Virtual Exhibition Research Articles

Gamifying cultural heritage: Exploring the potential of immersive virtual exhibitions

This paper reviews the potential of gamified cultural heritage in immersive virtual exhibitions. A systematic literature review following PRISMA guidelines identified 78 relevant papers from ACM and IEEE databases. Gamification and immersive technologies can provide interactive experiences to engage visitors and enhance their understanding of exhibits’ historical and cultural significance. Theoretical frameworks, including gamification theory, heritage interpretation theory, participatory heritage, immersive experience theory, and pedagogy, guide designing compelling experiences. Case studies like “Rome Reborn”, “Sutton House Stories”, and “Assassin’s Creed: Origins” demonstrate the efficacy of gamification in disseminating heritage. Key strategies include integrating augmented/virtual reality, multimodal data and 3D reconstruction, interactive narratives and gameplay, personalized experiences, advanced interfaces, balancing education and entertainment, and ensuring cultural sensitivity. Future work can explore AI-adaptive experiences, AR/VR integration, remote collaboration, educational game elements, and digital creativity models. Gamification and immersion provide innovative preservation and inheritance of cultural heritage. This review promotes digitalization and identifies literature gaps, supporting reflection on engagement’s past, present, and future. It aims to enable a broader appreciation of cultural heritage through technology.

Design and Implementation of Ceramic Virtual Display System

Using virtual reality technology to achieve the three-dimensional digitalization of ceramic artworks and accessing these 3D digital models through a web browser can provide a new approach for the promotion and dissemination of traditional ceramic culture. This paper aims to preserve traditional ceramic culture and craftsmanship as intangible cultural heritage, enhancing public understanding of traditional ceramic culture. Taking Jingdezhen ceramics as an example, various ceramics are three-dimensionally modeled using modeling software. A virtual exhibition hall is created in Unity3D, where the ceramic models are placed and interactive features are built, enabling functionalities such as virtual tours of the ceramic exhibition, ceramic viewing, and ceramic making. By leveraging WebGL, users can access the virtual exhibition system through a web browser. The virtual exhibition system promotes public understanding of ceramic culture and virtual reality technology, revitalizing traditional artifacts and promoting the inheritance and digital preservation of ceramic culture.

Prospects of virtual exhibitions in the Global South: An exhibitors’ perception

The COVID-19 pandemic saw an increase in digitalization in various industries across the globe including the events sector, resulting in a shift in attention toward virtual exhibitions. The purpose of this paper, therefore, is to assess the prospects and potential of virtual exhibitions from the exhibitors’ perspective. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from 151 exhibitors attending the Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo held in Zimbabwe. Data was analyzed using frequency distribution, One-Way ANOVA and Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA). The major findings show that there is more preference for physical exhibitions, although there is recognition that virtual events can add value to the exhibition industry. However, considering that the respondents regard physical exhibitions as important and at the same time highlight the potential of virtual exhibitions, hybrid exhibitions become a viable option in the face of threats from future disruptions emanating from pandemics and natural disasters.

Learning Model of Virtual Exhibition Using 3D Animation (Case Study: Exhibition Implementation Course in the Medan State Polytechnic Mice Study Program)

This study aims to determine the process of implementing virtual exhibitions using digital 3D animation technology, and to find out whether there are differences in students' understanding of exhibition learning before and after learning about virtual exhibitions. Research data obtained from questionnaires and tested descriptively and different test (t-test). The process of creating a virtual exhibition uses the Art steps website. The results of the study show that the process of making virtual exhibitions with Art steps is very helpful and there are differences in students' understanding before and after learning virtual exhibitions in exhibition learning. This study uses a quantitative and qualitative approach. This research develops an exhibition course that is held onsite to an exhibition that is held online so that even higher knowledge and skills are needed in the field of digital technology.

Bodily Absence

As restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic shaped a new reality in March 2020, virtual exhibitions became a powerful tool for museums and galleries to continue their public role and an excellent platform for artists to communicate their work to audiences. This paper examines how the viewer’s physical absence could add a factor to the loss of aesthetics and the experience of two-dimensional artworks when digitally delivered. The viewer’s body is analysed through philosophical theories of perception through movement as a contributing factor in experiencing two-dimensional artworks. The paper examines space, movement, and distance, which connect perception to one’s body in designing and delivering the most common 2D and 3D-360° virtual exhibition presentations. The paper examines participants’ interaction with the artworks based on recent research about how audiences experience online exhibitions during the pandemic. It discusses how the role of the viewer–visitor may change to that of just a user.

