Exploring the Craftsmanship of Traditional 'Baby Carriers' of the Miao Minority: Theoretical insights and digital visualization approaches

Jing Zhong; Zainudin Md Nor; Azwady Mustafa; Shahrunizam Sulaiman; Man Zhang; Tao Meng

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI29.6896

Authors

Jing Zhong College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia
Zainudin Md Nor College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia
Azwady Mustafa College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia
Shahrunizam Sulaiman College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia
Man Zhang College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Kedah Branch Campus, 08400 Merbok, Kedah, Malaysia
Tao Meng College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI29.6896

Keywords:

Miao Traditional "Baby Carriers", Digital Visualization

Abstract

Contemporary design gradually combines traditional crafts with digital innovation to protect cultural heritage, exemplified by the traditional "baby carriers" of the Miao minority, which are rich in cultural heritage and exhibit unique design elements. This study examines digital representation's cultural background, characteristics, and status. It explores the advantages and challenges of employing virtual and augmented reality technologies facilitated by combining Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Style3D, and Browzwear. This study provides a theoretical framework and practical guidelines for extracting and presenting the critical features of the traditional "baby carriers," thereby laying a foundation for future research

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