https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/85523 2026-04-17T08:39:25Z 2026-04-17T08:39:25Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/87131 2022-01-18T12:48:25Z 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Adapting a Maltese poem into an animated short film Abstract: Throughout history, literature and poetry have been adapted and translated into various media and art forms. Different artists have taken their own spin on how to adapt a piece of poetry, adapting it into still images, plays and music. The relatively more recent medium of film has also taken an interest in adapting poetry and with this interest came the creation of the genre of film known as poetry films. This research project is focused on learning about poetry films and the different elements of film including timing, colour and other elements. This dissertation focuses on the theory behind film and looks at different artists of influence. The dissertation also discusses how my practice research component has been located within a theoretical framework and how what I learnt has been applied to my own animated poetry film. The film is based on the Maltese poem ‘In-Nannu l-Aħmar’ written by my grandfather. This research project aspires to learn more about the medium of film and animation, discovering how these two intertwine while learning on adapting literature and text into visuals. The end-product being an animated poetry film created by myself Description: (BFA) (Hons)(Melit.) in Digital Arts

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Title: A siren's tale : exploring visual narrative through an adaptation of a Maltese folklore tale Abstract: The aim of this study is that of exploring a graphic sequential narrative that concerns a sequential art adaptation of the Maltese mythological tale ‘Is-Sirena tal-Isla’ (the Siren of Isla). The discussions addressed in this project-based research will tackle theories of sequential art as propogated by Scott McCloud, Will Eisner and others. Maltese folklore and 19th century Maltese landscape paintings were also researched to adapt this tale. This study also explores sequential narratives within a digital space in order to observe how the art from changes within the medium. A number of qualitative research methods were used within the process of completing the final project. One-to-one interviews were also carried out in order to enrichen the research and eventual storyline. A loose script based on my own interpretation of the narrative was used as a reference when creating the final project. The resulting graphic narrative will be presented in both a physical printed format as well as on an online web-based platform. Description: (BFA) (Hons)(Melit.) in Digital Arts

2021-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/87125 2022-01-18T12:45:39Z 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Exploring the space between clothing and the female body through film photography Abstract: This dissertation was prompted by the sexualisation that takes place towards the female body, and an interest to explore the multitude of relationships that different women have with their bodies. Expression through both nudity and clothing was explored, through the desk research and also through the practice based research. The research carried out looked into the evolution of nudity in art and photography, various influential artists whose work was revolutionary to the topic, from a psychological aspect through psychoanalysis, and nudity’s acquired attributions to shame and embarrassment, to attempt to understand it’s origins. For the project section, 14 women were photographed, clothed and unclothed, with the exception of those that only chose to be photographed clothed. As part of the methodology, all participants were interviewed, along with interviews carried out with prominent Maltese artists whose work touches upon the field. As for the presentation of the project final work, the photographs were curated into a publication, titled; un / clothed. A safe space for expression was created, from woman to woman. Description: (BFA) (Hons)(Melit.) in Digital Arts

2021-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/87111 2022-01-18T06:03:54Z 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Conceptual modular design within platform engineering Abstract: The aim of this study is to investigate the development of a conceptual and modular, prototype car chassis design. This study triangulates desk research, interviews and more importantly, practice-based research methodologies. The prototyping model is used extensively in this study in order to create a fully functional prototype. The prototype’s functionality is explored in order to discover which industries it may satisfy due to its customizability capabilities. A professional automotive concept designer was chosen to participate in an in-depth interview. The scope of this interview was to reach a better understanding of the conceptualisation phase during the production of an automotive vehicle. This knowledge would allow this study to be part of the ecosystem of the automotive industry. In this study the prototype is also explored further to satisfy other industries involving the use of modularity in design. The study serves as a foundation for further research into the conceptual phase of an automotive vehicle together with other conceptual and modularity applications. Description: (BFA) (Hons)(Melit.) in Digital Arts

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