Is there room for shadow puppets among the younger generation, in the midst of modern pop culture? Daud is an illustrator, educator, and the creator “aniwayang”—an innovative combination of animation and shadow puppets, which resurrects local Indonesian folklore through adorable characters Cila, Cili, and Cilo. Inspired by his childhood immersed in shadow puppets performance, along with his professional experience in the world of children and animation, Daud created a new medium that bridges cultural heritage with the imagination of the younger generation.Through the “Desa Timun” folklore, he revives the shadow puppets tradition with a closer approach to children: relatable stories, unforgettable characters, and adorable visuals. From local stages to 12 countries, aniwayang serves as a bridge between tradition and the future. He believes that preserving culture does not always have to be rigid—sometimes, a little touch of adorable visuals can nurture a new fondness for ancestral heritage. Akulturasi antara teknologi dengan unsur seni budaya Indonesia menjadi hal yang sangat unik, dan Aniwayang Studio berhasil melakukannya dengan menciptakan studio animasi wayang pertama di dunia. Daud Nugraha, pencipta sekaligus sutradara dari karya film pendek berjudul “Desa Timun” sukses mendapatkan banyak penghargaan. — Acculturation between technology and Indonesian arts and culture introduces a truly unique concept, exemplified by Aniwayang Studio, the world’s first animated wayang studio. Daud Nugraha, the creator and director of the acclaimed short film entitled “Desa Timun” has received numerous awards for his work. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx