In Memorial and Serenity: Introducing VR Grave Mourning in the Chapel of St. Michael in Macao

Resource type
Authors/contributors
Title
In Memorial and Serenity: Introducing VR Grave Mourning in the Chapel of St. Michael in Macao
Abstract
Macao inhabit a population of 683,100. The birth rate has been dropping while the death rate has risen compared to two years ago. Cemeteries are becoming crowded, and burial spots are demanding. In this case, video calls and social media can be the solution. How about our beloved ancestors? Can we video call them on their memorial days? This paper presents a VR experience of immersing oneself in the 3D VR of the Chapel of St. Michael of Macao to create a peaceful atmosphere for grave mourning. The chapel is also a personal space where we can be truly isolated in serenity. It is a retreat to pray, disconnect, and reconnect to the beloved deaths that may not be buried in an easily accessible location. The authors propose a possible future of mourning our loved ones through virtual reality and telepresence: an immersive experience connected with Macao's extraordinary and cultural unicity.
Publication
International Journal of Creative Interfaces and Computer Graphics
Volume
13
Issue
1
Pages
1-17
Date
2022-1-1
Language
ng
DOI
10.4018/IJCICG.308300
ISSN
1947-3117, 1947-3125
Short Title
In Memorial and Serenity
Accessed
11/9/22, 5:55 AM
Library Catalog
DOI.org (Crossref)
Citation
Olga Ng Ka Man, S., & Caires, C. S. (2022). In Memorial and Serenity: Introducing VR Grave Mourning in the Chapel of St. Michael in Macao. International Journal of Creative Interfaces and Computer Graphics, 13(1), 1–17. https://doi.org/10.4018/IJCICG.308300