PROFILE

My name is Jing Gao, and I am a Communication Design student at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. I focus on developing communication strategies that combine visual systems and storytelling to connect people and ideas across cultures. I strive to design with clarity, empathy, and intention—creating meaningful experiences that bridge design thinking with everyday life. Outside of design, I enjoy fishing, hiking, and photographing tranquil natural scenes that often inspire my creative perspective.

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04  Break Mask — AR Poster

Keywords:

Poster Design, AR Experience, Mixed Media

Channels:

Print, Augmented Reality, Motion (via QR code)


Decrisption

This project started from the idea of masks—how people often hide behind them, and what it means to break free. I designed a poster that shows two theatrical masks breaking apart under pressure, with gears in the background symbolizing the forces of society. The cracks on the masks create a sense of tension, while the phrase “BREAK MASK, BE YOURSELF” gives the message directly. What makes this poster special is the AR element. By scanning the QR code, the design comes alive as a motion piece, letting the viewer experience the concept in another layer. It was a challenge to combine static print with digital media, but I wanted to show how design can cross between physical and virtual space. For me, the project was not just about making an image—it was about expressing something personal. I kept adjusting the visuals, trying to find a balance between metaphor and clarity. In the end, it feels true to what I wanted to say: the courage to break the mask and be yourself.