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Production of illustration signage to sensitize the sabiny community on the dangers of female genital mutilation in kapchorwa district
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-09) Oneka, Mary Lesley
The purpose of this study was to produce illustration signage to sensitize the Sabiny community on the dangers of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Kapchorwa District. The objectives of the research study were to establish the existing gaps in illustration signage in sensitizing the dangers of FGM and to design and produce illustration signage to sensitize the Sabiny community on the dangers of FGM in Kaptanya sub-county, Kapchorwa District. The qualitative study used Peirce's Theory of Signs. A Case study design was employed. A purposive sampling technique was used, where 19 respondents were purposely selected. The researcher collected data from interviews, focus group discussions, observation, photography, and studio experimentation. The findings revealed that the existing signage mainly displayed in urban areas is presented in a language that cannot be easily understood in that the kind of health danger associated with the practice, for example, pain and excessive bleeding, are not explicitly mentioned. Some forms of communication used were mainly on t-shirts worn by those in the urban areas, yet the critical issue is in the rural areas. Several key parties in the community are involved in joint efforts to bring about positive change in eliminating the traditional practice. Recommendations are that Sabiny girls and women be equipped with knowledge and skills that will empower them to be mindful of the health risks of the practice of FGM and engage in advocacy work aimed at curtailing and eventually eliminating the practice. Policymakers, law enforcement bodies, religious and cultural leaders, and NGOs should work tirelessly to end the practice of FGM. There is a need for scholars and visual artists to continue engaging in research and related activities on FGM in all parts of Uganda, where the practice is prevalent to support efforts made by other stakeholders. In conclusion, the world today keeps on evolving. Certain cultural practices cherished by some communities, such as FGM, are now considered harmful. FGM continues to inflict adverse health dangers on the Sabiny girls and women. Therefore, there is a need for the government to link up with its counterpart in Kenya to address the problem of Ugandan citizens who cross into Kenya to be circumcised. Rural areas have the highest FGM cases; the signage that points out dangers such as excessive bleeding and pain is hardly seen. Targeting rural communities with illustration signage is necessary for sensitization purposes.
The influence of foreign decoration on women's cultural fabrics in Ankole region; a case of Kazo district
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-08) Mugisha, Wyclison Bamuhayira
The study examined the influence of foreign decoration on women's cultural fabrics in the Ankole region, using Kazo District as a case study. The independent variable was foreign decoration while the dependent variable was women's cultural fabrics. The study was guided by the following objectives; to examine the extent to which foreign concepts of decoration have influenced women's cultural fabrics, to ascertain the factors that influence the choice of clothing among Ankole women, and to suggest design motifs for women's fabrics that promote Ankole cultural values. The study adopted a descriptive research design that was both qualitative and quantitative. The study comprised of a sample size of 98 and included: 01 tribal leader, 04 craftsmen, and 95 women decorators were randomly selected. The tribal leader and 2 craftsmen were selected purposively. The data collection methods were questionnaire surveys and interviews. The study also used a questionnaire and interview guides as data instruments. The collected data were analyzed both quantitatively and qualitatively. According to the findings, the influx of foreign fabrics into Ugandan societies has influenced women's fabrics in Ankole Region. The findings revealed that many factors influence women's choice of specific fabrics. These include a specific type of fabric based on its suitability to an occasion, event, or condition; thus, the type and style of fabric to be worn were determined by the occasion. The study's findings also revealed that women cared deeply about quality while remaining committed to the fabric's affordability. The findings revealed that foreign magazines are the source of their foreign fabrics and that they also get their choices of foreign fabrics from the television and social media the study's findings revealed that foreign fabrics breed indecency and that Ankole cultural fabrics are poorly patronized. According to the findings of this study, aesthetic factors influenced women's fabric selection. Findings also show that foreign fabrics have unique designs, indicating that many Ankole women shopped for such fabrics. Women believed that limiting the importation of foreign fabrics would promote Ankole traditional fabrics and that dressing in fabrics designed in Ankole, wearing fabrics with materials or garments originating in Ankole, and intensive education on the importance of our Ankole culture fabrics would promote Ankole traditional fabrics. The study concluded that foreign decoration has a significant influence on women's cultural fabrics in Ankole region because foreign fabrics came with unique designs and are attractive therefore many of the women in Ankole patronized such fabrics. The influence was both positive and negative. On the positive side it was found that foreign fabrics promoted the quality of the fabrics and on the other hand foreign fabrics lead to erosion of Ankole culture that was portrayed through fabric designs that contain Ankole cultural values. The study recommended limiting the importation of foreign fabrics to promote Ankole traditional fabrics the study also recommended that Ankole women should dress in fabrics designed in Ankole to promote Ankole culture. The study also recommended intensive education on the importance of Ankole cultural fabrics to promote Ankole traditional fabrics. The study recommends more research to be carried out to determine the effects of foreign styles of dressing on locally made and designed clothes in Uganda.