Art and archaeology in an interactive time-traveling online and museum experience. A case study on the Via Appia Antica.

This paper presents an innovative exploration of digital twinning technologies and its integration with artistic perspectives and interactive museum storytelling. It presents a physical and virtual online museum exhibition that was developed to visualize and experience changes of an archaeological landscape. Central to this exhibition was an interactive installation with a virtual 3D environment in which visitors could revisit viewpoints of past image creators like photographers, cinematographers, architects and painters. The exhibition combined digital twin technologies with artistic and archaeological research to form an immersive landscape biography.As a study area, the exhibition focused on mile V and VI of the Via Appia Antica near Rome. For six different funerary monuments, the exact locations of 110 historical images have been revisited and geo-referenced in a virtual 3D environment. Each historical image was artistically morphed into a present-day image using video technology. Additionally, visitors could explore virtual reconstructions and 3D prints of these monuments, accompanied with 3D animations.The paper discusses the motivation behind the design and setup of the museum and virtual exhibition, together with the technological challenges that were encountered. All tooling for this research was developed as Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS), allowing it to be reused. We discuss lessons learned and future application perspectives of the presented concept and installation. The work illustrates the power of blending cutting-edge technologies with art and storytelling to create a dynamic, accessible, and enriching experience of cultural heritage.

Nerambum: A Virtual Exhibition Platform

In the wake of the global pandemic, industries worldwide faced a disruptive challenge, particularly those thriving on physical exhibitions essential for expanding market share, unveiling new products, and forging valuable connections. The health crisis and consequent strict guidelines rendered traditional exhibitions untenable, causing a catastrophic loss of audience and opportunities for businesses. This unprecedented situation accelerated the adoption of virtual alternatives, but existing platforms failed to capture the essence and dynamism of live, in-person interactions, leading to a palpable gap in user experience. "Nerambum" emerges as a transformative solution in this landscape, offering a sophisticated online exhibition platform that recreates the authentic feel of physical events. It seamlessly integrates a 3D environment for attendees with a multifunctional web application, supporting various user roles including admin, exhibition owners, stall owners, and general participants. Beyond its immersive virtual space, "Nerambum" stands out with its comprehensive service management—from secure authentication, customizable avatars, and stalls to real-time video streaming and a practical payment gateway mimicking physical ticket purchases. The platform not only adapts to the current necessity for remote interaction but also anticipates the enduring relevance of virtual engagements in the exhibition industry's future.

Enriching User-Visitor Experiences in Digital Museology: Combining Social and Virtual Interaction within a Metaverse Environment

This study investigates the potential of integrating multilayer animations and sophisticated shader technologies to enhance visitor social interactions within metaverse exhibition spaces. It is part of a broader initiative aimed at developing innovative digital museology strategies that foster social engagement through virtual reality (VR) experiences. The methodology adopted seeks to provide a more immersive and human-centric exploration of 3D digital environments by blending elements of physical spaces with the interactive dynamics common in video games. A virtual exhibition space themed around Mars was created as a testbed to facilitate social interactions among users, who navigate the environment via avatars. This digital space was developed using a specialized Unity template designed by the metaverse platform Spatial.io. Overcoming the programming constraints imposed by Spatial.io, which limits the use of external scripts for security and stability, posed a significant challenge. Nonetheless, by leveraging the ability to modify shader codes used for material creation and employing advanced animation techniques with layered effects, the authors of this work achieved dynamic material responses to lighting changes and initiated complex asset interactions beyond simple linear animations.

