Gaskiya's Compound
Virtual World Classroom
F2F & VIRTUAL VISUAL ART PROGRAMS
Wisdom Weaving© – From Korhogo, Kente, Bokolafini, Adinkra, Adire, to Aso Oke and through the conveyance of the basic art of weaving and its importance in African culture, students will be taught the significance of the loom and its use in Africa.
Garments of Praise© – The diversity of African adornment is researched and participants create a personal piece of artwork from a regional family. (ie. Wodaabe)
Itacen SAKA© – Saka is a loom and weaving process of the Hausa. Participants will explore the cultural nature and social significance of this art form.
ADINKRA – The King’s Cloth© – A study of African history, geography, culture, and the artistry of Adinkra. Participants explore the dynamic art of Africa inspired by Adinkra, a cloth of the Asante and other Ghanian families, which offers a visual representation of their history, philosophy, social, and spiritual belief systems.
Speaking w/Beads© – A comprehensive study of beadwork and its role in various African cultures. From the amazonite used in Northern regions to the cowrie that can be found throughout the continent. Beads are an integral part of the communication system of indigenous African cultures. This program of study researches the use in the various families and identifies the spiritual, social, and socio-economic relationship of the beadwork and area families.
