Introduction of the Respondent─

Ms. Tze, Li-Lan

Name─ Tze, Li-Lan
Constellation─CANCER
Education─  Department of Fine Arts, Taiwan Normal University
Experience─  Art teacher of Li-De Elementary School, Art Ambassador of Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts, Art teacher of Kaohsiung Senior High School
Specialty─  Oil painting, art appreciation
Motto─  Be yourself, let your imagination flow and color one’s life!

    Design of Questionnaire

        Rapid Transit is a high tech transportation. For people design the structure of the system, it is important to plan and work on the schedule to finish the work. Proper design and policy are important, but to beautify KMRT is essential as well. It is quite important to consult art experts to improve the artistic look of the system. The person we interviewed was a art teacher who we believe could provide professional recommendations.

    Topic 1─Perfect unity of two different
fields.

1.      Can the construction of KMRT integrate with art? How?

      It is possible to create an artistic atmosphere by applying graphic, three-dimensional model, widow design, landscape and high tech visual and audio effect, TV screen walls, broadcasting LED, computer graphics, etc.

Conclusion Overall, there are traditional and high tech model. The first one use print media to show, or art works may be applied. For the high tech model, we have more choices to express the value of art.

    Topic 2 ─Artistic performance before the construction completed

2.      How do we make the construction site more artistic?

      The painting or photos shown on canvas create an artistic image. The lighting adds visual effect at night.

ConclusionThere are some art work shown on the a signboard and railings of the site. “Underground” by Jimmy was adopted early to express the beauty of the city. Recently there are photos and 3D model to show the future look, and moreover to inform the public.

    Topic 3─the Image of Rapid Transit

3. If you could decide the visual delivery or CIS , what would you do?

        Ask for works on the Internet.  Choose the best art works and used them at different stations to decorate.

ConclusionEach station has its own features. The company had different plans for different stations. However, unity should be taken into consideration to highlight the system.

    Topic 4─The art value of public transportation

4. What do you think makes KMRT different form other transportation?       

        Rapid Transit is modern and convenient. Passengers feel happy taking the transit. There is a positive side of choosing it.

ConclusionRapid Transit is very unique. It is convenient and smart. People feel safe and will enjoy the art value.

    Topic 5─Fusion of different cultures

5. Do you think it is possible for KMRT fast and artistic?

Yes, it is possible. The short distance Rapid Transit brings people to, day after day, it may promote our reception of art and esthetics.

ConclusionKMRT brings people closer. When passengers take Rapid Transit, they have time to enjoy the art works around it everyday.

    Topic 6─Beauty of KMRT and the City

6. If you were the architect for the KMRT stations, how would you show the beauty of the city?

Lights, multi-layer water wall, the Love River, the Harbor, etc may be used to show the beauty of the city.

     ConclusionKaohsiung is a city surrounded by the ocean. The stations should accentuate the special features of the city. High technology and multi-media can be used to illustrate the different sides of the city.