Journal of Fine and Applied Arts Khon Kaen University

The Study of Villagers’ Way of Life in Mural Paintings in Mahasarakham Province

2022-12-06T10:57:18+07:00

This article is a part of a doctoral dissertation on the semiological meaning of villagers’ ways of life in mural paintings in Mahasarakham Province. It aimed at studying the background of how the murals were painted and aimed at categorizing the murals relating to way of life from the murals in Mahasarakham Province. Three temples aged more than one hundred years old used in this study were Potharam, Reirai and Banyang Temples.

Data were studied and collected through related documents and field trip. The research tools used in the field trip were survey, observation, interview and focus group discussion by ten representatives from local people and three experts. One hundred and eighty-eight murals were selected by using structural – functional theory to differentiate and group them.

The results revealed that the murals were painted during 1907-1922. They were divided into three groups: family's way of life, community way of life and physical environment pictures which reflected community way of life as a record of the community’s history. The murals also revealed the value of arts, cultures, society, economy and hidden beliefs. This study helped discover a way of reading pictures and a new way of interpretation which helped learn the meaning in the pictures to better the atmosphere of viewing pictures.

Language Register in The Silence

2022-10-06T17:06:07+07:00

This qualitative research employed textual analysis and in-depth interview methods along with data triangulation. The aim of this study was to analyse the language register in a film, The Silence (2019). The results revealed that the language register in this film could divided into 3 registers which were 1) sound register 2) crisis register and 3) religion register. All registers were useful in order to make characters and situations realistically, create unity and imitate code choices in human communication. Moreover, The silence was confirmed that environment and communication conditions are significant factors in terms of code choices for human beings.

Clarinet Solo Techniques for Thai Traditional Music: A Case Study Of SM1, Worawut Khamchuanchuen

2022-10-06T15:30:51+07:00

The objective of this research includes 1) studying clarinet solo techniques for Thai traditional music and 2) the differences between clarinet solo techniques for Thai traditional and western music. The research tool for gathering the data of “Clarinet Solo Techniques for Thai Traditional Music: A Case Study of SM1, Worawut Khamchuanchuen” is an interview about clarinet solo for Thai traditional music. The type of an interview used in the study is informal in-depth interview for flexibility of the answers and the comfort of an interviewee. The data is analyzed from interview sound recording.

The result of the study expresses that the techniques for both types of music are similar but they have different terms to describe them. For Thai traditional music, there are seven familiar techniques including (1) “Sador” (2) “Rabai Lom” (3) “Sabad” (4) “Aeun” (5) “Prome Niew”
(6) “Khayee” and (7) “Hon Seang”. Additionally, there are two important concepts of clarinet solo for Thai traditional music. Firstly, imitation, the process by which a melody is repeated in simultaneously sounding melodic lines so as to preserve the prototype of music. It is similar to transcribing music. And lastly, learning music pieces. The musician should learn music pieces with an expert so that the melody can be transcribed correctly. However, clarinet solo for Thai traditional music is not widely recognized in Thai society due to individuals’ personal preference in music.

Emotional Design: Direction for Application of Idea to Design of Equipment for Keeping Dining Utensils