Creating paintings inspired by the traditional iteso akogo music instrument for contemporary spaces
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2022-06) Orhon, Solomon
"Creating Paintings Inspired by the Traditional Iteso Akogo Music Instrument for Contemporary spaces" is a study that produced paintings for contemporary spaces inspired by traditional Iteso Akogo Music Instruments. The objectives of the study were; (1) To establish the cultural significance of Akogo Music Instruments in the Iteso (Kumel village) community in Mukura Sub-county, Ngora District, Eastern Uganda. (2) To identify ways in which traditional Akogo Music Instruments can inspire decoration of contemporary spaces (3) To produce paintings for decorating contemporary spaces inspired by traditional Akogo Music Instruments. The study was carried out in Kumel Village, Mukura Sub County in Ngora District, Eastern Uganda, where seven respondents and a performance group were purposively selected. The research design was ethnography with research methods including in-depth interviews, direct observation, focus group discussion (FGDs), recording and photography. The data collected was subjected to studio experimentation to come up with the paintings. The findings indicate that; (1) the number of Iteso who are conversant with the use and application of Akogo music instrument continues to reduce because of many factors such as modernization, technological advancement and their related ideologies. (2) not so many Iteso did understand painting as a practice until when they encountered the Nyero rock paintings in Kumi district during the migration and movement of communities and, (3) Akogo music instruments are one of Teso's cultural heritage and when used as inspiration for paintings for contemporary spaces can promote and preserve Iteso material culture as well as create alternative sources of income. To change the perceptions on traditional Akogo music instruments, preserve and promote their importance, the researcher developed four projects through painting for decorating the hotel reception and conference room of Seven Eleven Hotel Ltd in Mukura. The projects were based on; "A Collaboration Tool'', "A Participation Tool'', "Mobilization Tool" and "Leadership & Communication".
The influence of changing community practice and its influence on lugbara funeral dance. A case study of tara sub-county, maracha district
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-07) Apolot, Martha
Paintings reconstructing the positive identity of Batwa minority group inspired by their Indigenous dances
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2018-11) Kamugisha, Edward
Worldwide, different communities have peculiar characteristics that make them different from others hence giving them identity. More so, despite the fact that modernity has carved some of the characteristics to become minimal and small, minority groups still keep most of their characteristics. The purpose of this study was to produce paintings depicting the identity of Batwa minority group inspired by their dances. The research was conducted under the following objectives; to analyze Batwa cultures that fanned their identity, to analyze how Batwa dances could be a source of inspiration to produce paintings for identity reconstruction, and to articulate dances through different studio possibilities in painting as building blocks to identity. The study was carried out in Rushaga area around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Kisoro District where seven respondents and a group of dancers were purposively selected. The study was etimography and the research methods included; direct observation, in depth interviews, focused group discussions (FGDs), recording, and studio experimentation. The findings indicate that because of Batwa being discriminated and marginalized, they probably developed inferiority complex which has led to the decline of their identity. To mitigate this negative perception, and promote their identity, the researcher developed three projects in painting that bring out the importance of the Batwa. The paintings were based on three dances of Yaanga dance, fight dance and the hunt dance. The findings reveal that the Batwa culture is so rich and can be used to promote their identity as well as being used as a source of livelihood. The study recommends that different Batwa cultures should be promoted for their wellbeing and reconstructing their identity.
