In “DamDam Storytime: Burung (Bird),” the creative inception of DamDam’s comic strip 'Burung' is showcased, artfully juxtaposing Vancouver’s seagulls with Singapore’s koels. His unique brand of humor demonstrates how everyday sightings can spark a whirlwind of imaginative storytelling. 'Burung' becomes a delightful fusion of reality and fiction, animated by DamDam’s vibrant storytelling."
This comic not only entertains but also exemplifies digital storytelling, with its visual narratives that creatively bridge distances and connect communities across continents. DamDam’s artistry showcases cultural resilience, transforming simple observations into symbols of shared experiences. 'Burung' celebrates the universality of humor as a cultural thread, interlacing the rich mosaic of global community life.
Re-storying Community: Arts-based Digital Storytelling for Community Inquiry
This research seeks to explore the role of community as a space of knowledge production and how youth help create this space as an integral part of global post-pandemic recovery.
In DamDam Storytime: Burung (Bird), DamDam shares the origins of his comic strip idea entitled 'Burung', meaning Bird in Malay. With his trademark humour, DamDam amusingly draws parallels between the ‘seagulls’ of Vancouver and the Asian ‘koels’ of Singapore. Through his witty comparisons, DamDam offers a unique and hilarious perspective that sheds light on how simple observations can spark imaginative narratives, making 'Burung' a delightful fusion of real-life inspiration and storytelling.
Produced by: Adam Mohamed
Principal Investigator: Dr. Ching-Chiu Lin
Supported by: Simon Fraser University
This video series is based on research supported by the Government of Canada's New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF).
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