credit: Toby Harris
What do robots performing comedy, music boxes from China and a jelly pudding have in common? These are just three of the projects that were on display at the Intersections exhibit, which showcased work from the Media and Arts Technology CDT at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). Tuesday 20 September 2016 The work of the MSc and PhD students explored the symbiotic relationship between the arts and science by using immersive installations, such as sound; displays that have a tactile component; kinetic sculptures, and much more - Highlights included:. Hengling Music Boxes - Inspired by the Dong ethic minority culture in rural China, the four artifacts were created in a pop-up space in Hengling Village in Changsha Province. They were made using traditional crafting methods but with a modern twist. For example, the box Dong Tunes is a made in the image of a traditionally shaped Lucky Flower decoration, which is used by the Dong community for good luck. When the user turns and tilts the box to interact with the sound, they hear different stories told in the local language. The project is a collaboration between Hunan University, QMUL and b00t Consultants and this is the first time they were displayed in the UK.
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