Topeng Malangan Wall Art Design: A Practice-Based Research for Cultural Souvenir Development

Abstract

This study aims to explore and analyze the creative process of designing wall art featuring Topeng Malangan as a form of cultural representation and to examine its potential as a cultural souvenir supporting local tourism development in Malang, Indonesia. Using a Practice-Based Research (PBR) approach, the study involved observation and visual documentation, concept development and sketching, digital line art creation, basic coloring, digital finishing, printing, and framing. The findings demonstrate that integrating cultural observation with reflective creative practice produces a culturally accurate and aesthetically appealing artefact suitable for tourism markets. The research contributes knowledge to cultural-based design practice and offers recommendations for designers, researchers, and tourism stakeholders.