A studio experimentation of intregrating text and image into painting based on selected ganda proverbs
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2013-07) Semiyagi, Allan Samuel
The study examined factors limiting integration of texts and images based on Ganda proverbs to effectively communicate social. Political, economic and cultural issues as expressed in painting in the Greater Metropolitan Kampala. The study was based on exploration of the relationship between images derived from Ganda proverbs to create paintings. A qualitative approach as employed to support this exploratory survey. The exploratory research design used a formative approach that required a different position to the understanding of the status of using painting text and image in Uganda. It also called for an applied approach intended to facilitate an intervention into the stated problem by initiating studio practices and applying proverbial texts and images integration into paintings. The results established the factors that limit the new painterly approach to the integration of text and image using Ganda proverbs. Artists who that combine text and image based on proverbs were recognized. The study identified and selected specific 'Ganda' proverbs that were used to articulate text and image in studio paintings. The data was collected from across a section of people with different knowledge and background, using stratified and purposeful sampling techniques. The same process was used to select the Ganda proverbs. In order to acquire primary data, the study used experimental visual observation to establish the role of text and image in Ugandan paintings. This also allowed the researcher to examine the existence or non existence of text and image in the present paintings and other arts such drawing. With reference to the entire guide hook, the collected data regarding the text and image in painting based on Ganda proverbs will be found substantially different from those that preceded it. Texts and images based on the Ganda proverbs have been used in a symbolic approach to translate the linguistic, economic and socio-political aspects that would not only speak to uninformed but also to those who were only literary aware of the selected proverbs. The paintings aimed to lift up the morals of the whole community, and are ideally suited to the public spaces, Town halls and homes thus inspirational and educational sort of genre. This study further explored the value of musical instrument from Ganda culture in both realistic and abstract, and enhancing them with text. It could be any text but on this incident, it was proverbs (selected) from Ganda verbal communication which served two purposes of contribute to a compositional aspiration and because of their meaning, they strengthen the cultural content embedded in the paintings.
Extraction and application of cyperus papyrus fibers in hand weaving
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-08) Kemirembe, Monica
The study aimed at exploring the possibility of extracting natural fibers from Cyperus papyrus plants, examining the suitability of Cyperus papyrus fibers for textile use and producing Cyperus papyrus hand woven products for home applications. The study used qualitative data collection methods. Some quantitative interpretations like graphs were, however, used to present demographic data. Collection of data was through in-depth interviews, observation, and photography. The collected data was analyzed through studio and laboratory experimentation to affirm the suitability of Cyperus papyrus in craft textile production. Findings revealed that the extracted fibers were suitable for craft textiles. For further affirmation of the suitability of Cyperus papyrus as a material for craft textile production, various products such as wall hangings, table mats and door mats for decorative and educative purposes were woven. Based on the findings it was concluded that Cyperus papyrus could produce long resilient strong fibers efficient for weaving and highly recommended for all hand weavers especially in educational institutions and in the textile cottages as a viable hand weaving material.
