My graduation exhibition is a combination of my research and exploration into the intersection of traditional Chinese culture and modern design, specifically centered around Sichuan Opera face painting. In today's society, the waning enthusiasm among young people for Sichuan Opera, a historically ubiquitous story-telling form that has passed parables down generation to generation, underscores the need to cherish and promote this important traditional culture and preserve its rich heritage. Through this thesis work, comprising 16 face paintings and AR masks which are mainly created using digital tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe illustrator and Meta Spark Studio, I aim to engage young audiences and rekindle their interest and appreciation for traditional art. The exhibition space consists of several parts, starting with the title on the left and a basic introduction to the content of the exhibition. On the right side is a display screen that shows the AR faces that were created. To the right of the display is a poster noting the historical background of Sichuan opera and what the different colored faces represent. On the far right of the gallery are sixteen face paintings. Also, in addition to these flat elements, I hung five faces printed on transparent paper above these works from the gallery ceiling which sizes in 44*44 and 36*36. By hanging them in a staggered manner, and through the rendering effect of light and shadow, the audience can be more immersed in them. The AR masks add an interactive element, viewers can walk up to the screen, wear the virtual mask, and see how the mask combines with their own face in interesting ways. Sichuan Opera, also known as Chuanju( 川剧 ), is a traditional Chinese opera originating from the Sichuan province of China. It is renowned for its unique singing, face-changing performances, elaborate costumes, and acrobatic skills. Sichuan Opera combines elements of drama, music, dance, and martial arts to create captivating performances that showcase Chinese cultural heritage. The traditional face paintings capture the rich cultural heritage of Sichuan Opera, with intricate patterns and vibrant colors symbolizing age-old storytelling and dramatic performances, dating back 300 years. In contrast, the modern face paintings reinterpret these motifs with a contemporary flair, incorporating elements of digital art and urban aesthetics. Also, different mask colors have different meanings: Red means valiant and righteous; yellow means bravery and brutality; white means treacherous and scheming; blue means unwavering and courageous; Black means honest and incorruptible; Green means reckless; Blue-green means monsters and demons. The exhibition is designed that through this modernized way of designing masks, young people in Sichuan province can spend more time learning more about Sichuan traditional opera and culture.Also, It is hoped to engage a diverse audience, including art enthusiasts, cultural scholars, and young people curious about traditional Chinese art. By showcasing both the traditional and modern aspects of this art form, the exhibition encourages dialogue and reflection on the evolving nature of cultural identity and artistic expression. Website: https://www.behance.net/luojunlanInstagram: @jluoart Tags MCAD MFA MFA MFA Thesis 2024