Silpa Bhirasri (Journal of fine arts)

Relationships, Love and Weaving: A Study of Contemporary Fiber Art by 3 Asian Female Artists

Thanistha Nunthapojn, Pishnu Supanimit — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0700

The technique of "sewing, stitching, and weaving" empowers women to express their thoughts and convey them in the form of art. This has resulted in an academic article that explores such creative avenues in contemporary art, exemplified by three Asian artists: Chiharu Shiota, Beili Liu, and Imhathai Suwatthanasilp. The research centers on various artistic techniques, including weaving, crocheting, and the utilization of soft and delicate materials such as thread, silk, and hair as artistic mediums. Additionally, the article examines how these materials are combined with other objects and mediums in the creation of art installations. The study reveals that the artists communicate subjects around mother-daughter relationships within their respective cultural contexts. These subjects include: 1) Femininity, such as motherhood, and the physical and emotional bonds translated into art form. The dissemination of cultural heritage and female craftsmanship across generations is facilitated through practices like sewing, weaving, and embroidery. 2) Love and family bonds, symbolically represented through the use of fibrous materials, symbolize the relationships between family members. 3) Beliefs, Customs, and Societal Influences on Women: These factors contribute to memories and shape personal and collective experiences, all of which are reflected in the artists' work. Nonetheless, all three female artists share a deep appreciation for closeness and family ties, which is considered a distinctive characteristic of Asian culture.

The Essence of Things in Modern Art in 1970’s Japan and The Cultural Background: Case study of Mono-ha.

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0700

After World War II, a phenomenon of contemporary art emerged, characterized by expressions deeply rooted in the social structures, cultures, and histories of various regions and countries. In Japan, a unique development also arose in response to its challenges. During this period, the Gutai and Mono-ha art groups questioned the distinctive qualities of various objects or things in art creation. They aimed to return to the inherent nature of these things, revealing a tendency to connect beliefs with things deeply embedded in Japanese tradition. This study examines the fundamental nature of the Mono-ha movement artworks by exploring how they drew inspiration from Japanese tradition. The research focuses on the distinctive features of Mono-ha artworks and compares them to traditional Japanese art and concepts. The findings suggest that the Mono-ha movement conveys essential messages through the objects chosen by the artists. Notably, the act of expression encapsulates the "essence" of each object. These concepts and approaches are deeply rooted in Japanese culture. In addition to interpreting the artworks through the philosophical lens of Martin Heidegger's phenomenology, it is possible to align Mono-ha's artworks with the Shinto ideology of spiritual things, the concept of spatial beauty known as "Yohaku" in Zen Buddhism, and the profound sense of decay and impermanence ingrained in Japanese culture.

Cultural Transmission through Auspicious Symbols in Lang Shining’s Flora Paintings

Pancheewa Butrach — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0700

This article aims to study the cultural transmission through auspicious symbols in the flora painting collections of Lang Shining (郎世宁), an Italian artist who served as a court painter during the Golden Era of the Qing dynasty, from the reign of Kangxi, Yongzheng to Qianlong emperor. This qualitative research aims to study documentary research, e.g., academic papers and textbooks, including field notes. The fieldwork observes and collects Lang's Paintings information in the National Museum (Taipei). Afterward, the researcher organizes paintings by auspicious symbol themes to make the final comparative analysis between auspicious symbol themes related to Lang's paintings. The painting types, concepts, and auspicious beliefs in traditional Chinese paintings are studied by two flora paintings and a 16-piece "Immortal Blossoms of an Eternal Spring" set. The study revealed the auspicious belief grouping through Lang's flora painting as following concepts: 1) Heroic character with gracefulness and nobility; 2) Longavity or immortality; 3) Wealth; 4) Fertility or a perfect family; 5) Happiness or a prosperous life. Lang's flora paintings represented his skill in oil painting techniques with fine-brush style. This flower collection not only maintained Chinese stylistic brushwork incorporated with Western art of realism and composition but also abounded with auspicious signs of Chinese culture.

Changes in Aesthetic Natural Phenomena through Site Specific Art, on Hua Hin Beach

Pornchat Urairat, Pradiphat Lertrujidumrongkul — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0700

The article delves into a study that thoroughly examines the shifts in the aesthetic phenomenon of Hua Hin Beach through site-specific art, in which the researcher used Hua Hin Beach as a case study. Hua Hin is an old resort town that has been very popular from the past to the present. Some beaches are unique both physically and aesthetically. The wide sandy beach is white and delicate, with clear seawater; the main highlight is the rocks lined up uniquely. The author was inspired to present a story from observing the experience value of beauty and natural phenomena. The objective is as follows: 1) The author aims to question and interpret the site-specific art interaction with the natural environment and how it can create new perspectives for visitors to the beach; 2) It serves as a conduit for the transformation of all things; 3) To show the impermanence of existence in the natural environment; 4) To explore the delicate relationship between man and the environment, and to collect data through study, research, observation of beach visitor, interviewers, and an analytical study of the artistic elements of local site-specific art such as textures, colours, shapes, and dimensions of reflections in the natural environment. In conclusion, the study and design of this artwork are part of presenting a different perspective; for example, the correlation between visual depictions and their underlying implications plays an integral role in grasping the interconnection among works of art, the changes in nature, and the changes in people.

Cultural Beliefs and Implication in Architectural Art at Quexiang Ancient Temple, Chaoshan, China

Fan Yang, Chusak Suvimolstien, Puvasa Ruangchewin, Sarunya Prasopchingchana — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0700

Unique folk beliefs are an important part of Chaoshan culture in China, and the typical characteristic of Chaoshan folk beliefs is polytheism. Buddhist and Taoist deities, as well as various local protective gods scattered in rural areas, can all become the main deities worshiped by the people of Chaoshan. People who have made significant contributions can also be the subject of deification and worship and placed in temples for worship. Therefore, the folk belief system in the Chaoshan region has given rise to various temples, which, under the influence of the belief system, exhibit exquisite decorativeart and rich cultural connotations in their architectural styles. The main purpose of this study is to explore the belief system and architectural art expression at the Quexiang Ancient Temple. In the study, research was conducted by means of on-site investigations as well as interviews with residents and community organizations in the vicinity of Quexiang Village, and the collected data were analyzed in detail to carry out the study, revealing the close relationship between the construction of the ancient temple belief system in Chaozhou and the artistic expression of architecture. The research results show that the folk belief system of Quexiang Ancient Temple carries rich cultural connotations and is an important component of community culture, profoundly influencing community management in the Chaoshan region. The architectural art of the Quexiang Ancient Temple showcases various exquisite architectural decoration techniques in the Chaoshan region, gradually making it a proud, outstanding cultural heritage of the Chaoshan region.