Woven narrative sculptures on survivors of human trafficking at omuti kreativ, lweza, wakiso, Uganda
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-08) Katesi, Jacqueline Kalange
The purpose of this study was to produce woven sculptures and a visual pocket guide that create awareness about the dangers of human trafficking among young girls at Omuti Kreativ, Lweza, Wakiso district. It was guided by three objectives: 1.) to find out the causes of human trafficking among young girls at Omuti Kreativ, Lweza, Wakiso district, 2.) to create woven sculptures that highlight the dangers of human trafficking among young girls derived from the narratives of survivors at Omuti Kreativ, Lweza, Wakiso district, 3.) to design a visual pocket guide that creates awareness about human trafficking for the youth in Uganda. This study was qualitative in nature, employed a case study research design with focus on Omuti Kreativ where ten female survivors of human trafficking were sampled. The respondents were purposively selected and collection of data was through methods like in-depth interviews, participant observation, focus group discussions, photography and reviewing documentary evidence. Findings revealed that; majority of the survivors were subjected to dangers of human trafficking like forced labour, sexual servitude, smuggling, psychological torture, involuntary servitude and to a lesser extent organ trafficking. These findings were subjected to studio exploration which resulted into production of eight sculptures: five free standing and three relief, wearable sculptures namely imprisoned by the passport, abatambuze (a set of three sculptures), ekyama, ekyambe 1, ekyambe 2 and munyambe. Subsequently, the sculptures were integrated into a visual pocket guide that creates awareness about human trafficking to enable accessibility to more people. The researcher recommended that the survivors need to be educated about their working rights, the law and how best it can protect them within these foreign work destinations, all learning institutions in Uganda ought to emphasize hands-on skills among the youth aimed at producing more job creators than job seekers, law enforcement personnel and policies in regard to human trafficking need to be revised and strengthened, more visual research needs to be conducted on human trafficking through art exhibitions to spark off both internal and external discourse among the publ
Visualizing Ankole proverbs through animations as a documentation and preservation alternative for Ankole Indigenous knowledge
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-07) Nasasira, Pius
The study set out to interrogate the Ankole proverbs that have been in existence as far as the advent of the Ankole ethnic group a thousand years ago, with much emphasis on their current state of documentation and preservation for the benefit of the future generation. These words of wisdom or phrases have been always or almost a daily spice of the speech especially with those well versed with these proverbs from children to adults concerning every aspect of life mostly on social cultural aspect. The study was guided by main three specific objectives which were, to examine the nature of Ankole proverbs and their applicability, whether children know and use the Ankole proverbs in their daily life experience, and to produce and find out the extent to which animation as an entertaining media has in preserving indigenous knowledge like Ankole proverbs. Therefore, the methodology used was qualitative methods, especially action research that involved engagement of the AMDA community based in the urban centers of Kampala metropolitan in nurturing the next generation youths. This stretched to the level of comprehensiveness by the children as compared to their adult counterparts and how these precious proverbs have been or are being documented and preserved for the next generation. In the same sense a graphical documentation solution was greatly considered in an audio-visual animation in Runyakore with English subtitle. The study found out the existence of a potential risk of losing most of our indigenous Ankole proverbs alongside other cultural values in preference to the alternative modern culture narratives and practices brought by technological advancement, that leaves no chance to express ideas in Runyankore and its rich proverbs thus the need to document and preserve these proverbs for posterity. Key wards: Ankole proverbs, Documentation, Preservation, Indigenous knowledge, Animation.
Signage for social inclusion of slum dwellers in Uganda: a case of kabalagala-kikubamutwe in Kampala district
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-09) Lubega, Andrew
The messages communicated on the signage displayed in public spaces within the slum of Kikubamutwe do not contribute to establishing an inclusive environment which aids process of improving the ability, Opportunity, and dignity of the people living there (The African Promise, 2015). This study focused on digging the causes of exclusion and challenges brought about by lack of inclusion among slum dwellers of Kikubamutwe, Makindye division in Kampala district. The study was conducted following three objectives which are: (1) To analyze the signage that portray social inclusion of slum dwellers in Kikubamutwe in Makindye Division, (2) To create socially inclusive messages for signage in Kikubamutwe in Makindye Division (3) To produce signage for social inclusion of slum dwellers in Kikubamutwe in Makindye division the third objective being the main. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to create socially inclusive messages to be used on signage in the slum. The efforts involved finding appropriate themes, images/symbols, typography, and colors. A case study research design was used to study slum dwellers in detail. This design allows for a close examination of a specific subject or group (McCombes, 2019). Convenience sampling is a method of choosing people for a study based on what is most convenient for the researcher. Purposive sampling is another method used to select participants who are readily accessible. The data was collected using direct visual observation, photography, and interviews. Also, electronic sources, library books and journals (Taherdoost, 2020). The findings proved that majority of the signage found in Kikubamutwe were done using rudimentary methods and lacked the right message presentation, colors and symbols to cater for all members of that community. By drawing inspirations from electronic sources and from opinions of the slum dwellers the researcher embarked on developing signage that is inclusive with translation in three official languages and with easy to interpret colors and symbols (Bala H. A., 2016). Finally, the researcher recommended that Signs installed in Kikubamutwe should deliver all round and understandable messages catering for all groups of both locals and visitors.
