A River Older Than the Mountains is an educational installation developed for Te Manawa Museum. It brings ecological history to life through an interactive simulation, exploring water systems and biodiversity in Manawatū, dating back 900,000 years.
It invites children aged 8–12 to interact with the environment and discover how it changes over time. The aim is to teach kids about their local environment. and to help them build stronger connections with the natural world.
As part of the project, I developed the visual style, UI assets, sprites, and animations using Photoshop and After Effects, to create an immersive experience through playful illustrations and engaging design.