Metaverse Prototype Designing of Thai Film Archive (Public Organization) for an Immersive Experience

This research focuses on the design of a Metaverse Prototype Thai Film Archive (Public Organization) to study immersive experiences. The aims were to: 1) examine design concepts and technologies for digital immersion, 2) create and showcase these designs in the Metaverse cinema, and 3) evaluate the results and formulate knowledge for virtual exhibition design using qualitative research methods, including prototype testing with participant interviews to assess satisfaction. The design principles consisted of architectural, exhibition, and user experience concepts, leading to a virtual world creation process involving 3D structural modeling, interactive functionalities, and exhibition layout before prototype testing. The evaluation included tests by ten participants and group discussions on overall experience, cinema content value, Metaverse design, and educational enhancement in museums. The design evaluation indicated a 70% positive overall experience, with half of the users finding stable usability. However, significant viewing barriers were identified, with a high need for operational instructions and navigational aids. Content understanding and Metaverse interaction were perceived positively, and the educational aspect was highly valued. The study concludes that while the overall experience was good, technology limitations (as of 2023) and interaction challenges require ongoing refinement to improve stability and usability, although the educational value was affirmed as strong.

Developing digital learning media of Artsteps virtual exhibition on food chain material

The low student learned outcomes on the topic of food chains, as well as the less varied instructional media used by teachers, was the background of this researched. This researched aimed to developed, assess the feasibility, and tested the effectiveness of the Artsteps Virtual Exhibition learned media in enhancing learned outcomes on food chain material for fifth-grade students at one of elementary school in Semarang City. This typed of researched researched and development (R&D) utilizing the Borg and Gall development model, which consisted of 10 stages. However, the researcher only reached stage 9. Subject mattered experts and media experts conducted the product validity tested. The results of this researched included the development process of artsteps learned media on the topic of food chains; the validity of Artsteps learned media, which assessed as highly valid from students' responses to Artsteps learned media fell into the category of excellent; and the SPSS result indicating a significant difference in outcomes before and after the treatment. Therefore, Artsteps learned media could improved students' learning outcomes on food chain material.

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Objectives This study aimed to develop the instructional design principles for designing systematic convergence education using EduTech.
 Methods Through the application of a design and development research methodology, design principles were developed by conducting a literature review, three times expert valiation, and field application.
 Results We derived seven design elements, including 1) curriculum analysis, 2) problem setting, 3) edutech selection, 4) learner participation, 5) scaffolding provision, 6) reflection guidance and support, and 7) evaluation implementation, along with 17 design principles and 57 guidelines. We applied the insturctional design principles to a “VR virtual exhibition hall creation” class. fourty two 5th grade students of I Elementary School in Incheon participated. The satisfaction survey results showed 4.53, indicating high satisfaction.
 Conclusions The significance of this study lies in providing concrete guidelines on how to use appropriate Edutech to design the convergence education in accordance with the context of the class.

Immersive Multimedia Art Design Based on Deep Learning Intelligent Vr Technology

Virtual Reality (VR) based art design offers a revolutionary platform for artists to explore new dimensions of creativity and expression. By immersing users in virtual environments, VR art transcends traditional limitations, enabling the creation of immersive and interactive experiences that defy conventional boundaries. Artists harness VR technology to sculpt three-dimensional forms, paint in volumetric space, and manipulate light and sound in ways previously unimaginable. Moreover, VR facilitates collaboration and audience engagement, allowing viewers to interact with and even become part of the artwork. From virtual exhibitions to immersive installations, VR art opens up endless possibilities for artistic innovation and audience participation. This paper introduces an innovative approach to immersive multimedia art design, leveraging deep learning intelligent Virtual Reality (VR) technology alongside Centralized Data Transmission Classification (CDTC) with the integration of IoT multimedia sensor data. By combining these advanced technologies, artists can create captivating and dynamic multimedia experiences that engage multiple senses and transcend traditional artistic boundaries. Deep learning algorithms analyze and interpret vast amounts of sensory data collected from IoT multimedia sensors, enabling the generation of immersive VR environments that respond intelligently to user interactions. CDTC facilitates efficient data transmission and classification, optimizing the integration of real-time sensor data into the VR experience. Through a series of experiments and simulations, the efficacy of the proposed framework is demonstrated, showcasing its ability to create immersive art installations that dynamically adapt to user input and environmental stimuli. in a simulated VR environment, deep learning algorithms processed IoT sensor data in real-time, resulting in an average classification accuracy of 92% for environmental stimuli recognition. Additionally, CDTC facilitated efficient data transmission, reducing latency by 30% compared to traditional methods.

