{"id":10451,"date":"2025-06-06T09:06:28","date_gmt":"2025-06-06T09:06:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/?page_id=10451"},"modified":"2025-06-09T01:18:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T01:18:11","slug":"creation-of-tactile-animal-bas-relief-sculptures-for-the-visually-impaired-at-khao-kheow-open-zoo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/?page_id=10451","title":{"rendered":"Creation of Tactile Animal Bas-relief Sculptures for the Visually Impaired at Khao Kheow Open Zoo"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Creation of Tactile Animal Bas-relief Sculptures for the Visually Impaired at Khao Kheow Open Zoo<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 The project was initiated through a collaboration between the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts at Burapha University and Khao Kheow Open Zoo to promote inclusive learning experiences. Recognising the limited access to visual information among the visually impaired, the project aims to create tactile bas-relief animal sculptures that allow users to explore animal forms through touch. By integrating artistic knowledge and anatomical accuracy, the project enhances public learning and supports social equality. These sculptures, displayed at the zoo, serve not only as educational tools but also as a means of cultural enrichment and community engagement, reinforcing the university\u2019s commitment to social responsibility and accessibility for all.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 To create tactile bas-relief animal sculptures that allow visually impaired individuals to perceive and understand animal forms through touch. To apply artistic and anatomical knowledge in producing educational tools that enhance accessibility and inclusive learning. To support the MOU between the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Burapha University, and Khao Kheow Open Zoo through collaborative community-based creative work. To promote social awareness and equal access to artistic and educational resources for underrepresented groups. To provide students and graduates with hands-on experience in applying fine arts to serve public and social purposes.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 The project began with a site survey at Khao Kheow Open Zoo to assess existing damaged sculptures and identify 28 animal species for new creations. Anatomical and morphological studies were conducted on each animal to ensure accuracy and precision. Artists then sculpted the bas-relief forms using specialised modelling clay. Once finalised, moulds were created and cast in resin for enhanced durability and replication. The finished pieces were painted using airbrush techniques and installed alongside informative signage. All installed works were documented through photography for archival and reporting purposes.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Provided visually impaired individuals with equal access to learning about animal forms through tactile interaction. Enhanced public understanding of inclusive design and accessibility in educational spaces. Strengthened collaboration between academic institutions and public organisations through the MOU framework. Offer students and graduates hands-on experience in applying fine arts for the benefit of the community. Promoted the role of art in supporting social development and equity. Enhanced the zoo\u2019s educational environment with high-quality, durable, and meaningful art installations, fostering a greater awareness of the value of inclusive public art in Thailand.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Project Leader: Asst. Prof. Athiwuth Ngamnisai & Asst. Prof. Pasakon Sangsawang, Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Creation of Tactile Animal Bas-relief Sculptures for the Visually Impaired at Khao Kheow Open Zoo \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 The project was initiated through a collaboration between the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts at Burapha University and Khao Kheow Open Zoo to promote inclusive learning experiences. Recognising the limited access to visual information … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"elementor_header_footer","meta":{"footnotes":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10451"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=10451"}],"version-history":[{"count":28,"href":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10451\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10494,"href":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10451\/revisions\/10494"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sustainability.buu.ac.th\/web2023\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=10451"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}