2022-10-06T16:31:12+07:00

The objectives of this research work are 1) to design the equipment for keeping dining utensils with the application of the idea of emotional design; and 2) to evaluate the satisfaction toward the prototype of the equipment for keeping dining utensils. The tools used are 2 sets of questionnaires. The samples are 100 consumers, selected with purposive sampling technique through online system. The statistic values used for analysis are percentages, means and standard deviations, the findings from the research show the following facts. 1) The application of emotional design approach (in visceral, behavioral and reflective levels) affects the directions for designing the product (external appearance, utility, story or meanings) for the anticipation of consumers’ responses (attractiveness, convenience and image reflection or self-communication) and the implementation of mind map to develop shape and form of the equipment to form up the “Love and Care” concept, through human gestures and behaviors that show love and affection though hand holding and hugging. Afterwards, 3 styles of prototype equipment are designed. The prototypes with the highest total scores are style 2, which are appropriate in the high level (𝑥̅ = 4.24, S.D. = 0.55). 2) The outcomes from the evaluation of the samples’ satisfaction toward the designed equipment show that the overall satisfaction is in high level (𝑥̅ = 4.15, S.D. = 0.67). The satisfaction toward the category of emotion is in high level (𝑥̅ = 4.10, S.D. = 0.68). The following category is the design, with has the satisfaction in high level as well (𝑥̅ = 4.20, S.D. = 0.66). As for the category of emotion and feeling that the consumers are most satisfied with is the feeling of attractiveness since the first time the consumers see the product, with satisfaction level in high level (𝑥̅ = 4.40, S.D. = 0.60). As for the category of design, the consumers are most satisfied with uniqueness and identities that are different, with satisfaction level in high level (𝑥̅ = 4.37, S.D. = 0.63). From the results from the evaluation, the prototypes of the equipment can trigger the consumers’ feelings though seeing external shapes, which has reflected the perception in the visceral level in the efficient manner, which will further create the perception in behavioral and reflective levels in the future.

Brand and packaging of Pga K'nyau ethnic handicraft products for Pga K'nyau Ban Pa Ngio Community

2023-08-16T13:30:21+07:00

This research aims to; 1) Study and collect data of woven fabric products for Pga K'nyau Ban Pa Ngio Community 2) Develop brand and packaging for Pga K'nyau woven fabrics Ban Pa Ngio Community and 3) Evaluate satisfaction to woven fabric products packaging for Pga K'nyau Ban Pa Ngio Community. Collecting data from 3 groups; The first were 10 entrepreneurs who are members of the group is a purposive sampling that uses an in-depth interview the second group consisted of 3 design experts using a scaled questionnaire. (Rating Scale) and the third group were 90 consumers who buy ethnic Pga K'nyau weaving fabrics by simple random sampling using a questionnaire. The results showed that woven fabric products were the way of the Pga K'nyau villagers who have been taught by their ancestors. The most customers reason for purchasing are beauty, uniqueness, and practical products. The results of brand design that called Yupoh in Pga K'nyau language means Bombax ceiba Linn or Red cotton tree flowers. The result of packaging design shows that the packaging structure is made from kraft paper (KP). It is a hexagonal box with the pack product from the bottom of the box. In addition, the structure has a function that can extend the hanging ears from the box to display the product at the point of sale. The graphics on the packaging use only one color is red color comes from red cotton tree flowers which the flower of the Pa Ngio Community. The graphic pattern indicates the uniqueness of the woven fabric for Pga K'nyau. The pattern unfolded by embroidery with colorful threads and millet embroidery on a woven cloth called "Ker Pomae" means spider's teeth. The satisfaction assessment results of the target group to the brand is high level ( = 3.89, SD. = 0.88). The satisfaction to the woven fabric packaging prototype is high level ( = 4.43, SD. = 0.71).

Pattern Design for Wood Block Printing on Mangrove Bark Dyed Fabric from The Identity of Khlong Pak Pid Community, Bang Saphan District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province

2023-08-18T13:05:26+07:00

The objective of this research is to design pattern for wood block printing on mangrove bark dyed fabric from the identity of Khlong Pak Pid community, Bang Saphan District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province. The population and sample group used in this research were: 1) Five representatives Members of community enterprise groups; including religious leaders, village sage, community product producers, 2) Three experts in evaluating the feasibility of making wooden block templates; fabric pattern design instructors and the technicians in making wood-patterned fabric blocks. 3) Three experts for evaluating the evaluation of the community identity pattern design at Klong Pak Pid, Bang Saphan District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, including the owner of a clothing business and Fabric printing design instructors The research methodology consisted of an interviewing form and the evaluation forms. The statistics data for analysis of quantitative research represent mean and standard deviation.

