Born in Taipei, graduated from the National College of Arts (now the National Taiwan University of Arts) Western Painting Department. Enlightened by his mentor Li Shih-chiao and studied under the guidance of professors Hung Jui-lin and Chen Ching-jung. After graduation, Chang taught as an instructor; he also held numerous exhibitions, individually and jointly. He fully translates human figures and still objects onto flat surfaces by using a limited number colors and elements to form bold yet delicate visual effects.