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Sawyerr, Naa Omai
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Exploring the Costume Styling and Material Composition of the Effutu Festival Costumes Safo-Ankama, Kweku; Sawyerr, Naa Omai
International Journal of Culture and Art Studies Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023): International Journal of Culture and Art Studies (IJCAS)
Publisher : Talenta Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/ijcas.v7i1.11499

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This study investigates the costume styling and material composition of Effutu festival costumes. It is delimited to Effutu festival performance costumes. The qualitative design was adopted. The ethnography approach was employed through narrative analysis and oral history. Unstructured interviews and on-site direct observations were the qualitative data collection instrument used for the data collection. The narrative analysis was used to analyse the data. The findings revealed that historically costumes are seen as relics that can tell the story about the exploits and traditional mythologies of the communities. Again, costumes that materialise culture and identities do not just mirror pre-existing sets of ideas or symbolic systems but facilitate values as ‘they form part of an ethnohistorical repository of knowledge. The findings further revealed that, costume styling could be categorised into Royal, Ritual, Asafo (war/battle), Generational, Women ensembles (Adzewa costumes) and Fanciful costumes. The basic material composition of costumes includes fabrics (both applied and structural designs), leather, horsetail, metal helmets, pillows, kaolin, beads (plastic and glass), mpoboa (shoes), symbolic colours and other material collaboration. It is recommended that costumes used for the Effutu festival be recorded and digitalised for future reference.
Semiotics of Factory Printed Wax Prints across West Africa Sawyerr, Naa Omai; Acquaye, Richard; Kusi, Cynthia Agyeiwaa
International Journal of Culture and Art Studies Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): International Journal of Culture and Art Studies (IJCAS)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/ijcas.v7i2.12684

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This research explores the topic of factory-printed wax fabrics in West Africa, focusing on their portrayal and significance within the region. The study examines the resemblances and distinctions of these prints across different countries, as well as their applications, meanings, and interpretations. The historical and cultural importance of wax prints in West African society, culture, and economy is emphasized, highlighting the diverse meanings embedded within seemingly uniform designs. The research methodology involves qualitative research and selective sampling, with ten wax print designs chosen for analysis in Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d'Ivoire, and Togo. These countries were selected based on their integration, trade, production, and cultural significance related to wax prints. Data collection involved meticulous observation, thorough documentation, interviews, and thematic analysis. The findings reveal both similarities and differences among the analyzed designs, each representing unique narratives and embodying cultural significance. These prints are not just patterns, but also vessels of history, with captivating stories intertwined with their origins. To ensure the preservation and relevance of these visual representations for future generations, it is recommended to undertake comprehensive documentation and cataloging of traditional wax prints.
Analysis of Colours of Effutu Festival Costumes for Application in Contemporary Textile Design Safo-Ankama, Kweku; Sawyerr, Naa Omai
Humanities & Language: International Journal of Linguistics, Humanities, and Education Vol. 1 No. 5 (2024): Humanities & Language: International Journal of Linguistics, Humanities, and Ed
Publisher : Abdul Media Literasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/934zxs96

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The Aboakyir festival costumes present a colourful ambience and a panoply of varied colour schemes. The different colour ways and schemes presented by the parade of costumes are always a source of colour inspiration and creative visual sensibilities. The paper attempts to analyze the colours of Effutu festival costumes and their application in contemporary textile design. The study presents inspirational colour palettes on the basis of inspiration from the varied colour schemes presented and applied to contemporary textile designs. Ten (10) colour palettes are generated from different locations, scenes, and activities of the Effutu Aboakyir festival. With the help of the CorelDRAW software, each selected scenery generates a unique colour palette worth applying in contemporary textile designing activities. Each colour palette is applied to textile designs and checked for suitability. Findings revealed that the unique sceneries produce unadulterated colour palettes that could not be easily achieved by other sources of colour inspiration. It was also noted the colours presented on the colour palettes created successful harmonious colour combinations when applied to suitable contemporary textile designs fit for varied applications.
Co-Authors Acquaye, Richard Kusi, Cynthia Agyeiwaa Safo-Ankama, Kweku