The finding of this research can be summarized that the pattern design named “Kongkangbangbai” had the highest score with satisfaction at a good level of ( = 4.20 , S.D.= 0.54) ) which can be ranked according to the following issues: The pattern has the repetition on the fabric properly and The designed pattern can add value to the products of the Khlong Pak Pid community, had an average overall satisfaction at a good level of ( = 4.33, S.D.= 0.57) The pattern designed represents Khlong Pak Pid community identity had an average overall satisfaction at a good level of ( = 4.00, S.D.= 1.00) The pattern designed is good design and interesting had an average overall satisfaction at a good level of ( = 4.00, S.D.= 0.00)

Creativity Painting Phra Ariyabukkhon in the Dharma Mystery Picture Book

2023-10-29T10:12:49+07:00

This research is primary document research. Including the Dhamma mystery picture book, various numbers, by studying the creation of paintings of phra ariyabukkhon which uses art elements combined with symbols to convey meaning It is a reflection of aesthetics, beauty and meaning. have a purpose To study the artistic forms of the ariyabukkhon in the Mystic Dhamma picture book. and to study the modification of artistic elements of the noble monks from the Mystery Dhamma Picture Book and the Tribhumi Picture Book

The results showed that

1. The artistic form and meaning of the ariyabukkhon in the Mystic Dhamma picture book symbolic Appearing in paintings that show a steady mind is the crystal ball, which appears in every picture of a ariyabukkhon. The lotus flower represents the Buddha's wisdom. And in the document, the Mystic Dhamma picture book, ordinary people are used to show access to the Dhamma stream. while the Tribhum picture book shows a monk. or monks to attain Dhamma

2. Changing the artistic elements of the ariyabukkhon from the Mystic Dhamma picture book and the picture book. Tribhumi, influence of mysticism in Thai art. Later reflected in the early Rattanakosin period, there was writing Pictures about mysteries nearby that Buddhists can understand and follow Such as the mysteries in Thai proverbs.

Styles and Beliefs in Chinese Landscape Painting

2023-09-06T11:06:09+07:00

The study on “Styles and Beliefs in Chinese Landscape Paintings” aims to study the history of Chinese landscape paintings in Nukit Racha Boriharn Chinese Mansion, Bangkok, to study styles and beliefs in Chinese landscape paintings in Nukit Racha Boriharn Chinese Mansion, Bangkok. There are 2 types of tools used: document data collection and field data collection. Then, the data was analyzed according to the data collection, including data analysis that summarizes the data into categories to find answers according to the objectives of the research and data analysis from non-participant observations using culture diffusion theory, aesthetic theory and semiotic theory to review and verify the information to be accurate. Then, descriptive information was also presented along with visual information. According to the research results, it was found that Nukit Racha Boriharn Chinese Mansion is a Chinese architectural building located within the area of the Front Palace, (Wang Na) or the Bangkokg National Museum in Phra Nakhon District at present, built during the reign of King Pinklao Chao Yuhua, to offer to Phra Wisut Varee (Mali) when he came to stay in the royal palace. The Nukit Rajabharat Building is a one-story building made of bricks and cement. The width is 4.50 meters, the length is 7.8 meters, and the height of the spine is 4.50 meters. There is a Chinese architectural style, gable, pediment and roof ridge, painted with Pudtan flowers and Hong Fa, styled with Chinese patterns. Inside the cabin, there are mural paintings on all 3 sides, telling the story of the ancient Chinese chronicle "Hong Sin", which was written by the skill of Chinese craftsmen in the period of Krom Phra Ratchawang Bowon Wichaicha, the viceroy in the reign of King Rama V. The murals in the interior of the Chinese mansion titled "Hong Sin" are classified as Chinese mythological novels. It has been translated into Thai since the early Rattanakosin period. The "Hong Sin" painting is a large-scale painting that has been beautifully and splendidly created by a Chinese artist. Each scene, each episode has a continuous, seamless connection, reflecting the traditional Chinese arts. In the picture, there are also Chinese characters indicating the names of the protagonists, the name of the mechanical camp, the name of the cave, the name of the place, especially the name of the mountain and scenery. Overall, on each side of the mural, it was found that the composition and color of the picture were beautiful, focusing on movement and the dimensions of the image with black lines used to bold the drawing lines. Partitioning or dividing episodes to tell stories, scenes are divided by using natural scenery using steep mountain scenes, a large, twisted tree, serpentine river, and clouds that look like clusters with mass. These can, therefore, be regarded as having an important role in determining the direction, structure, boundary, and composition of the painting "Hong Sin". In addition, the "Hong Sin" painting also plays an important role as a learning center and a source of studying Chinese traditions as well as principles of morality and customs, with content that focuses on courage, sacrifice and patience, especially the honesty of the Chinese people, which have been cultivated from the principles of "Tao and Confucius" and eventually became ingrained and became an important character of the Chinese until today. In conclusion, the mural painting "Hong Sin" is a beautiful painting in accordance with the Chinese traditional painting. The painter created it for the purpose of being a picture that primarily conveys virtue, courage and sacrifice.

