A motif is a small design repeated to form a pattern. It is made by using different things. Examples of such items are leaves, flowers, different figures and shapes. The materials used for making a motif We could use the following materials for making a motif: 1 A4 Paper 2 Crayon 3 Ruler 4 Pencil … Read more
Recycled materials can be turned to functional artworks. For example, any materials such as wood pallets, plastic, cups or bottles, etc. and little creativity, you can create beautiful functional artwork. CHARACTERISTICS OF RECYCLED PRODUCTS Recycled products are functional. That is, they serve useful purposes. They are very strong and durable. They last long and do … Read more
MEANING OF DRAMA Drama is a unique and distinctive genre of literature. Drama definition is a narrative presented by actors/ actor on stage through dialogue/ monologue and live actor. Usually, dramas are stories that are acted through the combination of performance, music, dance, props etc. The audience is able to feel part of the action. … Read more
Value needed in arts and creative work Arts and craft are very useful for preserving the culture, arts and way of life of the people in a giving society. Values that are needed include the following: creativity Hard work Honesty Precision Values are needed to: It helps to sustain the practice of arts and … Read more
Meaning of the Apprenticeship System The apprenticeship system is an informal system of training in which knowledge is passed from a master craftsman to learners, usually young children, over a period of time. The period of apprenticeship varies, depending on the trade. It usually lasts between 2 and 4 years. The apprentice could be a … Read more
Folk songs are traditional music of the people. They are songs of the people in their local languages. We have folk songs in Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba, Itsekiri, Ijaw, Kanuri and other Nigerian languages. They are the local music of the people. They teach morals. An example is given below. Song Meaning Ise agbe, ise … Read more
1 They beautify the body. 2 They promote our culture. 3 We export them to boost our economy. 4 It serves as job opportunity for the youths. 5 They may reveal part of our history. 6 It serves as a form of identification. Leather shoes and bags Beautiful ladies in An Igbo man in … Read more
These are ceremonies which bring people together. Every tribe, society or community have a festival they do. The festivals are done to celebrate an event, customs or tradition. Examples of traditional festivals The Osun festival: This Osun festival is held every year in Osogbo, Osun state. It celebrates the goddess of the Osun River. However, … Read more
There are two forms of drama which includes: Scripted Unscripted SCRIPTED: This is a type of drama that is written. People read and master their roles. UNSCRIPTED This is an unwritten drama. The script is given to the actors and actresses verbally. The actors or actresses are to get the script verbally and practice or … Read more
Accident victims are people that get injured or killed when accidents occur on the roads. Some of the injured have their legs or arms broken. Such victims need immediate attention. In case of accident, injured victims should be rushed to the nearest clinic or hospital after first aid has been given to them. Our … Read more
Recycling is the changing of waste or used materials into new objects or materials which can be used for other functions. PRODUCING RECYCLING WORK Paper Mache – is an easy to make hard material that can be used to cover various surfaces. It is often used in arts and crafts to make various sculptures … Read more
Melody is a group of musical notes that are nice to our ears. It is the pleasing sound of music. A sound can be in a falling tone or in a rising tone. The coming together of rising and falling tones gives us melody or good music. The first thing to note is the … Read more
Types of Paper Crafts Kite Aeroplane Hand fan Boat Paper beads and paper mat Masks and hat Uses of Paper Crafts Paper crafts are beautiful objects that can be used in the following ways: They are used for decorating our rooms during festive seasons. They are used for making toys. They are used for … Read more
HOW TO ADD VALUE THROUGH MAINTENANCE (RECYCLING) Recycling can prevent the waste of potentially useful materials and reduces the consumption of fresh materials, thereby reducing: energy usage, air pollution (from incineration), and water pollution (from landfilling). MEANING OF RECYCLING Recycling is the changing waste or used materials into new objects or materials. When waste … Read more
Value is the usefulness or worth of something. Value determines or describes what is important to us. What is important to us is something that guides, motivates attitudes and actions. MAINTENANCE Maintenance is the activities carried out on a daily or regular basis to make our things in good working condition. Maintenance is done … Read more
Why the tortoise has a bald head “Story! Story!! The moon is out. It is time for storytelling. Where are my children? It is time for storytelling, come out!” Our grandpa called out to us. We all rushed out from our mother’s huts to sit with our grandpa. He sat under the mango tree in … Read more
INTRODUCTION (MEANING OF RECYCLING) Recycling is the changing of waste or used materials into new objects or materials which can be used for other functions. RECYCLING ITEMS Some of the items that can be produced from recycled materials are: Plastic materials: Toys Plates and cups Packages Decorative materials Bead Instructional materials Flower vase Containers … Read more
Recycled materials can be turned to functional artworks. For example, any materials such as wood pallets, plastic, cups or bottles, etc. and little creativity, you can create beautiful functional artwork. USES OF RECYCLED MATERIALS These works serve various useful purposes: They are used for decoration. They can be kept or hung on walls. They can … Read more
Functional art works are both beautiful and useful. We use them every day in our homes. Examples of functional art works include walking stick, cups, pots and carved chairs. More examples of functional art works include:– Carved chair: It is used for sitting. Flower vase: It is used for decoration. LampshadeIt: It is used for … Read more
MEANING OF LOCAL ARCHITECTURE Local architecture is described as a built environment that is based upon local needs; defined by the availability of particular materials indigenous to its particular region; and reflects local traditions and cultural practices. Traditionally, the study of local architecture did not examine formally schooled architects, but instead that of the … Read more