Developing the Thai-naris handwriting to typeface design

Abstract

This research is for studying the form and developing Thai-Naris handwriting scripts. Then, to design and evaluate the typefaces. It starts with studying the information and reviewing the relevant literature. Secondly, defining the scope of works. Thirdly, developing the handwriting scripts before creating typefaces. Finally, evaluating the typeface with the assessment criteria covers three aspects of the typeface design principle such as appearance, efficiency and implication. The result is a Thai-Naris handwriting typeface named ZoodSamai representing many personalities and suitable for a variety of works. According to the evaluation, it was found that the appearance of the typeface was the most appropriate. The efficiency of the typeface was appropriate. In terms of implication, it is suitable for works with intensity, serene, sophistication and excitement personalities.