Yeohyun Ahn

Introduction for Creative Graphics at the ISEA2025
Graphic design has a history that spans over 15,000 years. It started with cave paintings and progressed through the Gutenberg printing press and the Industrial Revolution. The 20th century brought digital art and new media. Graphic design is crucial in improving visual communication on various platforms. The theme, "동동 (憧憧, Dong-Dong)," highlights the importance of human emotions in building strong community connections. The exhibition showcases innovative and experiential graphic works that reflect the theme using creative coding, artificial intelligence, digital fabrication, and extended realities. It aims to foster a trustworthy global unity enriched by creative graphic design for digital art.

Directed by the Conference General Chair: Soh Yeong Noh
Guest Curator: Yeohyun Ahn

Participating Artists
Yeohyun Ahn: http://www.yeohyunahn.com/
Peter Cho: https://pcho.net/
Bob Faust: https://www.bobfaust.com/
Renata Janiszewska: https://www.renatajaniszewska.com/
Taekyeom Lee: https://portfolio.taekyeom.com/
Zach Lieberman: http://zach.li/
Omid Nemalhabi: https://omidnemalhabib.com/

Curatorial statement for Creative Graphics at the ISEA2025.
By Yeohyun Ahn
The history of graphic design spans over 15,000 years, beginning with cave paintings and the symbols used by ancient civilizations for communication. These visual forms enabled individuals to express emotions, convey thoughts, and tell stories. A significant advancement occurred in the 15th century with the invention of the Gutenberg printing press, which revolutionized book production and imagery, laying the groundwork for modern Western graphic design. As the late 19th century approached, early modern graphic design in the West began to take shape, setting the stage for significant advancements in the 20th century. The 1960s saw the rise of digital art, while the 1980s introduced new media and electronic art, allowing creators to explore innovative techniques beyond traditional methods. Today, graphic design is crucial in digital and print media, enhancing visuals to create impactful experiences. It encompasses illustrations, photographs, commercial designs, and animations, effectively communicating messages and connecting with audiences. The conference titled "동동 (憧憧, Dong-Dong): Creators' Universe" draws inspiration from the "Classic of Changes," an ancient Chinese text on divination and wisdom. This theme intricately weaves together concepts of conflict and division while promoting unity. It highlights the importance of human emotional experiences and connections in fostering strong communal and global bonds. The accompanying exhibition explores the intersection of graphic design and digital art, focusing on the conference theme "동동 (憧憧)." It showcases innovative works and ideas that embody this theme, emphasizing the dynamic nature of graphic design and its evolving role in the digital age. The exhibition features distinguished graphic artists and designers who are at the forefront of developing experiential and exploratory graphic narratives that integrate creative coding, artificial intelligence, digital fabrication, and extended realities. The show aims to illustrate
an exciting future, fostering a trustworthy global community enriched by creative graphic design in electronic art.

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