Colour Theory and Application · SHS2 Art And…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.3.2.LI.1 - Identify and explain colour relationships and symbolism in the various Ghanaian cultures.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least five colours and explain their symbolic meanings in two or more Ghanaian cultural contexts (e.g., Asante, Ewe, Ga, Fante, Dagomba).
Explain the difference between colour relationships on the colour wheel (complementary, analogous, monochromatic) and how these relationships appear in Ghanaian textiles, regalia, and ceremonial objects.
Analyse real-life images, photographs, and videos to interpret the cultural symbolism of colours used in Ghanaian festivals, funerals, chieftaincy, and daily life.
Compare and contrast how the same colour can carry different meanings across different Ghanaian ethnic groups, using evidence from sourced materials.
Present findings from a small-group brainstorm using a poster, flip chart, or digital slides that explains colour symbolism in Ghanaian cultures with accurate terminology.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Design for Life (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Colour Theory and Application (3.2)
Content standard: 2.3.2.CS.1 - 2.3.2.CS.1 Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and application of advanced colour theory in design. 2.3.2.LO.1 Use knowledge of the colour relationship to create art and design works that incorporate and interpret Ghanaian colour symbolisms in response to cultural engagements.
Indicator: 2.3.2.LI.1 - Identify and explain colour relationships and symbolism in the various Ghanaian cultures.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 12 (Week 32 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 93

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Collaborative Learning: Brainstorm by using relevant sources, to explain colour symbolism in the various Ghanaian cultures.
Problem-based Learning: In smaller groups, use real life images, photography and videos to explain colour symbolism in the various Ghanaian cultures.

Assessment (2.3.2.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Materials:
- Textbooks
- magazines
- journals
- web references
- audio-visual gadgets
- videos
- flip charts
- TLMs on colour symbolism
- posters
- flyers
- buntings
- paintings
- sculpture
- drawings and illustrations