Burapha Arts Journal

Visualizing Air Pollution Through New Media: A Case Study of "Polluted Currents" Exhibition

Pongpan Suriyapat — 2025-11-30

This research examines the use of new media and interactive art to communicate air pollution awareness in the exhibition "Polluted Currents," held at Warin Lab Contemporary from November 29, 2022, to January 25, 2023. The study explores how new media art can effectively address environmental issues, focusing on PM2.5 and PM10 pollution through three interconnected artworks

The exhibition included "Data Flow," a generative art piece visualizing real-time air quality data; "Footstep of Impact," an interactive installation where visitors' movements generated pollution effects on a terrain map; and "Visage Reaction," which used facial detection to confront viewers with their environmental impact. Together, these works provided an immersive and educational experience.

Non-participant observation and Interviews with gallery executives, curators, academics, artists, and collectors highlighted the effectiveness of digital technology and audience interaction in raising awareness. Experts praised the fusion of art, science, and technology for simplifying complex data, though concerns about costs and maintenance were noted. This study underscores the potential of new media art to drive social change through meaningful aesthetic engagement.

An Investigation into Food Imagery in Contemporary Visual Art for the Development of a Contemporary Painting Series Entitled “Ingredients of Life”

Wasupon Narongsaksiri — 2025-11-30

This article is part of the thesis titled “Contemporary Painting Series: The Ingredients of Life.” The research explores the relationship between food and art through the four basic tastes—sweet, sour, salty, and bitter—along with the origins and cultural context of food. It analyzes three art movements that incorporate food as a central subject: Pop Art, Hyperrealism, and Thai contemporary art. The study resulted in five experimental paintings that combine hyper-realistic techniques with imaginative elements, reflecting each taste through composition, color, and cultural perspective. The aim is to apply artistic concepts from different movements to create a unique visual language and contribute to the discourse on food in contemporary art.

Contemporary Painting Series: As I move Beyond

viphavee Phamonpon — 2025-11-30

The thesis “Contemporary Painting Series: When I Am Stepping Beyond” aims to explore the psychological state of the researcher as an artist, using artistic creation as a tool for internal examination. The work reflects emotions, mental states, and personal experiences stemming from instability, emotional pressure, and internal conflicts influenced by rapid changes in contemporary social conditions, such as economic uncertainty and cultural shifts. The conceptual framework is grounded in psychoanalytic theory, particularly Sigmund Freud’s model of the human psyche—comprising the conscious, preconscious, and unconscious mind—along with Carl Jung’s theory of individuation, which emphasizes the pursuit of one’s true self through introspective understanding of the inner personality.

This painting series adopts a Surrealist and Neo-Surrealist approach, utilizing visual language and symbolic elements to represent the unconscious mind. The research process follows the methodology of Art-Based Research, focusing on self-observation, reflection, and qualitative analysis throughout the creative process.

The results demonstrate that the artwork not only expresses abstract personal experiences but also serves as a therapeutic medium. It bridges the inner world of the artist with external social and cultural contexts, offering insight into the psychological healing process and revealing a deeper connection between the self and the surrounding world.

Furniture Designs for Individuals with Physical Impairment and Self-Care Ability at Level 3 (capable of self-care but heavily reliant on assistance from relatives)

Uthai Wangpatcharapon — 2025-11-30

This research aimed to: (1) study the design types of furniture for physically disabled individuals with level 3 self-care ability (those who can help themselves but still require significant assistance from family members); (2) analyze the design forms of such furniture; (3) develop prototype drafts of furniture for this target group; and (4) construct physical prototypes based on the developed draft designs using Augmented Reality (AR) and animation technologies. The key informants included 12 participants selected through purposive sampling, consisting of individuals with physical disabilities at level 3 self-care ability, their caregivers, occupational therapists, or physical therapists. Additionally, a sample group of 385 participants was selected through simple random sampling to evaluate the furniture prototypes.

The research findings revealed that: (1) the essential furniture items for physically disabled individuals include a bed, a multi-purpose table, and a commode. These items must be appropriately sized and functionally versatile; (2) the overall evaluation of the furniture prototypes based on AR and animation drafts received the highest level of satisfaction from the sample group (mean = 4.741). Evaluation across all eight aspects also showed very high scores, including: (1) spatial proportion design, (2) functional appropriateness, (3) aesthetic value, (4) adaptability for other areas, (5) inclusivity for use by both disabled and non-disabled individuals, (6) usefulness for persons with disabilities, (7) uniqueness of the design, and (8) user preference. The mean scores for these aspects ranged from 4.660 to 4.816.

