An eight characters introductory system
In Chinese tradition, the study of the Eight Characters (八字) refers to the reading of one’s character, fate and various life aspects, such as career and health, based on their date of birth and time. It is based on the interaction of metaphysical elements and comprises of complex and precise systems...
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sg-ntu-dr.10356-675902019-12-10T14:32:45Z An eight characters introductory system Neo, Xian Zhen Ng Ee Ching, Candice School of Art, Design and Media DRNTU::Visual arts and music In Chinese tradition, the study of the Eight Characters (八字) refers to the reading of one’s character, fate and various life aspects, such as career and health, based on their date of birth and time. It is based on the interaction of metaphysical elements and comprises of complex and precise systems. This traditional practice is increasingly lost on the millennial generation (1980-2000) and is often deemed as superstition. Moreover, the complexity of the Eight Characters system makes it difficult for the millennial generation to comprehend it. As such, this project utilises design to communicate the Eight Characters reading in an accessible and palatable manner for the people of our times. Bachelor of Fine Arts 2016-05-18T06:32:07Z 2016-05-18T06:32:07Z 2016 Final Year Project (FYP) http://hdl.handle.net/10356/67590 en Nanyang Technological University 59 p. application/pdf |
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In Chinese tradition, the study of the Eight Characters (八字) refers to the reading of one’s character, fate and various life aspects, such as career and health, based on their date of birth and time. It is based on the interaction of metaphysical elements and comprises of complex and precise systems. This traditional practice is increasingly lost on the millennial generation (1980-2000) and is often deemed as superstition. Moreover, the complexity of the Eight Characters system makes it difficult for the millennial generation to comprehend it. As such, this project utilises design to communicate the Eight Characters reading in an accessible and palatable manner for the people of our times. |
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