire surveys. This experience is fundamentally different from the repetitive and rigorous spatial sense in daily life. Through the creativity of artists, different artistic spaces are created, bringing a new experience to the audience, allowing visitors to feel the charm of artistic creativity and obtain beautiful emotional value. Through case studies, it is proposed that good creative spaces can provide emotional therapy for visitors. Ultimately, this article demonstrates the potential of art museum spaces in changing emotional states and improving overall happiness. This provides new discussions on the application and significance of the creative industry in community residents' lives in the future, and proposes research directions for the development of the creative industry in the future.

EMBRACING TRADITIONS AND INNOVATIONS OF SUIXI LION HEADS IN LION DANCE PERFORMANCES IN CHINA

Sudan Zhan — 2023-06-30

This study investigates the incorporation of traditions and innovations in the use of Suixi Lion Heads in lion dance performances in China. Suixi Lion Heads are a form of folk art that has been passed down through generations, and their design incorporates new elements while still maintaining their traditional essence. Through an analysis of the visual symbols and production process of Suixi Lion Heads, this study explores how the balance between tradition and innovation has contributed to their popularity and success in lion dance performances. The simplified production process of Suixi Lion Heads allows for faster and more cost-effective production, resulting in streamlined designs that are better suited to contemporary aesthetics and market demands. Furthermore, this study highlights the importance of promoting and developing Suixi Lion Head culture through lion dance performances, which can facilitate the preservation and evolution of the tradition. By embracing both traditions and innovations, Suixi Lion Heads continue to play a vital role in the cultural heritage of China, providing a link between the past and the present in lion dance performances.

AN ELECTRONIC ART APPROACH IN THE ADAPTATION OF WHITE SPACE ART COMPOSITION ON CHINESE INK PAINTING

Liew Jia Xi — 2023-06-30

White Space Art, otherwise known as Xu Shi, is not only used to create a powerful visual drawing space, but also a key composition principle and aesthetic feature in Chinese Ink Painting. This study focuses on the application of White Space Art in the implementation of the artwork. In other words, which initiatively to explore the method of combining the approach of technology with Chinese Ink Painting Art. Through the practical experience which executed by the author, intently to verify the feasibility if White Space Art to express the space philosophy of electronic art and discusses the possibility that the practical process can be used for further reference. The implementation of such a merger to achieve an artwork in the form of contemporary art which gives a new perception and meaning to the Chinese Ink Painting Art in a new context rather than in a conventional background.

SANI FANTASIA: AN EXAMINATION ON YUNNAN YI CHARACTERISTICS IN PIANO MUSIC ADAPTATION

Liang Yikeng — 2023-06-30

Incorporating Yunnan Yi music elements into piano compositions is a growing trend in Chinese piano music, and Yi piano adaptations serve as an important representation of Yunnan piano music’s ethnic style and development. However, a lack of systematic investigation and observation means that little research has been done on the composition of Yi piano adaptations. This presents a challenge for aspiring piano students looking to interpret the Yi characteristics of these works. This study aims to provide a systematic discourse on prior research and investigate the relevance and contribution of Yi piano adaptations in reducing the existing gap. Literary research and musical analysis will be employed to analyze the Sani Fantasia adaptation. A literature analysis will classify relevant piano adaptation works and appreciate Yi piano music’s overall growth pattern, while a systematic examination of Sani Fantasia will reveal how Yi’s music elements are expressed and translated in the piano pieces while maintaining the original folk song’s ethnic style. The researchers hope the study will deepen academics’ understanding of the cultural significance and worth of Yi piano adaptations and piano compositions in the Yunnan ethnic styles.