Art Center Research Articles

Investigation of STEM Supported Engineering and Design Experiences of Students Participating in Design and Innovation Workshop in the Context of Situational Interest Theory

This study aims to examine the engineering and design-supported STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) experiences of students who participated in the "Design and Innovation Workshop" organized at the Science and Art Center (SAC) during the semester break. The experiences and perceptions of 17 students (10 males and 7 females) were analyzed in depth in this study, which was conducted using a phenomenology design from qualitative research methods. Semi-structured interview form, student diaries, field notes and STEM product drawing form were used as data collection tools. The research findings showed that students' participation in design and engineering-based STEM activities enhanced their problem-solving skills, creativity and teamwork. The theory accompanying the research suggests that these activities increase students' interest and motivation in STEM disciplines. The research results suggest that design and innovation workshops can positively influence students' attitudes and skills towards STEM fields.

An analysis of spatial impulse response measurements and their ability to validate spatial features within an acoustic model

Conventional impulse response measurements are commonly used to validate omnidirectional metrics within ODEON models. ODEON models can also provide further analysis of the spatial properties of spaces. However, the spatial properties of a model cannot be validated using exclusively conventional measuring techniques. Instead, spatial impulse response measurements must be performed to properly validate the spatial components of an ODEON model. Conventional impulse and spatial impulse response measurements performed at the Recital Hall in the Strauss Performing Arts Center at the University of Nebraska at Omaha were used to create and validate acoustic metrics of an ODEON model of the same space. These spatial impulse response measurements contained visualizations of directional energy over time to assess reflections. ODEON produces several graphics comparable to those produced by the measurements. Across both visualization results, early reflections are nearly identical. However, at late energy reflections, larger discrepancies arise. This is likely due to either ODEON, the spatial measurement processing software, or the ambisonics microphone used to capture the spatial measurements. The accuracy of early energy data across both methods allows spatial impulse response measurements to be used in acoustic design, as a method of validating acoustic models or examining the changes in real-world reflections.

The main stages of artistic cultural exchange between Beijing and Moscow from the 1950s to the present

The subject of the study is the totality of the main stages of artistic cultural exchange between Beijing and Moscow from the 1950s to the present. The object of the study is the historical process of artistic and cultural exchange between Beijing and Moscow from the 1950s to the present. The article examines the period of educational activity of the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing, where special attention is paid to the contribution of Konstantin Methodievich Maksimov to the development of art in China in the 1950s. Topical issues of cultural policy and mutual understanding in the field of art between the two countries are discussed, as well as the impact of these events on strengthening relations. The author focuses on the importance of the "Festivals of Art and Culture" held in Moscow and Beijing after the reform and opening of China, which became an important catalyst for dialogue between artists and cultural institutions. The research methodology is presented by publications of Russian and Chinese scientists, which were analyzed for theoretical material relevant to the topic of this article. The article opens up new perspectives for further study of the periodization of artistic cultural exchange between Beijing and Moscow. The author believes that China's initiatives on reform and openness policy have proved to be a driving force for deepening cultural interaction, which has reached new heights. As part of this process, many events and festivals have been organized aimed at cultural rapprochement between the two States. The consequence of these events was the fact that the 2024-2025s. They have been declared the Years of Culture of Russia and China, which, undoubtedly, must be taken into account in order to further continue the description of the periods of artistic exchange.

Grains, Stains, and Worms: Designing from Wood in Early Modern Italy, 1450–1530

: Long admired for their illusionistic images, Italian intarsia panels also foregrounded the biological and ecological properties of wood, incorporating its filaments, fungal infections, and even woodworm pathways into depictions of landscapes, still lifes, and saintly figures. Drawing on visual, material, and textual evidence, much of it produced outside of Italy’s traditional artistic centers, I show how Italian intarsia makers were designing from wood, provoking new ways of thinking about the human relationship to the arboreal world.