Financial literacy and financial inclusion: an analysis of women owned micro and small enterprises in Namugongo division, Kira municipality
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-10) Atuheire, Diana
The study investigated the influence of financial literacy on financial inclusion among women-owned Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in Namugongo Division, Kira Municipality. The study objectives were to investigate the influence of financial knowledge, skills and attitudes on the financial inclusion of Micro and Small Enterprises owned by women in the Namugongo Division. The study employed a cross-sectional quantitative survey design to obtain information from women operating MSEs. A sample size of 293 research respondents was considered in this research, selected using a stratified and simple random sampling method. The findings highlighted that financial knowledge and financial Attitudes significantly and positively predict financial inclusion at a significance level of 5%. However, financial skills had no significant relationship with the financial inclusion of women-owned MSEs in the Namugongo Division (P-value>0.05). The findings also showed that financial knowledge, financial attitudes, and financial skills account for only 57.1% of the variations in financial inclusion. The study further revealed that firm size partially mediated the relationship between financial literacy and financial inclusion. The study concluded that financial knowledge and financial attitudes play an instrumental role in enhancing the financial inclusion of MSEs owned by women in the Namugongo Division. The study therefore recommends that the government should draw a lot of emphasis on financial literacy by providing practical learning tools to women operating MSEs, it should also develop a collaborative national strategy for financial literacy which works with small and micro enterprises to increase protection for women seeking financial products and services from financial scammers. This is imperative in enhancing the intensity of financial inclusion activities in the country.
Graphical interpretation of English road sign texts into local language to sensitise boda-boda cyclists in nateete-rubaga division
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2022-07) Kawuki, Francis
The main purpose of the study was to establish the causes of accidents among the boda-boda riders, highlight their literacy level while identifying possible measures of how to reduce accidents through interpreting English road sign texts in local language particularly Luganda which is used by most of the people staying within Nateete. The study was guided by four objectives: To identify the causes of accidents among the boda-boda riders in Nateete, Rubaga division, Kampala, to investigate their literacy level on the usage of road signs and rules, establish the possible measures to reduce accidents among boda-boda riders and interpret English road sign texts into local language for the boda-boda riders. The research was carried out using a narrative research design and this allowed the researcher to acquire information from different categories of respondents, in order to obtain the needed information, interviews, questionnaire, observations and focus group discussion were the methods of data collection used. The key findings of the study indicate the most of accidents among the boda-boda riders are caused by lack of knowledge on road signs and rules. This is because most of them have not received training from driving schools and the road sign texts are in English which they are not familiar with due to their level of education, although there other causes. Therefore, the study established possible measures to reduce accidents among the boda-boda cyclists through interpretation of English road sign texts into Luganda which is understood by majority of the boda-boda cyclists at Nateete.
