WOMEN IN ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT: A CASE STUDY OF KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA.
WOMEN IN ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT: A CASE STUDY OF KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA.
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Date
1994-05
Authors
KOFOWOROLA, OYENIKE O.
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Abstract
The problem of the study is women and their artistic
contribution to development: A case study of Kaduna State.
specific objectives were focused on. and these include:-
A To review relevant literature in order to find useful
information regarding women and their artistic activities.
B To identify women artist, who have contributed significantly
to art development.
C. To find out the aesthetic values of these art works.
D To draw attention to problems faced by women artist and to
find ways of assisting them.
F. To suggest ways of documenting these women's arts for future
resarch purposes .
Kaduna State was chosen due to its heterogenous features,
artists studied were from various ethnic groups resident in Kaduna
State capital and environs. the study was primarily concerned
with weaving, dyeing, garment manufacturing and pottery as
representation of artist endeavors.
Two instruments were used in the collection of data. The
questionnare and structured interview schedule. 180
questionnaire were administered and 115 respondents supplied
information that, were used for the study. Information gathered
from the responses using the interview were also used.
Respondents were randomly selected from various ethnic groups
resident in Kaduna State.
Survey method of analysis was employed along with tabulated
information, with their responses percentage.
Based on the findings of the study the following conclusions were
drawn:-
A That works produced by these women can generate internal
revenue earnings for the country.
B Encouragement should be given to the women artists to
necessitate an improvement in their method and means of
production.
C Encouragement from Government and banks, in form of loans
should be given.
D Emphasis should be made on the promotion of indigenous
technology of women's art work for industrial develop
Description
A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements
for the Degree of Master of Arts (Industrial Design)
Department of Industrial design
Faculty of Environmental Design
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
MAY 1994
Keywords
WOMEN,, ARTISTIC,, DEVELOPMENT,, KADUNA STATE,, NIGERIA.