4D II: Assignment 3 | Documentation

Ideation & Concept

I have always had a keen interest in creating a piece of work that would speak volumes to people. My main interest lies in tackling existing social issues and trying my best to eradicate them through the use of art/design. To be able to fuse art with humanitarian issues would be part of my ethos as a designer.

A lot of my works are inspired by personal or real-life experiences, however small or indirect it may be to me. “The Amazing Austin” was no different from the others. Continue reading

4D II: Assignment 3 – Artist Statement (Final)

The Amazing Austin”*

By Shermin Sim

“The Amazing Austin” stimulates the daily routine of a person named Austin. Austin is a  young adult diagnosed with high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The work illustrates the societal ostracization that ASD patients face while effectively showcasing the strengths of their condition. Through the use of P.O.V. shots that are heavily supplemented by augmented reality, it is designed to be an immersive and interactive experience for the user.   Continue reading