A studio exploration into the possibilities of using wood ash as a medium for drawing
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-05) Ashaba, Gabito
"A studio exploration into possibilities of using wood ash as a medium for drawing" is a study that explored the possibilities in which wood ash can be used as a medium in drawing, resulting into tangible drawings. The main objective of the study was to investigate the use of wood ash as a medium for drawing to complement the already existing media like charcoal, graphite chalk, pen and ink to mention some; and the specific objectives of the study were; (I) To establish the current situation on the use of wood ash as a medium for drawing, (2) To identify possible types of wood and their ash, (3) To experiment with the potentials of wood ash and produce drawings. The study was carried out at the department of Art and Industrial Design, Kyambogo University because it is a suitable ground for material exploration and experimentation basing on the fact that being an art academic community with several endless questions to handle in drawing. Whereas practical studio was carried out at the Department of Art and Industrial Design, Kyambogo University, the different types of wood and their ash were collected from the accessible localities like timber stores, homesteads and brought to studio. A sample of five types of trees/timber, as source of wood ash was selected to be part the study, depending on their availability in the timber stores that are accessible. A purposive sampling strategy was employed. The research study design was exploratory survey structure with research methods including direct observation, studio experimentation, library and archival survey and recording and photography. The data collected was subjected to studio experimentation to come up with the tangible drawings. The findings showed that; ( 1) a very small number of artists have tried to use wood ash as a medium for drawing, (2) there are 11 wood species found with similar wood ash in appearance and, (3) wood ash has great potentials to produce drawings, but with an adhesive. A good number of drawings were executed on various surfaces.
Public art in built environment: paintings in urban space of jinja city in context
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-08) Kirabo, Elizabeth
The role that public art can have in urban settings can be seen in Jinja City's Public art in built environment focusing on paintings in Urban Space. The study's purpose was to provide evidence of how Jinja City's social and economic development has been influenced by the presence of paintings in public areas. The study was conducted under three objectives; (1) to establish the nature of paintings in the public spaces for social- economic development of Jinja City. (2) To analyze the role of the selected paintings in public space for social-economic development of Jinja City. (3) To document the role of the selected paintings executed in the public space for social economic development of Jinja City. The study was descriptive in nature and mainly depended on purposive sampling. 37 respondents were purposefully chosen, including both artists and non-artists who were knowledgeable about the paintings. The study largely employed the qualitative research through qualitative data collection. The methods used in data collection include; direct visual observation, interview, photography, library research and documentation. Literary sources, such as books, newspapers, magazines, catalogues, and other printed materials, were used for the collection of secondary data. Findings point out that although paintings in the Urban Space of Jinja City are realistic, abstract and semi abstract, the message carried on to the intended audience was not clearly trangulated. The research's conclusions will assist academic researchers, working artists, cultural heritages, and other stakeholders in understanding the importance of assisting community members in fulfilling the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which aim to balance the social, economic, and ecological aspects of sustainable development.
Development of relief sculptures from waste eggshells as an alternative material for school of art and industrial design Kyambogo University
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-08) Arinda, Frankline
The purpose of this study was to develop relief sculptures from waste eggshells as an alternative material for School of Art and Industrial Design Kyambogo University. It was conducted under three objectives namely; to identify different waste materials that have been used to create sculpture at the School of Art and Industrial Design Kyambogo University, to execute design concepts for producing relief sculptures from waste eggshells for School of Art and Industrial Design, to develop relief sculptures from waste eggshells as an alternative material for School of Art and Industrial Design. This study was qualitative in nature and a case study research design used to gain information about waste materials for sculpture and provided an opportunity for innovation. Purposive sampling technique was applied based on sculpture students and lecturers who were practicing sculpture at the School of Art and Industrial Design. The researcher used interviews, direct observation, photography, Library and archival search methods to fulfill the study objectives. The information from different students and lecturers was gathered using interview guide, observation check list, reading list and studio practice guide which directed the researcher during studio exploration. This study observed that conventional materials like clay, cement and wood were commonly used for the production of relief sculptures at the School of Art and Industrial Design. This was due to the complexity of creating relief sculptures that came along with representing figures within a limited space which tended to be difficult while using waste materials like plastic bottles, polythene among others thus discouraging students. The study findings presented in both text and photographic formats were interpreted in consideration of techniques and material. They affirm that eggshells are a reliable and flexible waste material for the production of relief sculptures. This study recommends that waste eggshells can be used as a material by other universities and institutions of learning and also prototypes used for study purposes.
