【Dream Building】The Collision of Traditional Culture and Modern Technology: Diverse Cuisine and AR Picture Books

The "Dream Building Program for New Immigrants and Their Children," organized by the National Immigration Agency, has entered its 10th year. Since its inception, this program has been dedicated to helping new immigrants and their children achieve their dreams. Throughout their journey, participants have shown remarkable passion and perseverance, and their achievements and joy have inspired countless others. We will introduce this year’s outstanding award winners in the "Multimedia and Digital Technology Group" category. Let's see how these new immigrants used technology and techniques to fulfill their dreams!Li Jingzhen (left) and Bian Zhengyuan (right) discussing AR creation (Photo / from NIA Facebook)

"Journey of Fusion Between Computer Graphics and Digital AR" - Bian Zhengyuan & Li Jingzhen

Bian Zhengyuan was inspired by an art exhibition featuring light and shadow effects that created a three-dimensional feel. She envisioned combining computer graphics with AR technology and invited her friend from Korea, Li Jingzhen, to join her in the Dream Building Program. During their creative process, they faced technical challenges such as choosing suitable images for AR presentation and ensuring accurate virtual object alignment.

After months of hard work, they completed an interactive picture book and engaged with the audience through social media. This journey has shown them the limitless possibilities of combining technology and art, and they plan to continue exploring and creating even more impressive works.

"Taste．Connect．Eliminate Discrimination: Linking Taste Buds, Integrating Communities" - Gu Fangru, Xu Xiayuan

Gu Fangru traveled to mainland China to sample local Jiangsu cuisine and film traditional food promotions. She uploaded the video to YouTube to promote cultural diversity. At a university event, she held a "Diverse Kitchen" presentation, screening the video about Jiangsu traditional cuisine and sharing its stories. She invited attendees to make and taste Jiangsu’s “Duck Blood Vermicelli Soup,” promoting cultural exchange and showcasing Taiwan's multicultural society.Gu Fangru (left) and Xu Xiayuan (right) travel to Jiangsu to film a culinary promotional video (Photo / from NIA Facebook)

Additional Information: Applications for the 11th Dream Building Program for New Immigrants and Their Children are now open. Join us in making your dreams come true!

Source: National Immigration Agency (NIA) Facebook