Typeface Design to Reflecting Corporate Identity of Poh Chang Academy of Arts, Rajamangala University of Technology Rattanakosin

2023-09-07T11:41:22+07:00

The objective of this research are to study the corporate identity, design typography of the Poh-Chang College, and assess the typography design satisfaction. The subjects consisted of 200 participants; 50 Poh-Chang internal staff members using cluster sampling; and 150 alumni and current students using accidental sampling. Moreover, there are 5 experts in Typography Design and Corporate Identity Design involved. The tools were survey questionnaires, interviews, and satisfaction assessments. Data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, and standard deviation. The research findings reveal that: 1) Poh-Chang is an educational institution in the field of arts affiliated with the Royal Institute. It emphasizes the preservation of craftsmanship, art, and design, blending Thai and international elements. The environment is contemporary, and the appearance is pleasant, conservation-oriented, and modern. 2) The typography is a Display Typefaces. The Looped modified from Thai Art were more rounded and open with the stems inspired by the administrative building architecture. The overall shape adheres to a slightly formal and trustworthy appearance with various stroke thickness, giving a gentle, approachable, and noble feel, with a sense of contemporary craftsmanship with simplicity. 3) The average satisfaction scores across each group revealed that the Poh-Chang staff group had a "high" level of satisfaction ( = 4.34), while the alumni-current students group of the Poh-Chang had a "high" level of satisfaction ( = 4.45). Both groups, therefore, had an overall satisfaction level rated as "high" ( = 4.40).

Double Diamond Design Process for Enhance Product Design Learning

2023-09-07T13:06:09+07:00

This research objectives are 1. To study problems in the product design learning process of students. 2. To analyze and apply the thinking process of the Double Diamond Model for product design study. 3. To study the learning achievement of students in product design before and after using the double diamond model thinking process. The sample group used in this research was 56 first-year students in the Design Education program using research tools: 1. Questionnaire on teaching and learning problems in design 2. Pre-Test and Post-Test. The research results found that problems of most students Born from the basis of learning which is a result of online learning That makes it impossible to take full practical lessons to create creative thinking. or a systematic thought process that leads to the creation of realistic designs. The researcher therefore applied the double diamond model thinking process to create a thought process that leads to systematic product design. The results showed that it was found that students were able to create products according to the process in a more systematic way. The results of learning achievement of students in product design before and after using the double diamond model thinking process found that the test scores after studying increased (=17.31, S.D. 3.66), which was higher than the scores. before studying (=12.59, S.D. 3.53) and had a t-test value (T-Test Dependent) of -7.95, which has a significantly higher mean value at 0.05.

Compositions Study and Analyzing the Performances of Lakorn Nok (Royal’s Style) from the Story of Mahabharata Episode Cursing Arjun

2024-01-11T10:53:33+07:00

The study of composition and analyzing the performances and drama role story of Mahabharata episode cursed Arjun. The objectives of the study were 1) to study the elements and analyze the performance of a non-royal drama and 2) to analyze the elements of a non-royal drama. For this study, the researcher used a qualitative research by using documentary research by document analysis Creative research. The results of the study found that;

1. Compostion of the Royal theatrical performances has existed since the Rattanakosin period enhanced from the Noh Rachatree drama, popular drama and using pure male, compostion has costumes, bands, venues, and outside plays are for fun and entertainment. Fast-paced and funny, used words in the play are villagers words.

