Mask MakingWhat you need to know about paper mache

mask making:

*You will use a form that looks like a human face.*You will need to apply at least 4 layers of paper mache to make your mask mold strong.*You will need to apply the mache carefully to minimize the torn paper texture and wrinkles.*The last layer should be white or a planned color.

*Change the form of the face by adding parts like ears or a big nose.

*Add color with colored papers or paint.*Add textures with various found materials.*Add details with markers, pencils, yarn, glitter, etc.

Things you can do to your mask:

Steps in Paper Mache MASK Making

*Write your name and class on a piece of tape using a permanent marker. Attach the tape to the underside of the mask.

*Wet entire mask with paper mache paste. Apply first layer of paper using small torn paper pieces. Wet each piece as it is applied.

*Paper mache at least 3 layers with paper provided . Show your best craftsmanship.

Day 1Hour Art

Day 2 ½ hour art

*Hold mask up to light. Check for spots that may need more layers. Add more layers if needed.

*Add any understructure additions .

*Complete final layer of mache using white paper.

*If you are done at any point, work on finalizing 2D sketch and have approved by teacher.

Day 3-Day 5 *Finish applying any paper mache needed.

*If you are done at any point, work on finalizing 2D sketch and have approved by teacher.

*When mask is dry, with a pencil , sketch lightly onto mask basic design for line and color placement.

*Add color with paint, paper, markers, etc.

*Add textures using fibers, glitter, sequins, sand, etc.

*Critique or critically analyze mask and add finishing details to mask with outlining or texture. Ask at least three friends for their advice.

Requirements of your mask:

*Strong durable mask.*Sketch of final design and list of supplies needed and approved by teacher.*Mask texture is planned and has desired quality.*Color and extra materials are added carefully

showing your best craftsmanship.*Mask has a finished quality using outlining as

needed.*Write at least 3 sentences about your mask and

what cultures influenced your design.

Masks of ASIA

ASIAN

ASIAN

ASIAN

ASIA

N

ASIA

N

ASIAN

ASIA

Masks of AFRICA

AFRI

CAN

AFRICAN

AFRICAN

AFRICAN

AFRICAN

AFRICAN

AFRICAN

Masks of Europe

EUROPEAN

EUROPEAN

EUROPEAN

EUROPEAN

EUROPEAN

EUROPEAN

NORTH AMERICA

NORTH AMERICAN

NORTH AMERICAN

NORTH AMERICAN

CENTRAL AND

SOUTH AMERICA

Central and South American

Central and South

America

Central and South America

Masks of Australia

Australian

Aust

ralia

n

Masks of the Arctic