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Skin World Interface
Installation, Experience Design, Tactile Art
Made at UAL, College of Communication

Course Leader: John Fass
Designers: Bea Gatchalian, Pranjal Choudhary, Ziyuan Dou & Bipasha Ray

"Festive" is an interactive artwork designed to foster open and honest discussions about women's sexual desires. This innovative installation creates a warm and welcoming environment for people to come together and engage in meaningful conversations.

Using a combination of visual, auditory, and tactile elements, Festive encourages participants to explore their own beliefs and attitudes toward female sexuality. The artwork is designed to be accessible to a wide range of audiences and is intended to create a safe and inclusive space for people of all genders and sexual orientations.

By promoting open and honest discussions about women's sexual desires, Festive aims to challenge long-held stereotypes and promote a more inclusive and equitable society. Whether you're a seasoned activist or simply looking to learn more about the topic, Festive provides an engaging and thought-provoking experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

With the help of cutting-edge tools like TouchDesigner and Leap Motion Sensor, we've designed a truly unique experience centered around pleasure. Our team has created a metaphoric representation of the labia, which communicates through a captivating combination of light and music.

The finished product is a secure and welcoming environment in which women can engage in open and honest discussions about their experiences with sexual pleasure. Our installation addresses the stigma surrounding female sexuality, encouraging participants to learn from one another and share valuable insights on sexual education.

We believe that creating a space where women can speak openly about their desires and experiences is essential for promoting a more inclusive and equitable society. By leveraging the latest technologies and our team's collective expertise, we've created an innovative experience that is both empowering and enlightening.

Our hope is that this unique and thought-provoking experience will help promote meaningful change and encourage more open and honest conversations about female sexuality.

“A great learning experience. Would definitely try again.”

Bala, MA UX design student

“Great initiative! Loved the use of technology and design. Subtle and effective. Would love to see this at the next design festival”

Tonicha, UX design faculty

“I can see that you have been super successful in building comfortable and a respectful zone amongst each other for this project. Great teamwork!”

Prof. Dr. John Fass, UX design course leader

Learnings:

We created a welcoming work environment where mutual trust was established and everyone felt comfortable sharing their most intimate stories. We used games, humor, and research techniques to foster understanding and compassion, encouraging open communication, active listening, and non-judgmental attitudes. Our efforts led to increased collaboration, creativity, and innovation, and we remain committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace.

We received mixed reviews using conventional research techniques and were accused of objectifying women. To address this, we developed innovative, ethical research methods that preserved anonymity and built trust with our audience. We remain committed to improving our methods and gathering valuable insights in a sensitive and respectful manner.

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