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Cassie Hester is an Associate Professor of Graphic Design at the University of Mississippi State, affiliated with the Department of Art within the College of Architecture, Art, and Historic Preservation. She holds a BFA from the University of Georgia (2008) and an MFA from Virginia Commonwealth University (2012). Her work focuses on experimental typography, material studies, and installations that explore the intersection of physical form and communication.
Education:
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Art, University of Georgia, 2008
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Design/Visual Communications, Virginia Commonwealth University, 2012
Research Interests:
Hester’s practice emphasizes typographic experimentation through unconventional materials (e.g., bronze, concrete, light, and organic substances). Her work often involves physical manipulation of letterforms to create installations that engage audiences through tactile interaction or environmental context. Key themes include:
- Material transformation of text
- Ephemeral and interactive design
- Public space interventions
- Sculptural typography
Lab/Collaborations:
She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and has affiliations with research centers like the Fred Carl, Jr. Small Town Center and the Gulf Coast Community Design Studio.