Stained Glass Paintings in Some Selected Churches in Osogbo and Its Neighbourhood

Stained glass painting, is a distinctive assessory in the interior repertoire of Christian ecclesiastic spaces [1]. It is a form of painting executed on a glass surface, which permit penetration of natural light and illumination through it into the sanctuary [2]. It is a common phenomenon in orthodox churches such as Catholic, Anglican and Methodist among others. Stained glass paintings spread across several church denominations in Òsun State, Nigeria. Catholic, Methodist and Anglican denominations in Òsun State Nigeria and specifically in Òsogbo the capital city adopts usage of stained glass, a form of painting in their Churches. The practice of stained glass painting in Òsogbo, Nigeria and its environs is deep. Yet, the art forms have not attracted scholars’ interest overtime. Except for few pictures of stained glass of some churches in Òsogbo, schorlarly publication on the subject is scanty. Few available information on stained glass in Òsogbo is grossly scanty to justify the practice of the art forms. These art forms may depreciate in value overtime or lost due to church renovation or perhaps natural disasters. This makes the study of stained glass art in these churches highly imperative. Hence, focus of the study is on the usage of stained glass paintings in Methodist church, Ìsàlè-Àró, Òsogbo and selected Anglican Churches in Ode-Òmu, Ifón-Òsun, Ìddó- Òsun, Ìlobú, Ilé-Ifè and Òke-Fía, Òsogbo. The study examines the origin, history, theme, form, style, techniques and attempts comparative analysis of the art works. Nevertheless, rationale for limiting the study to selected Anglican and Methodist churches is because Jimoh Buraimoh, the famous bead painter of Òsogbo art center, produced all the paintings. Moreover, Jimoh Buraimoh’s stained glass paintings unlike other works like bead paintings have not been studied in any appreciable measure as his other art types [3]. The study therefore analyzes stained glass paintings of Jimoh Buraimoh in the selected Anglican and Methodist Churches in Òsun State, Nigeria. Specifically, the research identifies stained glass paintings in some churches in Òsun State, Nigeria; discusses and describes the stained glass, analyzes the form, style, theme and techniques of the stained glass in each of the churches; comparatively analyzes the stained glass paintings of the two selected church denominations. All stained glass paintings in different denominational Church sanctuaries in Òsun State, Nigeria constituted sample frame for this research. Total population is fourteen (14). Stained glass paintings in Church sanctuaries executed by Jimoh Buraimoh, a famous painter of Òsogbo art centre constitute fifty percent (50%) of the fourteen (14) stain glass paintings in Òsun State, Nigeria. Hence, these seven (07) stained glass works constituted sample size for the study. Data collection instrument for the study were visual and audio-visual equipment such as camera, tape recorder, and video gadgets. Digital camera was used to record photographs of the stained glass in each of the Churches for formal analysis. Primary and secondary sources of information were used for the study. Sources of data collection includes oral interview and participant observation. Related textbooks, journal articles and theses were also consulted. ‘The Good Shephered’ and ‘Ascension’ are the two themes of the paintings. Statistical analysis indicates that a theme ‘The Good Shephered’ are six (06) with percentage distribution of eighty-five point seven one percent (85.71%) while ‘Ascension’ is only one (01) with a percentage distribution of fourteen point two nine percent (14.29%). The artist used imported materials and adopted western techniques and style in executing the paintings. The paintings serves as a medium of pictorial and spiritual dialogue.

An Exploratory Study on the Perceptions of Performance Art Center among Consumers in Their 20s: Focusing on the Seoul Arts Center

An Exploratory Study on the Perceptions of Performance Art Center among Consumers in Their 20s: Focusing on the Seoul Arts Center

প্রাচীন ও আদি-মধ্যযুগীয় বাংলার স্টাকো শিল্প

Like terracotta art, stone and bronze sculptures, stucco art has also occupied a significant place in Indian art since ancient times. Stucco art became popular in Bengal during the post-Gupta and early Medieval period, for decorating Buddhist Vihāras and Hindu temples, and this tradition continued over time. The study of Stucco art of Bengal has been overlooked in the discussion of art centres in the past few decades, so this article will mainly focus on the chronological history of stucco art of Bengal. Region wise characteristics of this art will be discussed and analysed based on several primary and secondary sources and fieldwork-based data collections. The observation gives the impression that the various experiments by the artists of Bengal during the early Medieval period resulted in the development of a distinctive style of stucco art, which was different from the contemporary popular terracotta art. In some cases, stucco art was used instead of terracotta art, which is a classic example of the increasing demand for art. This article will provide a comprehensive discussion of stucco art in Bengal.

