Hey there,
Have you ever come across a book or a story that leaves you in awe and wonder? Well, that’s exactly what happened to me when I stumbled upon “The Circular Ruins” by Jorge Luis Borges – a masterpiece of surrealism or magic surrealism, which, in my opinion, is underrated.
As an Art student, I was so fascinated by this story that I decided to make it my final project this term. I built a Visual Novel for it with artworks inspired by Tarot cards and Medieval illustrations. Although it’s my first-time coding , I tried my best to make it simple and easy to navigate. All you need to do is click and go through the game.
While reading the original story, I couldn’t help but feel chills down my spine. So, in my game, I expanded on it and created 5 different endings, each with a symbol and a deeper meaning behind it. It was a challenging yet exciting project, and I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished.
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the beauty and power of Surrealism. Who are we, really? What is our purpose? These are the questions that I hope my project will inspire you to ponder upon.
Cheers,
Twee (Thuy) Mac
Thuy Mac (twee) is a Vietnamese female student with a human-centered approach to painting whose work are usually full of bold colours and symbolic details. Her works often feature bright colors, intricate details, and they draw inspiration from a range of sources, including nature, mythology, and contemporary culture.