TAAKRA ART AND CRAFTS IN COLABORATION WITH WOTCLEF

The Women trafficking and child labor eradication foundation (WOTCLEF) in conjunction with Taakra Art and krafts Academy are united in their committed to rebuilding lives.

WOTCLEF a non-governmental organization was initiated and founded by Her Excellency, Chief (Mrs.) Amina Titi Atiku Abubarkar , wife of the Vice- President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in 1999, and which is committed to building an international coalition that restores human dignity through empowerment, education, advocacy.

WOTCLEF is dedicated to the eradication of human trafficking in persons, child labor and violent abuses of the rights of women in society, as well as HIV/AIDS.

With similar goals, Mrs. Diane Oputa the founder of Taakra Arts and Kraft Academy partnered with WOTCLEF in a skill acquisition training program which she shares her crafting techniques to young ladies, teaching projects and skills that will enable them successfully reintegrate back into the society.

 

The National Coordinator WOTCLEF Mrs. Umaru with Mrs. Diane Oputa, Staff and students.

For more information:  08031002336

Visit us @ Taakra Academy, Justice Oputa Foundation Building along 6^th avenue Gwarimpa, Adkan Estate Abuja

 

HATS OFF TO BUNMI ADEYEMI OF REVIEW MILLINERS

The Name Bunmi Adeyemi of Review Milliners  is no stranger to the Hat making world in Lagos Nigeria.
Trained by Bimby Lads one of the for most recognized couture Millenary hat designers in Nigeria.
She began as a sales representative  for Bimby Lads and soon realized she had a flair for hat designing and never looked back. Her hats are made with Sinemay, straw, paper straw and other raw materials.

Today Bunmi Adeyemi is as well giving back her community through vocational training, working with various NGO's and school such as Taakra Arts and Crafts Academy.
Her Advise to upcoming hat makers is to remain focus and passionate about their work, the sky is the limit.

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INSPIRE ACADEMY AND TAAKRA AFTER SCHOOL ARTS AND CRAFT PROGRAM

The After school arts and craft classes took off without a hitch @ Inspire Academy Abuja.
It was amusing to hear the children address me Madam Taakra ,
as I've been call everything from Lady D to Area Mama. 

Preparing projects appropriate  for kids under 10 years old was our goal while also keeping them engaged  through the entire project.
Inspire Academy students were up to the task, keeping the instructors on there toes.
like  inquisitive minds, they asked intelligent questions and showed zeal and  enthusiasm .

Knitt And Crochet with Phil Roberts

Growing up in Nigeria Phil Roberts began knitting and crocheting in 1981 and never stopped.

With a growing passion and a knitting machine she began creating exquisite designs such as table cloths, hat and scarves sets, handbags, shawls and much more.

Over the last 3 decades, Phil Roberts focused on capturing the quintessence of Stoff, Farbe und Schnitt (fabric, color and cut) and communicating it to the world through her designs
 working mainly with natural fabrics like cotton, linen, silk and merino.

Her hand made knit wears are now being sold in exclusive stores in Germany where she also shares her expertise through works shops seminars  teaching others the art of knitting and crocheting.

At Taakra we commend Phil Roberts for her passion in her craft and her willingness to share with her community her God given talent.

For more information on her designs email us @ Taakra _ tv @ yahoo.com

 

 

Taakra Arts & Crafts in collaboration with NYSC

I would like to begin by apologizing for the break in transmission on Taakra’s blog. It was due to change in administration.

Now that were back on track, we will be keeping you posted on the monthly activities at Taakra Arts & Craft Academy.

August 15^th 2014 commenced the practical training for Batch B NYSC Corps.  

For the last 3 years Taakra Arts & Craft Academy participated as resource persons @ Kubwa center in the area of Crafts. 

Corpers were taught how to make Hair Fascinators, decorative hand fans, Cultural stationary books, wire work (fun rings) and shoe making with Ankara fabric.

A special subsidized package is offered to all Youth Corpers interested in Joining Taakra Arts & Crafts Academy after camp.

Our classes are also available to all interested in learning in cool and relaxing environment for more information contact us @ 07031002336 or email us @ Taakra_tv@yahoo.com

TAAKRA BAAZAR!!!!

Taakra Academy, School of Art and Crafts pulls off a successful Bazaar/ exhibition/ workshop  @ the Justice Oputa Foundation building in Gwarimpa , Abuja. 

The students displayed Beautiful necklace sets and unique Ankara hand bags, also on display were hand made fans,ankara shoes,hair fasinators, Christmas ornament and lot more .

Due to popular demand from Friends and participants Taakra will holding their arts and crafts Bazaar every Saturday up until the Xmas holiday to enable people to purchase there items.

This avenue has enabled our students to showcase their works to the public and prove to them that having a skill is the next step to self empowerment. 

 Join us every Saturday @ justice oputa foundation building 6^th Ave Galadima Gwarimpa Abuja.

Time: 12 noon-pm to 5 pm, come and appreciate the worlds of Art & Crafts!!!!!!

 

Legendary Art LLC (The Man Behind The Gun)

As a young child, Fredrick Benjamin closed himself off to the harsh reality of life, and drew for hours on end.  Drawing and painting always took me to a place where my soul was at ease Fred as his friends fondly calls him says. 

In my younger years I started off drawing super hero’s from my favorite comic books, then as I reached maturity, my art work evolved.  I have created oil paintings, acrylic oil pastels, chalk drawings, sketch art as well as stippling.  My passion is now tattooing.

 

From Sumter South Carolina, Fred’s drawings at an early age received recognition, as he won second place the NSBC Bank drawing completion and was awarded by Governor Campbell the Governor of South Carolina for his outstanding work.

It is from there he began to share his talent, when he was asked to teach art during a summer school program, an amazing experience Fred recalls which he enjoyed immensely.

A childhood friend  admired my art work and asked me to do his tattoo, to be honest I wasn’t interested in tattooing because tattooing was illegal in the state of South Carolina at the time.  I did my first tattoo in 1997 at the age of twenty one, even though tattooing was not legalized until April 2, 2006.

 I wanted to tat like the guys I admired in the magazines, but I was nowhere close until I developed my own style as an artist.  As an artist, it gives my clients something to cherish forever, and it also shows off my creativity.  Tattooing is limitless, and there are no limits to what you can do with a tattoo gun. 

I am a freelance tattoo artist, and I prefer it that way.  My gun will travel, so I am not confined to a shop.  Being a freelance artist is more hands on, I enjoy being up close and personal with my clients.  When people request a tattoo of a loved one they’ve lost, it touches me and it connects them to their loved one for an eternity.  I feel honored when I am able to share in their moment by offering my artistic creativity.

Tattooing is now my life’s work.  There is nothing in this world more fulfilling to me.  I am sixteen years strong in this business, with nowhere to go but up.  I started my own business Legendary Art LLC on August 20, 2010, and I am extremely proud of my accomplishments.  Tattooing is my way of becoming immortal! 

 Fredrick Benjamin will be visiting Taakra Art and Craft Academy in Abuja and Lagos where we will be holding a 2 week tattooing seminar for the inspiring artist.

To book your space call - 070-31002336

 Contact information: 803-983-9147

Facebook:  Frederick Benjamin or Benjamin Frederick/ legendary art

Instagram:  Legendaryartllc

Twitter:  Frederick Benjamin

frederickbenjamin@ymail.com

THE MAN BEHIND THE GUN