Exploring waste leaves as an alternative material for making indoor sculpture
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-07) Ssettimba, Benedict
This study explored the use of waste leaves as a reliable alternative material for indoor sculpture. Indoor sculptures have been made from different conventional materials obtained from the environment such as; metal, wood, ivory, silver, gold, bronze, clay among others. Most of these materials apart from wood and clay are very costly and not easily accessible. Wood and clay have been few of the easily accessible materials used by sculptors however, human activities such as construction, deforestation, dumping of waste products, farming, human settlements, charcoal burning, brick making and many others, have tampered with the environment hence the access to these materials is equally difficult. The researcher therefore investigated the use of waste leaves as an alternative material for indoor sculpture. The objectives of the study were to investigate the type of materials used in producing indoor sculpture in Kyambogo University school of Art and industrial design, to explore how waste leaves can be used as an alternative material for producing indoor sculpture and to produce sculpture samples from waste leaves as a reliable and alternative material for sculpture. The study was qualitative and employed a case study research design to collect data among respondents at the school of Art and Industrial design in Kyambogo University. The findings of this study affirm that waste leaves are a reliable alternative material for indoor sculpture, waste leaves can be used to produce indoor sculpture by using various sculpture techniques such as additive, subtractive or casting techniques and waste leaves can be used with an amateur for easy application of material and to give shape to the sculpture. This study recommends the use of waste leaves for production of sculpture to cut the cost of production using other materials and to save the environment. The study also recommends further research on the preservation of the finished sculptures for easy cleaning and restoration and using this material on outdoor sculpture. The continuous negative impact of human activities on environment reduce the availability of materials for sculpture because the different materials for sculpture such as wood, clay, silver, Gold, bronze among others are obtained from the environment therefore there is no future for the future sculptor. Well prepared waste leaves with a suitable adhesive, can produce a suitable, reliable and alternative material for indoor sculpture.
Artistic representation of food security among the pokots in matany, napak district
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2022-11) Okia, Emmanuel
This study artistically represented food security among the Pokot in Matany, Napak District. The study was conducted under three objectives: to examine the causes of famine in Matany, Napak District, to establish what artistic representations are used to preserve indigenous practices that promote food security among the Pokots, in Matany, Napak District and; to produce prints for future references to sensitize the people about indigenous practices that promote food security Among the Pokots in Matany, Napak District. The study employed an exploratory approach to un earth the required information about Artistic representation of food security among the Pokot in Matany, Napak District. Fourty two respondents were Randomly selected for their knowledge and expertise on the practice of food security and the views of the elders whose respective information guided the studio process, Data was collected using interviews, focus group discussion, photography, documentary analysis and studio experimentation based on the literature search and field work, the findings indicated that food security preservation played a big role amongst the Pokots, the preserved food is sold for purchasing other basic needs like salt, soap, sugar; helps in playing an important role in the society. For example, when in-laws visit the preserved meat is used as sauce and preserved food is also used for future days when there is completely nothing to eat in days of severe food scarcity. Therefore, the Pokot should encourage clan leaders and the elderly to instill the importance of embracing food security preservation among the youth through clan meeting, storytelling and use of food security preservation ways during events like child naming, festive dance and Heritage Day. Although the artifacts were produced for the Pokot community, for the purpose of promoting food security, the outcomes are beneficial to the entire Pokot community, Thus, Artistic representation of food security among the Pokots artifacts can continually be produced especially among the Pokots community and for the public consumption about food security preservation ways.
