Wang I-hsuan Cindy

Biography

Prof Cindy Wang is currently in the School of Art, Design and Media; she joined as an Assistant Professor of Visual Communication in 2007. Cindy holds a BFA from the School of Visual Art and a MA in New York University (NYU), Dept. of Graphic Communication Management & Technology. Cindy’s research focuses on use various principles and elements of graphic design, and combining with modern printing techniques to enhance visual communications. One of the key findings of her research was how to use illusions to further stimulate the visual expression of an artwork. The research revolves around the utilization of illusions and modern printing technologies to create new, innovative and unique illustration of visual presentation. On the other hand, Cindy also research on type forms that combines elements of Asia and Western typography is innovative from as Asian perspective and meaningful as bridge between East and West. This fusion typography is gathering tremendous interest across the globe and her work in this area establishes her as a pioneer in this exciting new area of design research. She has been successful in securing research grants to support her work. Cindy’s reputation is more and more well known on both international and national level. She has been prolific in publishing five books on her research themes, won numerous international awards and with numerous of exhibitions locally and internationally. All these awards are only honored to highly talented designer from Hong Kong, New York, and Germany. This explains that Cindy’s creativity, talents, and ability are recognized throughout the continents of Asia, North America, and Europe.

Research Interest

Use various principles and elements of graphic design, and combining with modern printing techniques to enhance visual communications.