Studio Mirror for Jaipong Dance Course "Banyu"
Jaipong community had its peak in the '80s in Bandung, with honourable names bringing Jaipong culture from Karawang. Due to the fast-paced and modern globalisation, Jaipong and other Sundanese culture communities went down in number. These communities also face deficit in budget to keep the business going.
Mrs. Rini has been teaching Jaipong to young girls for years, going from places to places. She gives opportunities to young girls in Bandung by collaborating with primary schools and setting a home studio. "Banyu" also gives her a space to teach in Warung Bambu, Ciburial.
The main and most impactful problem that Mrs Rini's class face is the lack of synchronization and awareness of one's movement and gesture. Mrs Rini has to control fifteen girls by herself while doing the dance routine.
Among all alternatives that I created, portable studio mirror is the most feasible one. This mirror set can be stacked on a motorcycle that Mrs Rini's husband drives. There are safety locks between the mirrors to keep them straight and standing still.
Other alternatives that I mentioned:
1. Seating with shoe rack 2. Seating that allows interactions 3. Seating that allows shorter sit-to-stand steps 4. Studio mirrors (chosen)
