Abstract
This study employed quantitative method to assess various creative works that utilize Adinkra symbols and find out if the usageof the symbol is in agreement with Hierarchy of Needs Theory. The objectives of the study are to explore the symbolism ofAdinkra symbols through literature review and to analyse the relationship between the actual philosophical meanings of Adinkrasymbols and the artist’s philosophy behind the use of these symbols. The sampling method used was Stratified sampling andRandom sampling. Sixty (60) creative works were stratified into these strata: Sculpture, Graphic design, Jewelry and Textileworks. Random sampling was also used to sample 15 creative works from the total number of creative works in each stratum.The data was collected through “Pinterest” (online visual discovery tool). The study found 53% of Adinkra symbols properlyused in relation to the functions of the product. However, 47% of the Adinkra symbols were not in agreement with the Maslow’sneeds. In addition, most of the adinkra symbols used in textiles and jewelry works are basically for aesthetic purposes irrespectiveof the meaning of the symbol. The textile products accounted for the highest percentage (55%) of adinkra symbols that do notconform to Maslow’s Needs.
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