CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ART (CCA - FINE ART) JSS1 SECOND TERM

WEEK 1

INTRODUCTION TO LOCAL CRAFTS

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to:

1. Definition of Craft.

2.  Crafts and their Locations in Nigeria.

3.  Functions of the Crafts.

Contents

DEFINITIONS OF CRAFT

Craft is the skilful use of the hands in making functional and decorative objects from raw materials.

Craft can also be defined as the handiwork that demonstrates unique craftsmanship skills.

Craft revolves around activities that deal with the skilful making of functional and decorative products by hand and local materials. Craftsmen or artisans specialize in the making of various

craftworks and crafts to earn a living in Nigeria.

CRAFTS AND THEIR LOCATION IN NIGERIA