Visualize a vibrant and lively festival in the heart of the Loei province, where locals celebrate the Phi Ta Khon festival. The focus is on participants wearing colorful, ghostly masks made from coconut tree trunks, adorned with elaborate, hand-painted designs. Their costumes are a riot of colors and textures, incorporating elements of traditional Thai fabric and rice husks, complete with phallic symbols for fertility. The atmosphere is one of joy and mischief, as people dance and parade through the streets, accompanied by traditional music and laughter. The backdrop is a picturesque village, alive with the energy and spirit of the community coming together to honor the ghosts of the past and ensure good fortune for the future.