ADAPTATION OF THE DAGI MOTIF FOR PAINTING
ADAPTATION OF THE DAGI MOTIF FOR PAINTING
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2011-09
Authors
IBRAHIM, UMORU
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ABSTRACT
The research titled: “Adaptation of the Dagi Motif for Painting” is aimed at
bringing to light the aesthetic qualities that are inherent in Northern Knot motif
which bears the nomenclature “Dagi” with the view to further advance the study of
the ubiquitous icon as a source for artistic purpose (particularly for painting. The
data for the study were therefore, based on selected Dagi Motif as found on palace
gate, door post of houses, embroidery and other household utensil found in Zaria
Emirate council. However, similar forms of interest in books and previous
paintings were also made use of. They served as creative models for the study.
Result and findings of this study are presented as plates followed by discussions.
At the end of the research, certain observations were made. It was found that in
exploring the Dagi motif, mere visual representation could be carried further to
highly complex visual sophistication as a play of light upon the dagi motif can be
interesting with certain areas reflecting or refract light with fascinating results.
Thus, painters should continue to tap into “Dagi” inspirational depth to further
advance modern painting.
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THE DEPARTMENT OF FINE ART
FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, ZARIA.
Keywords
ADAPTATION,, DAGI,, MOTIF,, PAINTING