2. Drama role story of Mahabharata episode cursed Arjun was found that it was a drama outside the royal style. It is a drama that has been improved from the original foreign drama that has existed since the Ayutthaya period. The characteristic of foreign dramas is that the story moves quickly. But there is a descriptive process. Example, admiring characters, admiring nature or places. The bathing ceremony is according to the style of the drama and has funny lines without obscenity. The elements of the Mahabharata drama, the episode Cursing Arjuna, have the characteristics of such non-royal dramas. Expresses the idea that gambling is something that causes loss of everything and makes life miserable. Like Arjuna who had to be cursed by the angel Uravasi to become a hermaphrodite

The Creation of Contemporary Lam Mu Performance A Case Study of Nang Ai the Life and Love

2024-04-19T17:39:21+07:00

The article outlines a creative research process aimed at achieving two main objectives. Firstly, it seeks to discover strategies for crafting contemporary Lam Mu performances by utilizing devised theatre methods to experiment with participants, while drawing inspiration from the ancient Isan literature "Pha Daeng Nang Ai" as a foundational framework. Secondly, it aims to develop a Lam Mu performance that is contemporary both in the ideas conveyed and the performance style, tailored to resonate with the target audience, all while preserving the intrinsic value of the Lam Mu tradition. The research is centered on practical application and experimentation, involving the synthesis of elements from traditional Lam Mu performances with modern theatre techniques. The findings revealed a departure from the conventional form of Lam Mu performances, resulting in what the researcher termed "Hybrid Mor Lam". This style of Lam Mu performance endeavored to convey the essence of the narrative while addressing contemporary social issues. Through the amalgamation of singing (ลำ) and acting, the character's thoughts and emotions were effectively communicated. Additionally, dance (ฟ้อน-เต้น) played a vital role in storytelling, employing moving imagery, while the directing process served to unify the stage elements and effectively convey the narrative to the audience.

The Inspiration of Anatomy to the Art Created by Artists

2022-10-06T13:47:21+07:00

Since man first knew systematic medical knowledge, man has realized the value of anatomical knowledge to perform surgery and cure human diseases safely. However, these decades have proven that anatomy is not only a medical science, but also discovered the fact that anatomy uses the body as an object of study and becomes a matter of ethics to reveal a tumultuous past. Furthermore, its anatomy and indistinguishable composition have become the inspiration of a number of anatomists and artists. This article aims to present the background of anatomy and to present the inspiration of anatomy for the art created by artists, by mentioning 2 Thai artists and 4 foreign artists, to reflect anatomy permeates the works of art and works of art also imbued with anatomy.

Opera Oriented Drama: The Singing Method of Cha Pra Som song in Inao from a “Buang Suang” Episode

2023-08-11T15:47:15+07:00

This academic article, the author would like to present knowledge on how to sing a song for the performance of the Opera oriented drama, Inao, during the worship ceremony, followed by concept of Kru Supangpak Kaewkranok. This ancient drama was born from Chao Phraya Thewet Wongvivat and Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. Krom Phraya Risara Nuwattiwong which was rearrangement from western opera and brought into a new style of music band to play in this performance. In singing of the Opera oriented drama, has a special singing style and there is a chorus in Cha Pra Som song by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Krom Phraya Risara Nuwattiwong. He composed this song by using the principles of western music chorus. The first singer and the co-singer sang together under the under the Thai singing style. This style of singing has never appeared in a performance before. Therefore, the singers must understand the principles and methods of singing in chorus concepts. This is a practice between the first singer and the co-singer, once the singers understand the principles and methods, you will be able to sing to convey the emotions of the characters in the scene of the sacrifice ceremony with intensity and realism.

Harmonics Playing Techniques in Up From Down Under Song of Tommy Emmanuel

2023-09-06T11:55:48+07:00

This article aimed to: present the biography and achievements of Tommy Emmanuel, the finger-style guitarist who honorably obtained the Certified Guitar Player Award from Chet Atkins as well as many other awards; explain about the harmonic guitar playing patterns, including natural and artificial harmonics which are widely known for the melodious sounds like harps and bells; and analyze such technique in the song, Up from Down Under from the Up from Down Under album, of Tommy Emmanuel that so perfectly incorporates the harmonic patterns that he once described that his playing sound was like water drops falling.