THE INFLUENCE OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES ON THE PROCESS OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

Problem statement. The history of the development of Petrykiv painting, including the study of the work of folk masters and their followers, their works, as well as consideration of problems and their solutions. The purpose of the article. To study the history of the origin and development of the art of Petrykivka painting. Determination of the stages of development and features in its different periods. Conclusion. The art of Petrikovsky painting is a unique relic of the national artistic tradition, which delegates to the modern world the original culture of the historical cradle of the Zaporizhia Cossacks. His powerful spirit, originality of poetic worldview and profound ethnic folk artistic thinking. Petrykiv decorative painting has in its potential immeasurable possibilities of ancient and eternally young folk art, for entering the sphere of modern life, enrichment of national and world culture. The war situation exacerbates and activates artistic creativity as much as possible. Thanks to the enthusiasm of Petrykiv masters-artists, their desire to support and develop our art, to pass on their skills to descendants, to show the beauty of Petrykiv painting to the whole world, this art form continues to live, improve and surprise with its unique ornament. Due to the significant economic difficulties accumulated during the last decades, an important branch of national culture has reached the critical limit of survival. Ensuring the preservation of historical centers of folk art and folk art crafts of Ukraine is a necessary component of the formation of national consciousness. The following most important strategic directions: state support and protection of the central figure of the industry − its producer, bearer of folk artistic traditions, folk craftsmen and enterprises of historical centers of folk artistic industries; preparation of the future change of folk masters in the creative environment of historical centers of folk art, by reaching different age categories of students, including the creation of specialized secondary educational institutions (schools), which will be gradually expanded as the industry develops; creation of museums in historical centers of folk arts and crafts for the purpose of their popularization, scientific research, assistance in education of future change, development of centers and tourism industry in Ukraine; Petrykiv painting will survive if it finds a new organic “usability”, either by artists of decorative art or by masters of folk art.

Effect of reading attitudes on reading habits and writing tendencies: Structural equation modeling

In this study, structural equation modeling was used to examine the effect of gifted students’ attitudes toward reading on their reading habits and writing tendencies. The study group for this research, in which the correlational survey model was used, was formed with the convenience sampling method. The study was conducted with 134 gifted students attending the Science and Art Center in the 5th, 6th and 7th grades. Attitude Toward Reading Scale, Secondary School Book Reading Habit Scale and Writing Disposition Scale were used to collect the research data. The data construed using the structural equation modeling were processed with SPSS 24.0 and AMOS 22.0 statistical package software. As a result of the research, it was determined that the hypothesis model was valid and attitude toward reading positively affected reading habits and writing disposition. It was concluded that attitude toward reading explained 75% of reading habit and 31% of writing disposition.

Aesthetic and spatial compatibility of art centers formed as a result of the redevelopment of industrial buildings

The purpose of this article is to study the formative components of Art Centers, formed as a result of redevelopment. The research is based on the methods of volumetric spatial analysis and the study of the dependence of the location of creative centers and their social impact on the local community. The article also provides for the use of the inductive method in the transition from iconic objects to a generalized picture of the revaluation of the historically complex structure of the city. The text analyzes the architectural and spatial structure of cultural and artistic institutions of domestic and foreign design experience. Formative factors of these institutions are considered. The text provides an overview of the variety of art centers, their functions, and their significance for culture as a whole. The main factors influencing the formation of forms during the redevelopment of industrial buildings for a cultural and artistic function are considered, namely: establishing the feasibility of reusing the industrial object of the building (finding out the reasons for the decline of the construction area, the importance of its restoration; the protection status of the building; urban planning analysis of the built-up area, transport and engineering infrastructure); determining its condition from the point of view of the degree of protection and the possibility of revaluation; analysis of its suitability for reinterpretation as a cultural and artistic function (volumetric and planning features, degree of deterioration of the main structures, etc.); determining the economic feasibility of such reconstruction; architectural and town-planning justification of the renovation; development of the architectural project and design solutions for the interiors and exteriors of the Art Center; objective assessment of the project; determination of features of further operation. On the basis of a comprehensive analysis of the volume-spatial organization of domestic and foreign design experience of art centers, the main architectural form-forming factors were identified.

