As digital technologies continue to advance rapidly, the preservation of cultural heritage is transitioning from traditional physical conservation toward a new phase of digital archiving and adaptive reuse. MXBON®, a brand of Cartell Chemical, has long been committed to the cross-disciplinary integration of material science, cultural preservation, and creative education, continuously advancing cultural sustainability and educational support as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
Coinciding with Labor Day on May 1, MXBON® was invited by professional model-making instructor Yen-Ting Chen (Teacher “Chucky”) to participate in the “3D Scanning Cultural Heritage Model Painting Workshop”, organized by the Bureau of Cultural Heritage, Ministry of Culture, in Tainan. Through sponsorship of adhesive materials and collaborative engagement in the program, MXBON® actively contributed to promoting cultural heritage preservation and creative education, supporting the sustainable development of digital cultural assets.
From Point Clouds to Preservation: Reconstructing Cultural Heritage Through Digital Technology
This creative workshop originates from the exhibition series “By Points. Through Space. Into Preservation,” curated by the Bureau of Cultural Heritage, Ministry of Culture. Centered on point cloud–based 3D scanning technology, the exhibition presents the complete workflow of cultural heritage digitization—from laser scanning and data acquisition to high-precision modeling. Through interactive displays, it demonstrates how digital data plays a critical role in the restoration, conservation, and reinterpretation of cultural artifacts.
The exhibition further explores the underlying logic of digital modeling, workflows for heritage scanning and documentation, and spatial coordinate transformation mechanisms that bridge virtual and physical environments. It also extends into contemporary strategies and application values for cultural heritage preservation.
Since 2013, the Bureau of Cultural Heritage has completed 3D scanning of 71 nationally designated historic sites, accumulating over 320 million point cloud data records. These efforts have progressively established a comprehensive digital coordinate system for Taiwan’s cultural assets, enabling long-term preservation and continuous reuse of cultural heritage.
3D Digital Imaging Exhibition of 3D Scanning Technology
Advanced Creative Workshop: From Digital Understanding to Personal Creative Practice
Building upon the exhibition’s core concept, this advanced workshop was specially designed to meet participants’ expectations for greater creative freedom and deeper learning. Framed as a “creative workshop for grown-ups,” the program guided participants from understanding 3D scanning outputs to hands-on processes including model refinement, painting, and scene construction—ultimately leading to the creation of culturally inspired works with distinct personal expression.
The creative theme centered on Wentai Pagoda, a nationally designated historic site in Kinmen. As a representative cultural landmark, it not only embodies regional historical memory but also features well-defined architectural characteristics, making it an ideal subject for both digital scanning and physical model-making. Through a comprehensive creative process, participants reinterpreted cultural heritage and presented their works within the exhibition, forming a complete cycle of cultural understanding × creative transformation × public presentation.
Interdisciplinary Teaching Integration: Building a Learning Chain Across Culture, Technology, and Creative Practice
This program integrates three key domains—cultural research, 3D scanning technology, and model-making artistry—through cross-disciplinary collaboration among expert instructors. Together, they establish a structured learning framework that progresses from cultural interpretation → digital translation → creative realization, enabling participants to connect knowledge with hands-on application systematically.
The program began with Chun-Yu Chen, a researcher at the Bureau of Cultural Heritage, who provided an in-depth analysis of the historical context and cultural significance of Wentai Pagoda, establishing a strong foundation in cultural understanding. This was followed by Kuo-Hsuan Huang, a 3D scanning technology consultant, who introduced the practical workflow and application logic of digital modeling. Finally, Yen-Ting Chen (Teacher “Chucky”), a professional model-making instructor, led the advanced hands-on sessions, covering model processing, painting techniques, and scene construction, transforming digital outputs into narrative-driven miniature scenes. Through this structured learning process, participants not only acquired technical skills and craftsmanship but also internalized cultural meaning through creative practice, enhancing their ability to reinterpret cultural heritage.
Material Technology Support: Enhancing Structural Stability and Creative Freedom
In this workshop, MXBON® provided gel-type cyanoacrylate adhesive as the primary bonding material to support multi-material integration and scene construction requirements. Compared to conventional liquid adhesives, the gel formulation offers rapid positioning, excellent gap-filling capability, and stable curing performance. These characteristics make it particularly suitable for fine assembly involving composite materials and vertical surfaces, ensuring greater precision and reliability in the creative process.
During the hands-on process, participants were required to integrate a variety of materials, including 3D-printed ABS components, wooden structures, foam terrain bases, and artificial grass, while addressing the challenges of bonding dissimilar materials. Through appropriate adhesive techniques and material selection, they were able not only to ensure structural stability, but also to enhance workflow efficiency and fine-detail execution—allowing their miniature scenes to accurately realize their design concepts. The introduction of advanced material solutions elevated the creative process beyond pure aesthetics, embedding engineering reliability into each work and serving as a critical bridge between design and practical implementation.
Advancing Cultural Sustainability Through an Innovative Educational Model
This initiative demonstrates an innovative approach to cultural heritage promotion by integrating digital preservation, creative education, and material technology into a cohesive framework for cultural sustainability. 3D scanning technology provides high-precision digital data, ensuring the long-term preservation of cultural assets. Creative education encourages hands-on participation, enabling the public to actively engage in cultural reinterpretation and expression. Meanwhile, material technology plays a critical supporting role, ensuring stability and feasibility throughout the transformation from concept to physical realization.
Through the interaction of these three dimensions, the program not only extends the historical value of cultural heritage but also expands its modes of participation and application within contemporary society. MXBON® believes that materials science is not only the foundation of industrial applications but also a vital medium for carrying cultural memory and enabling creative development.
Through sustained investment in cultural education and creative initiatives, we are committed to advancing the continuity and revitalization of cultural heritage in the digital era. Looking ahead, MXBON® will continue to serve as a bridge through material technology, connecting technology and culture, and expanding new possibilities for cross-disciplinary innovation.
Exhibition & Event Information
- Exhibition Title |“By Points. Through Space. Into Preservation.”3D Digital Cultural Heritage Exhibition
- Exhibition Period | Now until November 1, 2026
- Opening Hours | Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00 – 17:00
- Closed Days | Mondays (open on national holidays; closed the following day after consecutive holidays), Lunar New Year’s Eve and the first day of Lunar New Year, and other dates as officially announced by the venue
- Venue | 1F, Cultural Heritage Preservation Research Center, Bureau of Cultural Heritage, Ministry of Culture (No. 1-1, Zhongzheng Rd., West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan)
- Official Website | https://www.boch.gov.tw
- Facebook Page | https://www.facebook.com/moc.boch
