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Xin (Cecilia) Yue
With the rapid advancement of technology today, the virtual world is gradually merging with the real world. This integration not only changes the way we interact with the world but also provides a new creative platform and opportunities for graphic designers. This thesis aims to explore the impact and insights of this relationship on the field of graphic design by delving into the combination of conceptual and realistic design. I use graphic design techniques to explore the boundaries between the virtual and the real, including comparing interactions between virtual and real characters, analyzing the differences between AI-generated graphics, and manually created ones.
Combining the conceptual with the realistic is a challenging and creative approach. The challenge of conceptual design is to translate abstract ideas into forms that viewers can understand and resonate with. Meanwhile, the challenge of realistic design is how to meet practical needs while maintaining creative and aesthetic integrity. By combining elements of the conceptual and the real, designers can create work that has depth and utility, thus achieving the dual goals of fascination and practical application. Through the research in this thesis, I reveal the deep connection between concepts and the real world, explore their manifestations and creative expressions in graphic design, and their impact on human perception and cultural ideas. I combine conceptual elements with realistic physical representations to improve the ability to transform virtual concepts into real forms, create works that are both creative and practical, and explore their potential and possibilities for future development.
Candy wrapper redesign, 1½ × 3½ in.
Poster design, 40 × 60 in.