Power of Color: Applying Biophilic Principles to Visual Art

Puwen Jiang — 2025-11-30

This study explores color theory and its manifestations in visual art, uniquely anchored in the dynamic interplay of biophilic principles and cultural contexts, specifically within the terrains of Xinjiang and Gansu. Emphasizing the profound role of biophilia, the research accentuates the emotive potential of color in visual art, enriched by a spectrum of stylistic diversities, avant-garde techniques, and meticulous material choices. With a theoretical foundation in biophilic design, the study examines the intricate balance between nature and culture, manipulating color and diluent proportions to evoke the quintessence of local environments and traditions. Moreover, this paper illuminates the democratization of visual art, championing its therapeutic capacities. It ardently advocates for an interdisciplinary fusion - marrying sociology, visual art, and philosophy - to both amplify and refine the future trajectories of color-centered visual art. In doing so, it positions biophilia as an indispensable lens for understanding and innovating within the broader scope of visual art and cultural interpretation.

The Abnormal State of My Emotional Suffering

Manat Kaewyotha — 2025-11-30

The abstract painting series “The Abnormal State of My Sorrowful Emotions” conveys the artist’s inner experiences through the lens of contemporary art, centering on sorrowful emotional states as the core theme for abstract interpretation and expression. In this context, suffering is not limited to external stimuli but is perceived as a complex interplay of internal emotional reactions, mental perceptions, and physical sensations. The creative process thus serves as an introspective journey into the depths of emotional turbulence. This series explores abnormal emotional states such as confusion, suffocation, uncertainty, and faint glimmers of hope hidden within. These emotions are translated directly through the language of visual art—via surface texture, color, form, and the dynamic movement of paint across the canvas. The objective of this creative work is to utilize abstract painting as a tool for emotional expression during moments of psychological distress, functioning simultaneously as a process of self-healing and emotional therapy through the act of making. In terms of technique, the artist employs pouring and dripping methods, mixing paint with thinner to achieve a sense of organic fluidity on the canvas. Chalk powder is combined with glue to create surfaces that are rough, cracked, or uneven textures that reflect emotional instability and reinforce the psychological themes of the work. These materials and processes not only create compelling visual effects but also effectively communicate the emotions hidden beneath the surface. The creative process becomes both an act of self-exploration and an honest revelation of one’s inner state. The outcome of this artistic exploration fulfilled the intended goals: to employ a distinctive painting technique, to authentically express emotion, and to establish a meaningful connection between the artist and the audience through visual reflections of internal states. The techniques and creative process used in this body of work have proven to be not only visually effective but also deeply therapeutic for the artist. The series has been presented in the form of a creative article, contributing to the broader dissemination of knowledge related to artistic processes and expanding the contemporary art discourse. It is hoped that this work will benefit those interested in art as a tool for therapy and as a medium rooted in personal experience and emotional truth

Optimization of Public Sculpture Capacity Allocation in Urban Shaanxi, China

Liu Ting — 2025-11-30

This research addresses the urban development in Shaanxi Province, China, where rapid economic growth prior to the global pandemic led to a significant increase in public sculptures. However, the quality of these sculptures has not kept pace with their quantity. This study aims to optimize the allocation of public sculpture capacity in urban Shaanxi by developing an index system and deriving an optimal calculation formula for capacity allocation.

The research employs field investigation, expert consultation, and comprehensive analysis methods to systematically collect and process data on natural and humanistic factors influencing urban public sculpture management. A mathematical model was constructed to determine capacity thresholds and analyze the relationship between public sculpture capacity and environmental carrying capacity, providing both theoretical and practical insights for sustainable urban public sculpture management.

Quantitative empirical research was conducted on public sculptures in parks, streets, squares, and subway stations in Xi'an, along with analysis of municipal government annual reports. This approach enhances the scientific rigor and objectivity of the calculation model. The study determines whether urban public sculpture capacity in the region is overloaded by comparing the sine angle value of actual capacity against ideal capacity. The findings aim to provide a scientific basis for the design and installation of urban public sculptures.

The ceramic creation "Puranakata"

Apinya Wilai — 2025-11-30

The ceramic creation "Puranakata" has a purpose to study the Puranakata pattern and create a ceramic sculpture using this concept. It was a developmental research with results as follows: the Puranakata pattern used a gilded black lacquer technique on a red or black surface. The pattern consists of flowers, a cauldron, climbing plants, and flying birds. Their meaning is plentifulness. This has led to a ceramic creation with a big rectangle as a base and a small rectangle on the top. The shape's concept is a Northern Thailand ancient temple structure. The pattern's concept is the Puranakata pattern in Viharn Namtaem Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, Lampang province. The creation used earthenware clay from Baan Patan, Hang Dong district, Chiang Mai. The forming used the slab technique. The outer surface was painted with brown clay slip mixed with 5% ferric oxide. The pattern is white clay slip applied on a Puranakata pattern stencil. The artwork was fired at 1200°C. The shape and the pattern go well together.

