Master of Design 2025

Graduating Mid-Year Showcase

Shanhua (Shauna) Yang

Hi, This is Shauna. As a multimedia designer and 3D animator, I'm genuinely enthusiastic about storytelling through captivating visuals. By merging graphic design, motion design, and 3D animation, I love bringing abstract ideas to life in ways that resonate emotionally. Each project is an opportunity for me to infuse creativity, care, and innovation.

Feel free to check out my portfolio platforms and scroll down to explore my MDes works!
www.behance.net/shanhuayang
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aShanhua (Shauna) Yang, 'Actions for Antarctica | SAEF'

This collaborative project with SAEF tells the story of an Adélie penguin that once lived in a pristine Antarctic environment. As urban development, pollution, and overconsumption escalate, they drive environmental degradation and rising temperatures. The penguin’s habitat becomes increasingly uninhabitable. Struggling to survive, it dives into an ocean now filled with waste, unable to find food. This narrative reveals the urgent impact of human activity on fragile ecosystems and calls for greater environmental awareness and action.

Shanhua (Shauna) Yang, 'Voyage Through Time: A Journey Across The Water'

This animation highlights the evolution of water transportation, from early rafts to iconic vessels like the Titanic and modern speedboats. With bold geometric graphics and After Effects camera movements, it immerses viewers in each era while showcasing significant changes in design and function. The project celebrates how technology and human ambition have shaped maritime travel throughout history.

Shanhua (Shauna) Yang, 'P.D. James, The Children Of Men | Kinetictype'

“We can experience nothing but the present moment... and to understand this is as close as we can get to eternal life.” —P.D. James, The Children of Men.
This kinetic typography piece uses the Polaroid camera as a metaphor for capturing fleeting moments—joyful, frustrating, or everyday. Each frame emphasises the value of presence and memory. By freezing time, it reminds us to cherish the now and fully experience each moment. In doing so, we begin to truly live and connect more deeply with ourselves.

Shanhua (Shauna) Yang, 'Sustainable Eating | TV Sequence'

This documentary sequence explores sustainable eating through responsible pig farming and mindful food choices. It highlights ethical animal care, local sourcing, and balanced diets, emphasising their positive impact on environmental health. The visuals are designed in a paper-tearing and paper-cutting style, adding a tactile, handmade warmth to the narrative. The project aims to inspire conscious consumption and foster a deeper appreciation for the connection between farming, food, and our shared future.

Shanhua (Shauna) Yang, 'FlavorBurst: Sustainable Fresh, Nature Clean.'

This advertisement features hand-drawn textures and soft, muted colours to reflect Flavorburst's commitment to sustainability and natural living. The design conveys simplicity and care, aligning with eco-friendly values. Showcasing the elegant Toothpaths packaging and a charming gift box, the presentation is perfect for thoughtful gifting to family and friends. It aims to inspire mindful choices and highlight the joy of giving with purpose, where sustainability meets beauty in everyday products.