Culture and civilization portfolio

Culture and Civilization Portfolio

Charlene Chan 0308518

FNBE SEM II 2012

Project 1 – Rise of Civilization Project 2(a) – Costume runway show Project 2(b) – Interior miniature model Project 3 – Postcards design and packaging

There were 3 major projects in total in the semester:

Project 1

• Produce a Graphical timeline of Vietnam • Produce a Culture Journal of Vietnam

Paired up with Jasmine for this project

Working in groups of 2, we are required to:

Rise of Civilization

The Objectives of Project 1: • To explore to the rise of human

civilization through research and analysis

• To study the change of human living from Neolithic period to Civilizations

• To demonstrate the various factors and issues that developed a particular civilization

• To develop skills in gathering information and synthesizing relevant information into a concise presentation

The Graphical timeline of Vietnam

• From the Paleolithic period to the 21st century.

So together we produced:

Culture Journal of Vietnam • Focuses on the issues regarding Geographical,

Economy, Politics, Culture, Characteristic & Achievements

Civilization Culture

And also the

Examples of our Civilization Journal

Examples of our Civilization Journal

Examples of our Culture Journal

Examples of our Culture Journal

The Learning Outcomes of Project 1: I have understand the rise and fall of Human Civilization through research & analysis.

I have also understand the various factors and issues that contributes to the characteristic of a civilization.

Gained a deeper understanding on the civilization as well as culture of Vietnam as a country.

I have fully understand the importance of teamwork!

Project 2

• Produce a costume & runway show based on a research on Egypt

• Produce an interior model, that would demonstrate your understanding of Egypt.

My group members consist of: Conie Lim Nicole Lim Helsa Josephine Manar Sanad Nick Lim Joseph Kong

Working in groups of 6-7, we are required to:

Costume Runway Show

Costume & Runway show • Required to showcase my understanding on

elements such as the culture, social strata, architecture, and style.

EGYPT CIVILIZATION

The Objectives of Project 2(a) & (b): • To examine the similarities

and differences between Eastern and Western civilizations.

• To understand the culture of the given civilization and the dressings of the people during that era.

• Nephthys is the goddess of nature, lamentation, sleep, river and rebirth.

• Appearance : She was described as having long black hair and regal

features, like Isis, but kinder eyes and smile. She was dressed in a green

dress and a golden Egyptian crown.

• Personality : She is kind and caring. Although her powers and abilities still

remain vague, it is said that she has the power to resurrect the dead as well

as take away the life of one.

Goddess Nephthys

My Costume Front View

Side Elevation

Necklace

The necklace is an important piece in the costume. It symbolizes Nephthys toetomic form.

Headdress

The headdress mimics the shape of a vase. It brings a symbol that Nephthys collects the lost souls and resurrects them.

My Costume Bangles

Arm Bangle

Necklace

Egyptian-like Bangles

Self-made Bangle that Goddess Nephthys wears

The 5 petal-like charms on the necklace symbolizes the five jobs of Nephthys.

Group photo The Egypt Group

More photos of the runway show

The Learning Outcomes of Project 2(a): I have understand the differences and similarities between Western and Eastern Civilizations.

I have also learnt how to sew! A very important skill to pick up, even as an architect!

Gained a deeper understanding on the culture of Egypt and their costumes as well as rituals.

I have fully understand the importance of applying creativity in my works!

Interior Miniature Model • Required to showcase my understanding on

elements such as the culture, rituals, ceremonies and civilization of Egypt

My interior model Front View

Side Elevation

Goddess Nephthys & Goddess Isis in a ritual ceremony.

My interior model Side View of the wall decorations

Top View

Goddess Nephthys & Goddess Isis in a ritual ceremony.

The Learning Outcomes of Project 2(b): I have understand and able to recall the differences and similarities between Western and Eastern Civilizations.

I have also learnt how to make small miniature human beings! A very important skill to pick up, and it was fun!

Gained a deeper understanding on the culture of Egypt and their costumes as well as rituals.

I have fully understand the importance of presentation skills and documentation of the project.

Project 3

• To produce a site route to identify the chosen route. This route has to be related to the theme and concept that has been generated. The final outcome for this project would be a postcard series. You are also required to research on postcard designs and produce a packaging that would compliment the final postcard series design.

Individual Project

Working individually , we are required to:

Postcard series & Packaging

The Objectives of Project 3: • To examine the similarities

and differences between Eastern and Western civilizations.

• To understand the culture of Malaysian as well as portray it out in a series of postcards.

The Food Culture of Malaysia Project 3 : Postcard series

Theme & Concept

- Roadside stalls

- Malaysian Favorite – Cendol

- Malaysian Favorite – Rojak

- To capture the essence of the culture of

Cendol & Rojak

The postcards series that I have taken and produced

The front designs of the postcard series

The back of the postcard series

The Cendol series postcards

The Rojak series postcards

Project 3 : Postcard series

The packaging of the postcards Front View

Culture’s Echo

Open View

From Right

From Left

The Learning Outcomes of Project 3: I have understand and able to recall the differences and similarities between Western and Eastern Civilizations.

I have also learnt how to appreciate cendol and rojak! These are the Malaysian delicacies that would forever be imprinted in my childhood!

Gained a deeper understanding on the culture of Malaysians and the tradition practiced by them

I have fully understand the importance of presentation skills and documentation of the project.