De la narrativa oral al diseño digital: Adaptación de tres seres mitológicos representativos de la costa, sierra y oriente ecuatoriano a través del modelado 3D

Abstract

This degree work is based on the rescue and revaluation of mythological creatures of Ecuador through design and 3D modeling, in order to awaken the interest of young people and strengthen their cultural identity. From a vision that combines popular narrative with digital technology and art, three mythological characters were selected to represent the different regions of the country: the goddess Umiña, the Carbunco and the demon Iwia, in order to elaborate them through illustration techniques and three-dimensional modeling to create an interactive children's story with 3D creatures that can be viewed from mobile devices using QR codes. The project bases its implementation on the philosophy of design and popular mythology narrative to generate a visual and contemporary narrative combination that facilitates dissemination among young audiences and allows providing these contents in a much more dynamic, educational and inclusive way. The conclusions of the study highlight the effectiveness of multimedia design as a tool to revitalize Ecuador's intangible heritage. Although only three creatures were addressed, the methodological and creative approach opens the door to future broader research that includes more characters and interactive resources. Finally, it is proposed to continue developing similar projects that integrate community participation and evaluate the real impact on the cultural perception of users.