Female body as a source of inspiration for sculptural ideas depicting conflicts in Uganda
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2015-12) Nakidde, Nuulu
Over two decades now, Uganda has experienced forms of conflicts that have affected its citizen in different ways, especially after independence of 1962. The purpose of this study was to investigate the possibility of using the Female Body as a source of inspiration for sculptural ideas in stone depicting conflicts in Uganda. It was done for the need to widen the use of the female body in sculpture and obtaining new materials for sculptors during the production process. The study covered Uganda as a whole but narrowing to selected areas of Kampala and Wakiso districts. The objectives of the study were; Selection of artists who have used the Female Body as a source of inspiration, To establish factors limiting Ugandan artists creating sculptures using the Female Body as a source of inspiration To produce sculptural ideas in stone dust depicting conflicts in Uganda using the Female Body as a source of inspiration. The study used qualitative reseach design. It involved 60 participants who were conversant with the use of the female body as a source of inspiration and the history of conflict in Uganda, who were selected using convenient and purposive sampling techniques. Information obtained was interpreted through sketching and studio work capturing conflicts in Uganda. The research findings were presented through three dimensional (3D) and two dimensional (2D) sculptures depict causes, effects and remedies of conflicts in Uganda. In coercive governance, it was found out that the act was generating a disconnection between leaders and their subjects, many agencies coming in to sensitize the population about the rights regarding good governance as illustrated in plate XXX. The study found out that the female body has not been taken seriously as a source of inspiration for sculptural ideas depicting conflicts. The study recommends that more studies should also be carried out using the female body to portray the other types of conflicts.
A graphic approach to using selected ganda proverbs for transitional career guidance in secondary schools, Uganda.
(Kyambogo university [Unpublished work], 2016-12) Lule, Emmanuel Patrick
The purpose of this study was to enhance Career Guidance and Counselling by fusing precolonial cultural proverbs that inform transition as a component of Career development through graphic visual means. The study aimed at achieving the following objectives; 1. To establish the Ganda proverbs with meaning that address transition as a component of career development. 2. To explore possibilities of depicting transition through symbolic images. 3. To produce Graphic visuals that inform about transition guidance and counselling in secondary schools, Uganda. A qualitative study was done in order to fulfil the objective above; Three Ganda Proverbs that inform transition were selected from 969 proverbs. The selected Ganda proverbs were depicted through symbolic images which were pretested among thirty-six respondents from three selected schools with proverbial mottos (Kings College Buddo, Nabisuunsa Girls School, and Kyambogo College School) within Kampala and Wakiso district. Through studio practice, the researcher produced graphic visuals in a number of production techniques and methods which determined the type of materials that were used. The graphic visuals produced depict an option of enchasing Career Guidance and Counselling through the integration of indigenous cultural approach and visuals with images developed from known experiences and observations from nature. It further revealed that proverbs are a well of wisdom that relate to all situations experienced by individuals and can be used as inspirations for visual therapy to positively impact learners. Therefore, this study recommends further research in the use of oral literature in visual communications that impact peoples ' abilities.
Decorative wall hangings made out of fabric off cuts using the collage technique.
(Kyambogo university [Unpublished work], 2016-12) Luutu, Nakamya Assumpter
The study explored the different possibilities of using fabric off cuts to produce decorative wall hangings using collage technique. The study was conducted under three objectives that sought to( a) to the usage of fabric off cuts for the production of wall hangings using the collage technique,(b) to analyze the usage of different collage techniques for the production of decorative collage wall hangings (c) To produce decorative wall hangings out of fab1ic off cuts composed in different patterns that appeal in diverse ways using the collage technique The study employed the descriptive design, to investigate the potential of fab1ic off cuts in development of decorative wall hangings using the collage technique. To fulfill objectives a and b, the researcher used interview, direct observation, library, and archival search methods, c, studio experimentation The information from that population guided the researcher during studio experimentation. The study observed that a few visual artists in Uganda have experimented with fabric off cuts to develop wall hangings. Fabric off cuts are minimally used by artists for the creation of wall hangings because they are so much attached to using paint that they do not realize the beauty of fabrics thrown away as. The various types of fabric off cuts, differently textured, colored, shaped and patterned revealed that fabric off cuts is a material that can be used to register designs. The accessories comprising of wooden buttons, plastic buttons, glass beads and wooden beads used in some compositions to complement fabric the primary material revealed that fabric is a medium that can easily blend with other materials. The study findings are presented in both text and photographic formats which were interpreted in consideration of techniques, material and content attributes. They affirm that fabric off cuts is commendable material for wall hanging production using the collage technique. The research study was limited to use of fabric off cuts with a few other selected accessories. This study recommends further research on other accessories like leather, metal and other materials which are outside the scope of the study.

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