Abstract B024: Be your own fan: Who do you get screened for?: A culturally sensitive and community-vetted colorectal cancer awareness campaign tailored for the Filipino community in Los Angeles County

Abstract Background Colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer among Filipina women and third among Filipino men, especially in Los Angeles County with the second largest concentration of Filipinos and immigrants. Recent trends show that Filipino experience late-stage diagnosis and lower survival rates. Despite the large number of Filipinos working in healthcare industry dedicated to caring for others, many Filipinos neglect to prioritize their own health and well-being. In collaboration with the Art Center College of Design, Cedars Sinai Cancer Center Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) developed a colorectal cancer awareness campaign, "Be Your Own Fan: Who do you get screened for?" aiming to evoke emotion and prompt reflection on the importance of health through storytelling, imagery, and tailored health materials (i.e., traditional hand fan, infographics, t-shirts, tote bags, stickers, photocards). Methods To determine relevance of the health campaign, five 1 hour semi-structured focus groups were conducted both in English or Tagalog via Zoom with n=23 adults ages 18 and over who self-identify as Filipino to provide community input on appropriateness of the messaging, colors, symbols, and community engagement approach. Participants were recruited through snowball sampling at in-person community outreach events, and email distribution. Results Participants represented diverse professions such as nursing, home healthcare/caregiving, public health, and accounting. Majority were 69% middle-aged adults, 57% female, and 4% colorectal cancer survivor. Research findings show that Filipinos take pride in their traditional culture, particularly in the use of Philippine flag colors (red, blue, yellow, and white) in health materials as opposed to other hues or tints. Either English or conversational Tagalog were preferred languages since it may be challenging to represent over 100 different languages spoken by Filipinos. Lastly, featuring stories and images of trusted community figures like healthcare professionals, church and community leaders, and family members are effective in pulling the heartstrings of the Filipinos to empower them to be their own fan/advocate. With this feedback, the campaign has been revised and deployed in the community and preliminary findings with n=77 people reached indicate increased awareness on colorectal cancer and intent to get screened. Conclusion. Developing health campaigns that closely reflect the community they serve can lead to increased awareness, participation, and adherence to health recommendations and behaviors. Citation Format: Reener Balingit, Mark Bondoc, Dong Hee Kim1, Zul Surani. Be your own fan: Who do you get screened for?: A culturally sensitive and community-vetted colorectal cancer awareness campaign tailored for the Filipino community in Los Angeles County [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the 17th AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved; 2024 Sep 21-24; Los Angeles, CA. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2024;33(9 Suppl):Abstract nr B024.

Community-led interventions to re-engage people living with HIV into care in Pakistan.

By 2021, Pakistan had an estimated 210 000 people living with HIV (PLHIV), and 27% of those initiated into treatment in 2020 had disengaged from care within one year. We assessed the effectiveness of an intervention to re-engage PLHIV lost to follow-up into care in Pakistan. Between September 2020 and May 2021, the Association of People Living with HIV (APLHIV) implemented a search and rescue intervention for PLHIV lost to follow-up in 2 large treatment centres in Pakistan. The centre staff reviewed records to identify those not in care for > 6 months and from September 2020 to May 2021, the APLHIV tracked them through telephone calls and home visits to re-engage them into care. We used SAS version 9.4 to analyse the data and univariate logistic regression to identify factors associated with disengagement and becoming untraceable. Among the 4184 PLHIV registered (74% male), 36% (1517) (83.9% male, 15.4% female, 0.7% transgender) had disengaged from care. APLHIV members tracked 696 (46%) of them; 295 (42%) were deceased and 325 (47%) were re-engaged into care. Reasons for disengagement were long distance from the ART centre or lack of resources (45%), injecting drug use (19%), adverse effects of antiretroviral therapy (9%), disinformation (9%), no male family member to accompany them to treatment centre after the death of husband (3%), and no reason given (15%). Injecting drug users and males were more likely to be lost to follow-up, and males were more likely to be untraceable. This community-led intervention successfully re-engaged many PLHIV into care. The community-led re-engagement intervention should be upscaled to reduce loss to care and follow-up in Pakistan, especially among injecting drug users and male PLHIV.