Marketing technologies of promoting products on the internet

In the course of the present research the authors conducted a literary review of 16 scientific publications, including 2 textbooks, 2 monographs, 3 articles in international journals Scopus, 4 articles in journals recommended by CQASHE of MSHE of the RK, 5 articles in the database Google Scholar. As an analysis of the literature shows, the issues of tools and technologies for promotion in the Internet environment remain open and debatable. One of the most important digital solutions for product promotion are virtual exhibitions, which, however, have not been sufficiently studied and reflected in modern scientific literature on marketing. Therefore, virtual exhibitions are the subject of study in this paper. The purpose of the study is to develop practical recommendations for organizing and holding virtual exhibitions as an effective tool for the successful promotion of goods and services on the market. The main directions of the research are the study of world, Russian and domestic experience in carrying out online exhibition activities for its use in the activities of Kazakh enterprises. The idea of the study is to create a virtual platform in Kazakhstan to assist national firms in holding virtual exhibitions. The results of the study are that the authors have developed a model of marketing technologies for promoting products on the Internet, and offered practical recommendations for the creation and operation of a specialized exhibition company for organizing virtual exhibitions. Kazakh companies can use the authors’ recommendations for holding virtual exhibitions to successfully promote their products. In addition, the results of the study will be used to teach courses in «Digital Marketing» and «Marketing Communications».

Practice of Digital Media Art Education Based on Virtual Reality Technology

Digital media art education has entered a new era with the integration of virtual reality (VR), offering students immersive and interactive learning experiences. Through VR technology, students can explore the creative possibilities of digital media art in a simulated environment that transcends traditional classroom boundaries. From interactive installations to virtual exhibitions, VR enables students to experiment with diverse mediums, techniques, and concepts in a safe and engaging space. Moreover, VR facilitates collaboration and peer feedback, allowing students to showcase their work, receive critiques, and collaborate with peers from around the world in virtual studios and galleries. This paper explores the practical implementation of digital media art education utilizing virtual reality (VR) technology, augmented by Multimedia Linear Statistical Feature Classification (MLSC). VR technology offers immersive and interactive learning environments, allowing students to explore and create digital media art in three-dimensional spaces. The incorporation of MLSC enhances the educational experience by providing personalized feedback and assessment based on statistical analysis of multimedia features. Through simulated experiments and empirical validations, the effectiveness of the VR-based digital media art education approach with MLSC is evaluated. Results demonstrate significant improvements in student engagement, creativity, and learning outcomes. The students using the VR platform with MLSC achieved a 40% increase in project completion rates and a 30% improvement in artistic proficiency compared to traditional methods. These findings highlight the potential of combining VR technology with MLSC to revolutionize digital media art education, preparing students for careers in the dynamic and interdisciplinary field of digital media.

Historical figures on Instagram: A typology of themes and modes of representation

Following the notion that a greater variety of actors can engage in practices of memory work, the aim of our study is to understand how the polyphony of memory evolves in social media networks. We thus conducted an explorative study of accounts for historical figures on Instagram. The accounts were analysed regarding their thematic accentuations, the kind of material employed and presented, the level of professionalism and the social media authenticity they exuded. The result of the study is a typology of accounts for historical personalities on Instagram. We can distinguish between the following six types: virtual exhibition, social media autobiography, artist’s portfolio, inspirational quotes, iconic figure and meme.

Implementing Digital Documentation Techniques for Archaeological Artifacts to Develop a Virtual Exhibition: The Necropolis of Baley Collection

Implementing Digital Documentation Techniques for Archaeological Artifacts to Develop a Virtual Exhibition: The Necropolis of Baley Collection

