Date of Award
8-23-2024
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Department
Illustration
Advisor(s)
Francis Cammuso
Subject Categories
Arts and Humanities | Fine Arts
Abstract
This thesis explores an innovative approach to communicating and revitalizing traditional Chinese stories through the art of character design applied to artifacts in the British Museum. The author is a commercial illustrator inspired by traditional Chinese culture and dedicated to communicating the beauty and richness of it to a global audience. This study aims to breathe new life into cultural artifacts by combining visual art and character design to transform Chinese artifacts into vivid characters. The thesis discusses the unlimited potential of character design for cultural communication and heritage preservation and how this approach can increase the visibility and impact of artifacts in the international community. After an in-depth analysis of four critical artifacts' historical and cultural context, the author created characters that embodied these artifacts and imagined them telling their historical stories. The research results reflect the author's exploration of her artistic practice and contribution to preserving and promoting China's cultural heritage. Through art, the author hopes to give voice to the silent parts of history, revitalize ancient cultural heritage in contemporary times, and foster understanding and respect between different civilizations.
Access
Open Access
Recommended Citation
Tang, Fan, "CULTURAL REBIRTH: The Application of Character Design in the Promotion of Chinese Cultural Heritage" (2024). Theses - ALL. 894.
https://surface.syr.edu/thesis/894