A Study of Gingerbread-Style Woodcarving Patterns in the Chanthaboon Riverside Community for the Creation of New Pattern Designs

Bunyarid Sriurai — 2025-11-30

This article explores the design of Gingerbread Woodcut Pattern found in the Chantaboon riverside community, Chanthaburi Province. The objective is to study, document, and replicate existing woodcut patterns used to decorate remaining historical buildings. These patterns serve as the foundation for analysis and inspiration for new designs based on traditional motifs. The research incorporates data from field surveys and studies of the Chantaburi artisan tradition, identifying ten existing woodcut patterns. These were analyzed to highlight key design features and redeveloped using four symmetry theories: Translation Symmetry, Reflection Symmetry, Glide Reflection Symmetry, and Rotation Symmetry. The findings show that “single motifs” can be effectively extracted and adapted into new designs, offering greater design potential than more complex, interconnected “vine-like motifs.” Particularly, Pattern 7.3, arranged using Glide Reflection Symmetry and derived from a balcony fretwork design, was adapted into ceramic product decoration. The resulting pattern exhibits a distinctive identity, creating a new design for Chanthaburi ceramics that harmoniously blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.

The Development of Fashion Textiles from Lace Waste through the Integration of Crochet Techniques under the Upcycling Concept for Generation Z

Dalita Ketsak — 2025-11-30

This research explores the development of fashion textiles from discarded lace by integrating crochet techniques under the upcycling concept for Generation Z. The study employs a mixed methodology approach, combining quantitative data collection with experimental and creative textile development. The primary objective is to experiment with and develop surface construction techniques using lace waste and crochet methods to create innovative textiles, ultimately leading to the design of fashion products tailored to Generation Z. Findings indicate that crochet techniques effectively transform various textures and patterns of lace remnants into new, unique textile surfaces. This approach aligns with sustainable design practices by maximizing the value of waste materials. The resulting products reflect the identity of Generation Z, who prioritize self-expression and environmental consciousness. This study thus provides a viable framework for creatively repurposing textile waste into value-added fashion items suited to the values and lifestyles of emerging consumer groups.

Mapping Brand Equity through UGC: A Topic Model Analysis of Bangkok Design Week on Xiaohongshu

Chuan-Chi Chang — 2025-11-30

User-generated content (UGC) is a powerful tool in digital marketing, particularly in

shaping brand perception around emotionally and thematically driven public events. This study explores how Bangkok Design Week (BKKDW), a cultural event in Bangkok, Thailand, is portrayed by Chinese-speaking users on Xiaohongshu, a popular travel and lifestyle platform. A total of 1,238 posts and comments spanning a seven-year period were collected using BKKDW-related hashtags. This research employed Biterm Topic Modeling (BTM), a technique optimized for short-text corpora, to identify macro-level thematic clusters in user discourse. Sentiment analysis was conducted using SnowNLP to assess emotional tone. Findings were interpreted through Keller’s (1993) Customer-Based Brand Equity (CBBE) model, mapping identified topics and sentiments to the six brand equity dimensions: brand identity, brand imagery, brand performance, brand feelings, brand judgment, and resonance. Results show that BKKDW is positively associated with creativity, visual aesthetics, and cultural hybridity, but shows weaker associations with brand loyalty and long-term engagement among Xiaohongshu users. This study contributes to cultural branding and cross-cultural digital communication by demonstrating how computational methods can be applied to examine public sentiment and narrative construction in a non-Western social media environment. It also offers practical recommendations for event organizers aiming to increase brand equity through strategic engagement on Chinese platforms.

The The Music Composition: Homrong Narittaya Burapha

Santi Udomsri — 2025-11-30

This academic article presents the process of creating a Thai musical composition of the Homrong (Prelude) repertoire: the Homrong Niritaya Burapha. The creative framework in the musical arts guided the creation process, which included a review of existing literature, an analysis of original songs from the Tra Phra Phikanet piece, and the Sai Yai Burapha song. The composer created and arranged new melodies using the “Kannopakdi Sob Samai” method which aligns with Associate Professor Phichit Chaiseri's approach to Thai music composition. To create the Homrong Niritaya Burapha, the composer expanded the original melody from the Tra Phra Phikanet piece into a Sam-Chan melodic pattern of the Na-Tab Prob-Kai rhythm pattern.

Sections 1th and 2nd each feature four Na-Tap Prob-Kai rhythms. For Section 3rd, transcribed the melody of the Sai Yai Burapha song. The final melody, ‘Tai Phleng,’ spans two Na-Tab Prob-Kai rhythms. It consists of a three-line melody from the beginning of the second section. Following the tradition of composing overture repertoire, the Thai Homrong repertoire concludes with a ‘Long-Wa’ on the final line.