Margaret Trowell School of Industrial and Fine Arts (MTSIFA) Collection
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Contributions of graphics design to the textile industry in Uganda
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The effect of technology advancements on graphic designers in Kampala Central, Uganda today
(Makerere University, 2023-06)This case study aimed at finding the efforts of technology advancements on graphic designers in Kampala central, the capital of Uganda today. To understand this study began with getting familiar to the common terms ... -
Exploring effectiveness of signage system in Masaka
(Makerere University, 2023-06)The purpose of the study was to investigate on the effectiveness of signages in Masaka. Hence the topic, Exploring the effectiveness of signage system in Masaka. The need for the study was the difficultly in interpretation ... -
The use of rebus books in enhancing the reading standards in rural schools in Uganda. ( a case study in Kawempe Ttula)
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Rebus books have been a major deal in educating many people around the world. The existence of these books has been strongly connected but is still a relatively unknown item in the education sector. Many children in Uganda ... -
Examining the influence of the western fashion trends on Ankole cultural ceremonial wear
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The influence of the flute boy sculpture to its audience in the Main Library of Makerere University
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Various meanings derived from fashion design at Maragret Trowel School of Industrial and Fine Art
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Drawing as a therapeutic measure against stress among the elderly in Olelpek Village, Apac District
(Makerere university, 2024)The study examined drawing as a therapeutic measure against stress among the elderly in Olelpek village, Apac district. The study was guided by the following objectives: 1. To assess the existing health and psychological ... -
A survey investigating the influence of Facebook and Instagram on contemporary art fairs in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Over the past decade the influence of the Web 2.0 has dramatically changed the way in which organizations communicate with their clients. This shift has not only paved its way into becoming an essential element of the ... -
The of caricature illustrations on modern politics in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2024)Illustration is an elective course unit entailed in the Bachelor’s degree of Industrial and Fine art done at the Margaret Trowel School of Industrial and Fine art under the Collage of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology ... -
How communication design can be used to improve the standard of signage in Katakwi district
(Makerere University, 2023)Katakwi district is a sub-region of Teso, located in the Eastern region of Uganda. It was formerly part of Soroti district until 1997 when it was turned into a district. It has an estimated population of about 178,000 people ... -
An exploration into a combination of structural and applied textile designs in the production of upholstery fabrics.
(Makerere University, 2024-12-06)The dissertation explores the possibility of a combination of both applied and structural textile designs on an upholstery fabric. Fabric designers at Margaret Trowell School of Industrial and Fine Arts in Makerere University ... -
The role of street art in creating a sense of belonging and identity for street children.
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Street children are poor or homeless children who live on the streets of the city, town, or village. Homeless youth are often called street kids or street child; the definition of street children is contested, but many ... -
Exploring the market of Ugandan hand woven kokooyi
(Makerere University, 2024-06-05)Exploring the market of hand woven textiles with the intention of collecting, analysing and interpreting information to help the weaving fraternity to make better and informed decisions and also improve the marketability ... -
Artistic exploration inspired by the collaboration of Red Ants
(Makerere university, 2023-05-05)Universities are supposed to be hubs of collaboration, but there's a gap at Makerere University's Margaret Trowell School of Industrial and Fine Art (MTSIFA) between comfortable third-year students and hesitant first-year ... -
Exploring photography as a tool in raising awareness about water and sanitation issues, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2024-12-09)The purpose of this research is to explore the potential of photography and how it has been used as a tool for raising awareness about water and sanitation issues. Presently, the demand for water has out-spaced population ... -
Contributions and achievements of text fad structural facility towards the development of textile industry
(Makerere University, 2023-06-11)Structured textile is under the visual arts sector which involves creative use of skills to makevarious products that are for domestic or monetary purposes. Textil structures arepredesigned for use in that field due to ... -
Promoting wildlife conservation through photography
(Makerere University, 2024)The study investigated how photography can play a role in promoting wildlife conservationthrough addressing the problem of destroying wild animals. A case study of Uganda wildlifeeducation center, Kampala Uganda. The purpose ... -
The effects of clay preparation on the quality of clay sculpture
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Clay is a form of earth that is a soft, plastic-like consistency that can be fire-hardened to very hard/sturdy objects. While in the soft form it can be shaped using many tools, including wire brushes, knives, and fingers. ... -
The role of street art in creating a sense of belonging and identity for street children in Wandegeya, Kampala Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Street children are poor or homeless children who live on the streets of the city, town, or village. Homeless youth are often called street kids or street child; the definition of street children is contested, but many ...
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