Utilizing Color Palettes for Designing Two-Dimensional Thong Isan Patterns

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine how color sets are used in 2D design and to assess their effectiveness. The study focuses on the use of color sets in 2D Isan Thong pattern designs, based on ten color theories: single color theory, adjacent color theory, complementary color theory, equilateral triangle color theory, double complementary color theory, rectangular color theory, square color theory, warm color theory, cool color theory, and six-color theory. The researcher studied eight Isan Thong patterns and relevant color theory concepts influencing color selection. The eight Isan Thong patterns, available in 2D format, feature floral images with four, six, eight, and ten petals, as well as starburst and three-dimensional designs. The Thong Lai Keaw Kamala and Bodhi leaf patterns were also created using selected color sets based on the color theories. These were used to design 2D Isan Thong patterns and compile them into an e-book titled The Isan Thong Color Set. The research findings show that 2D images of the Isan patterns were successfully created using specific color sets for each pattern. The effectiveness of the color sets was evaluated by experts using a performance evaluation questionnaire. The overall evaluation result ( = 4.77) indicates a very high level of effectiveness.