Bridging Expectations and Satisfaction: The Effectiveness of After-School Music Training at Meiledi Art Center, Nanning, China

This study explores the effectiveness of after-school music training programs at the Meiledi Art Centre in Nanning, China, focusing on aligning student expectations and satisfaction across key dimensions of the educational experience. Objective: The objectives were to assess the demographic characteristics of students, evaluate their satisfaction levels with the programs, and identify key factors influencing their overall experience.A structured questionnaire was administered to 217 students aged 12 to 18 years, collecting data on satisfaction across five core dimensions: Supporting Environment, Course Content, Teaching Method, Teaching Material, and Learning Method. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses, including correlation analysis and ANOVA, were employed to analyze the data. The findings reveal high overall satisfaction among students, with the "Supporting Environment" receiving the highest ratings, reflecting the center's success in creating a conducive learning atmosphere. However, the "Learning Method" dimension received the lowest satisfaction scores, indicating areas where pedagogical improvements are needed. The results from hypothesis testing further supported the significance of these dimensions, with all five hypotheses confirming positive relationships between the quality of each dimension and overall student satisfaction. Notably, the supporting environment had the strongest impact on satisfaction (β = 0.44, p < 0.001). The ANOVA results indicated consistent satisfaction across different class types and campuses, with marginal significance favoring singing classes and the Liangqin campus. Additionally, the study highlights the demand for enhanced performance opportunities, improved digital infrastructure, and more diverse instrument rentals, reflecting evolving student needs. This study contributes to the broader discourse on music education by providing empirical evidence on the importance of aligning educational offerings with student expectations in a culturally diverse context.

Designing Art Center in Medan with Metaphor Architecture Theme

Designing Art Center in Medan with Metaphor Architecture Theme

Outcomes associated with isoniazid preventive therapy for tuberculosis prevention among human immunodeficiency virus positive patients attending antiretroviral therapy clinics in Mangalore

Background The World Health Organization recommends that Isoniazid Preventive Therapy (IPT) should be administered to all People living with Human immunodeficiency virus (PLHIV) not currently suffering from tuberculosis (TB) to reduce the incidence of the same. The objectives of this study were to determine the incidence of PLHIV who contracted TB after receiving 6 months of IPT (followed up for ≥ 2 years), the incidence of PLHIV who developed tuberculosis when not on IPT, and the occurrence of adverse drug reactions due to IPT. Methods A Retrospective Cohort study was conducted in two ART centers in Mangalore, which included PLHIV who had completed 6 months of IPT from January 2017 to May 2018 and were followed up until May 2020; patients in the comparison group consisted of those attending ART centers during the same period who did not receive IPT. These data were retrieved from the case files of these patients from June to November 2020, entered into MS Excel, and analyzed using statistical package for social science (SPSS) version 25. Results The study included 1014 patients: 525 (51.8%) received IPT and 489 (48.2%) did not. Eight (1.5%) patients developed TB after IPT completion compared to 32 (6.5%) patients who developed TB from the non-IPT group. There was a 77% reduction in the incidence of developing TB in those patients who received IPT as compared to those who haven’t receive IPT (RR of 0.23, p value <0.0001). The reason for stopping IPT were due to side effects of IPT, experienced by 77 (14.6%) patients. Conclusions This study indicated that the completion of IPT significantly reduced the TB burden, showing significant protection against TB for a minimum duration of 2 years. Thus, implementation of IPT should be strengthened, and strict compliance should be ensured to reduce TB infection among PLHIV.

