Mask project

The first mask I chose for inspiration because its use of movement. I searched water masks and that was the only image that seemed to have what I wanted. The curl form looks like waves and the texture with the rain drops gives the mask more dimension and gives the viewer some room for interpretation.

The second mask came up when I searched for a tissue paper mask. I wanted the tissue paper to enhance the text in my piece and I though the texture on this mask was unique. I also liked its organic form. This mask is what lead me explore other mask forms. 

The third mask with the cluster of flowers influences the texture in my mask. I liked that not only was the mask something you could wear but it had a life of itself. 

I used texture on my mask and made it more 3D but adding the crinkled tissue paper. There is contrast between the tissue paper and the painted portion. I kept the colors all cool to unify the piece. 

I think my mask is cute. I’ve done masks before and would’ve explore more items to bring it to life if I permitted myself more time. I might of used actual dried flower rather than tissue paper. I liked the idea of exploring different masks forms. That part was very experimental for me. Most of the masks I’ve made before were full face.