Cornelia Mengdi Wang — MFA 2024 Exhibition

Cornelia Mengdi Wang ALCHEMY

In the realm of visual communication, the act of creation is not merely a process but an alchemical transformation where ideas, technologies, and mediums converge to birth new realities. My thesis, an exploration at the crossroads of graphic design and digital alchemy, delves into the experimental and interdisciplinary nature of contemporary visual arts. By weaving together the threads of 3D modeling, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR), traditional graphic design, motion graphics, comics, and illustration, my work seeks to transcend conventional boundaries and venture into uncharted territories of expression and perception.

This journey is guided by the principles of alchemy—not in the ancient pursuit of turning base metals into gold, but in the modern quest to blend diverse elements of design and technology to create works that are greater than the sum of their parts. Each project is an experiment, a playful yet serious attempt to discover novel combinations and interactions that resonate with both the creator and the audience. Through this process, I aim to not only expand the limits of what is visually and experientially possible but also to redefine the role of the designer as a digital alchemist who harnesses the transformative power of art and technology.

In this ever-evolving digital landscape, my work stands as a testament to the potential of interdisciplinary experimentation. It is a call to embrace the unknown, to revel in the process of creative exploration, and to recognize the magic that lies at the intersection of different artistic disciplines. By charting this unexplored territory, my thesis contributes to the broader dialogue on the future of graphic design and opens up new possibilities for what it means to create in the digital age.