New media applying in art therapy.
This is a project studying how to apply digital media in art therapy. CollArt is designed for communication difficulties and anxiety of speaking. New technology brings more possibility in art therapy. Moveable device brings therapists an option to practice therapy and brings interaction experience that is different from traditional tools. It creates an interaction experience. CollArt is an app like a toolbox in drawing so that users can choose different way to visualize their thought. Through group work practice, user can give meaning, reinterpret their expression, and develop social ability. In the app, users can draw on one virtual canvas simultaneously to interact with each other. With the help of new media, a more close attachment between users can be established regardless of the limit of time and space.