Timber trade in 17th-century Europe: different wood sources for artworks of Flemish painters

The former Spanish Netherlands experienced a period of social, cultural and economic prosperity in the seventeenth century, with Antwerp as its most important commercial and artistic centre. The era’s vibrant art scene, once pivotal culturally, economically, and diplomatically, now offers invaluable insights for scientific studies on art, trade, and craftsmanship. In a study on 294 panel paintings by or related to two famous Flemish artists, Jacques Jordaens (1593–1678) and Anthony van Dyck (1599–1641), we applied classical art historical techniques, archival research, dendrochronology, and the study of panel maker’s and guild marks on the painting’s reverse to gain insights into the precise time of tree felling, the geographical provenance of the wood, and the panel makers patronised by the painters. The majority of the paintings (~ 80%), which were subjected to a dendrochronological analysis, could be dated and the results accorded well with the concomitant art historical assessment on authorship. Besides an active and well-known Baltic timber trade which provided over 71% of all the planks examined, straight-grained oak trees were also sourced from western Central Europe (20%). Interestingly, planks from the Baltic and the Ardennes region (France/Belgium) were used together in three different paintings, likely cut apart from larger panels. Employing a multidisciplinary approach to a comprehensive painting collection by individual painters provides not only a new tool to determine a painting’s date and authorship but also allows for a better understanding of the contemporary timber trade and associated craftsmanship.

Implementasi Model Pembelajaran Sentra Seni dalam Mengembangkan Kreativitas Anak di TK IT Nurul Ilmi Tahun Ajaran 2023/2024

This research aims to describe children's creativity at the IT Nurul Ilmi Kindergarten, to determine the process of implementing the arts center learning model in developing children's creativity at the IT Nurul Ilmi Kindergarten, and to identify obstacles to the implementation of the arts center learning model in developing children's creativity at the IT Nurul Ilmi Kindergarten. . This research methodology uses a qualitative approach. This approach is carried out holistically, by explaining phenomena through words and language. The subjects in this research were the principal, center teacher, class teacher and students at the arts center at TK IT Nurul Ilmi. The researcher's data collection process used observation, interviews and documentation. The results of the research reveal that 1) children's creativity in the arts center has developed quite well in terms of the creativity process and forms of creativity, 2) the process of implementing the arts center learning model in developing children's creativity at the IT Nurul Ilmi Kindergarten is in accordance with the procedures in the learning center, namely by implementing center learning steps, 3) obstacles to implementing the arts center learning model in developing children's creativity at the IT Nurul Ilmi Kindergarten, namely obstacles in planning and implementation, obstacles in eval_uation and assessment, obstacles in making crafts and time constraints.

Tegal Art and Cultural Center with Inclusive Design Approach

Tegal Art and Cultural Center with Inclusive Design Approach

Examination of Turkish Lessons Applied in Science and Art Centers

Examination of Turkish Lessons Applied in Science and Art Centers

Transnational socialist encounters in the Second Socialist World: the case of the Chilean Museum of Solidarity

ABSTRACT The objective of this article is to analyze from an interdisciplinary perspective, that uses transnational and cross-regional cultural studies of the Second Socialist World, the unique example of the Chilean Museum of Solidarity in the context of its relations with the socialist countries in Eastern Europe during the 1970s. The originality of this case study is that it has not been previously analyzed and it helps explain the threads uniting countries of the Second Socialist World and the role of cultural relations as they were established during the Cold War between socialist countries in the south and the east. As a methodology, this article uses a qualitative “small number” approach to analyze cultural relationships between socialist countries. The conclusions show that, for some countries, such as Romania, cultural relations were important in establishing an autonomous policy from Moscow, such as that of Nicolae Ceausescu, but the type of artistic exchanges promoted witnessed an aesthetic paradox, supporting a depoliticized version of art. Moreover, the path-dependency argument for cultural relationships between socialist countries is partially verified.