ArtSpace : Art and Music Gallery

ArtSpace is a revolutionary digital platform that redefines the landscape of artistic expression, community engagement, and creative collaboration. With a mission to democratize the art world and empower artists, enthusiasts, and collectors alike, ArtSpace serves as a dynamic ecosystem where creativity knows no bounds. This abstract explores the essence of ArtSpace, delving into its key features, impact on the artistic community, and vision for the future. At its core, ArtSpace is a hub of creativity, innovation, and inspiration. Artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines converge on the platform to showcase their work, connect with fellow creators, and engage with a global audience. Through intuitive tools and interactive features, artists can upload their artwork, curate their portfolios, and interact with enthusiasts who share their passion for art. One of the defining features of ArtSpace is its emphasis on community building and collaboration. Enthusiasts can explore a rich tapestry of artwork spanning various genres, styles, and mediums, from traditional paintings and sculptures to cutting-edge digital art and multimedia installations. Through voting mechanisms, comments sections, and social sharing options, users can actively participate in shaping the narrative of the art world, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie within the community. ArtSpace serves as a catalyst for discovery, exploration, and engagement, offering users an immersive experience that transcends the boundaries of traditional art galleries and museums. By harnessing the power of technology, ArtSpace leverages augmented reality, virtual exhibitions, and interactive experiences to bring artwork to life in new and exciting ways. Users can immerse themselves in virtual galleries, interact with 3D models of sculptures, and experience multimedia installations from the comfort of their homes. Moreover, ArtSpace is more than just a platform for showcasing artwork—it is a marketplace, a classroom, and a cultural hub rolled into one. Artists can monetize their creations through sales, commissions, and collaborations, while enthusiasts can discover and collect unique pieces that resonate with their tastes and preferences. Educational resources, workshops, and tutorials provide aspiring artists with the tools and knowledge they need to hone their craft and pursue their passion for art. Key Words: art, music, creative space, mobile application, gallery.

Virtual exhibitions for scientific knowledge propagation

Scientific knowledge propagation is among the key functions of the Common Scientific Knowledge Digital Space (CSKDS), and the virtual exhibitions (VE) as an efficient instrument enable to accumulate heterogeneous scientific information on phenomena, events or scholars. The authors discuss the general issues and principles of VE organization, content selection, VE structure and main sections. Three VE types are specified, namely autonomous, remote and combined VE. Selection and content structuration methods are proposed for each of the types. The authors introduce extensibility and flexibility as VE characteristics. They also describe in detail the VE experience of the RAS Interdepartmental Supercomputer Center as a model CSKDS element. They describe the VE “Mrs. Penicillin” dedicated to Zinaida Vissarionovna Ermolyeva, a microbiologist who created the preparation of penicillin in the USSR in the late 1930s. The exhibition offers information about Ermolyeva, her scientific and pedagogical work.The study is accomplished at Russian Academy of Sciences Interdepartmental Supercomputer Center, branch of RAS Research Institute of System Analysis within the framework of the Government Order No. FNEF-2024-0014.

Reviving Antiquity in the Digital Era: Digitization, Semantic Curation, and VR Exhibition of Contemporary Dresses

In this paper, we present a comprehensive methodology to support the multifaceted process involved in the digitization, curation, and virtual exhibition of cultural heritage artifacts. The proposed methodology is applied in the context of a unique collection of contemporary dresses inspired by antiquity. Leveraging advanced 3D technologies, including lidar scanning and photogrammetry, we meticulously captured and transformed physical garments into highly detailed digital models. The postprocessing phase refined these models, ensuring an accurate representation of the intricate details and nuances inherent in each dress. Our collaborative efforts extended to the dissemination of this digital cultural heritage, as we partnered with the national aggregator in Greece, SearchCulture, to facilitate widespread access. The aggregation process streamlined the integration of our digitized content into a centralized repository, fostering cultural preservation and accessibility. Furthermore, we harnessed the power of these 3D models to transcend traditional exhibition boundaries, crafting a virtual experience that transcends geographical constraints. This virtual exhibition not only enables online exploration but also invites participants to immerse themselves in a captivating virtual reality environment. The synthesis of cutting-edge digitization techniques, cultural aggregation, and immersive exhibition design not only contributes to the preservation of contemporary cultural artifacts but also redefines the ways in which audiences engage with and experience cultural heritage in the digital age.

The Virtual Events of Stakeholder Jatim Fest Preferences on Social Presence Approach

Virtual events have become increasingly popular during the Covid-19 pandemic and continue to be developed even as gathering restrictions have been relaxed. This research aims to determine the preferences of stakeholders in the Jatim Fest 2023 exhibition for virtual events. The research focuses on understanding participants' experiences in virtual exhibition events through the social presence theory approach. The research method used is a qualitative approach using interviews and observations. The results show that physical interaction and social presence in exhibitions provide a better sensory product experience to support sales transactions. On the other hand, participants remain actively engaged virtually through their respective social media channels without using virtual exhibition showcases provided by the organizers. This study highlights that in hybrid exhibitions, the virtual event model is not as popular and cannot yet replace the experience of physical (offline) exhibitions.