Major Project - RASA: Manis Delights

23/09/2024 - 08/01/2025 || Week 1 - Week 15
Foo Hui Xin || 0351665
Environment Design || Bachelor of Design in Creative Media
RASA: Manis Delights


1 || Instruction



RASA is an IP, a group project for me and my partner Jia Hui for our Final Year Project / Major Project.


CONCEPT
Rasas are the guardians of Malaysian heritage, embodying good fortune and blessings. These small figurines symbolize the small joys of life, delivered through the rich tapestry of local delicacies. Whether stirring nostalgia in the hearts of locals or serving as companions for travellers seeking a deeper connection to Malaysian culture, Rasas offer a warm embrace and a sense of belonging to all who experience them.

Rationale
Why kuih?
A household name that encapsulate the essence of Malaysia, showcases the rich cultural diversity and culinary heritage. Often associated with family gatherings, festivals, and childhood experiences, they can foster nostalgia. They are also known for their vibrant colors, intricate designs, and varied textures, making them visually appealing and attractive to the audience.

Why Blind box figurine?
The combination of surprise, collectibility and engagement makes blind boxes very popular for today's consumer-driven culture. The gamification of shopping provides a fun experience for the audience to learn more about
As a figurine, they can act as companions for the audience.

Objectives
  1. Create a Fun and Engaging Experience
  2. Foster Nostalgia and Cultural Pride

chosen kuih-muih

RASA Proposal Slides



Art Direction

Packaging & Branding

3D Models/ Figurines

2D Art

For this group project, my partner focuses on the 2D aspect of things generally, and she also deals with the 3D print. On the other hand, I focus on the 3D side of things generally, and also branding & packaging.



Character Concept Art

Even though I am in charge of 3D I also wanted to work on some characters as a Entertainment design concept art student, so I took charge for Kuih Lompang & Kuih Seri Muka in the midst of my 3D progress.

Kuih Lompang
Represents: harmony & joyful sharing

Lompang Visual

main features:
  1. cup-shaped
  2. very colorful
  3. grated coconut
  4. rounded form signifies harmony

First attempt

Early design

Hero pose sketch + adding companions

Second design stage

Colour 1

Final Design, Grayscale

Colour 2

Hero Pose Lineart



Kuih Seri Muka
Represents: beauty & good fortune

Seri Muka Visual

main features:
  1. double layer
  2. pandan custard on top, glutinous rice at the bottom
  3. baba nyonya origin
  4. literally means beautiful face
  5. symbolising beauty, prosperity, and good fortune.

First Attempt

Character sheet

Grayscale

Hero Pose sketch

Hero Pose lineart

Colour 1

Colour 2


3D Modelling


Body styles for 3D

First attempt at 3D 

Revised body Proportions 

Final body base shape/ foundation


Kuih Bahulu

Base Coloured (Screenshot, no materials/lighting/etc)

Final Outcome for Kuih Bahulu
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Kuih Lapis

Grayscale


Base Coloured (Screenshot, no materials/lighting/etc)

Final Outcome for Kuih Lapis
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Milk Peda

Grayscale


Base Coloured (Screenshot, no materials/lighting/etc)

Final Outcome for Milk Peda
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Ang Ku Kueh

Grayscale

Final Outcome for Ang Ku Kueh
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Pulut Tai Tai

Grayscale

Final Outcome for Pulut Tai Tai
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Kuih Kesari

Grayscale

Final Outcome for Kuih Kesari
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Kuih Lompang

Grayscale

Final Outcome for Kuih Lompang
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Heepan

Grayscale

Final Outcome for Heepan
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Onde-Onde

Grayscale

Final Outcome for Onde-Onde
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Pulut Inti

Grayscale

Final Outcome for Pulut Inti
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Bingka Ubi

Grayscale

Final Outcome for Bingka Ubi
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose


Kuih Seri Muka

Grayscale

Final Outcome for Kuih Seri Muka
(Colour Graded)

3D Turnaround

Final 3D Pose



Character Sheet



Branding & Packaging

Branding colours inspired by batik style


Logo inspiration

I wanted more of a toy factory in the Victorian England time period feel than the typical minimalistic logos.

Logo making

RASA logo Vectorised & coloured


Box Packaging draft


Box Packaging Final


3D Mockup for Box


Box Mockup

Washi tape mockup

Washi tape mockup 2

Lanyard mockup 1

Lanyard mockup 2

Lanyard mockup 3

Branding (3D VER)

Branding (2D Ver)


Exhibition Pictures!!
18/1/2025 - 19/1/2025 @ Lalaport BBCC

Foamboard displays

3D Figurines

Merch

Merch & packaging



Additional Links

FYP Timeline (Google Sheets): LINK

For a look at our raw & full progress, you can access our MIRO board: LINK



2 || Submission


RASA Final Presentation Slides




3 || Reflection

rip my back broke my shoulder hurts my neck broke my head hurts 

On a serious note, I wished I could've partook more in the character concept art however this is a group project so we had to make use of our strengths and in this case, I had to focus more on 3D than 2D. 

As 3D works, there are many un-saved crashes i have encountered, so I do not thank that lol, but it taught to to save my work like 10k times in a span of like 10 hours of work per model, yay! will be extra helpful to have this habit in the future.

This project would've never been possible without my partner's efforts (and also without my back giving out on me). It has been a wild ride to rush all of this in just 1 semester, but I'm happy with how it turned out.

It has been a pleasure working with you Jia Hui!

Special thanks to our lecturers Ms Anis and Mr Kannan for giving us feedback throughout the semester and giving us advice as well. :) 













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