Analysis of Thai Auspicious Animal Beliefs for the Creation of New Idealized Imagination

Abstract

This research aims to analyze the fundamental beliefs surrounding auspicious animals within the context of Thai society to create contemporary paintings with a unique personal identity. The study employs a creative research methodology, beginning with the systematic collection of primary and secondary data regarding the symbolic ideologies of these creatures. This information is integrated into a process of analysis and symbolic interpretation, where the prominent characteristics of the animals are selected and synthesized with color theory and spatial forms rooted in Feng Shui philosophy. These elements are then translated into a Surrealist artistic style, executed through the technique of acrylic on various geometric shaped canvases.

The research findings reveal that the creation of a "new idealistic imagination" through hybrid animal forms serves as a significant bridge, linking traditional beliefs with the contemporary social landscape.  This synthesis gives rise to a new body of knowledge: the creative process of contemporary auspicious iconography. This process is characterized by an artistic composition that prioritizes the flow of positive energy as dictated by Feng Shui principles, alongside the reduction and merging of physical animal forms to generate entirely new symbolic representations. Ultimately, this research provides a guideline for the application of cultural heritage and beliefs, transforming them into creative works through an imaginative lens that resonates with contemporary lifestyles.