August 7-11 (Five Days)

ARTIST INSTRUCTOR: MICHELLE JAMIESON

Learn to sculpt, construct and decorate theatrical masks using a variety of materials to create fantastical stage beings.​ In this intensive, one-week course, practice and expand on the following behind-the-scenes skills:

​Develop interesting and effective characters that will read well on a theatrical stage.

• Learn effective techniques for sculpting with Plasticine.

• Create a plastic positive of your mask design with our vacuum-form machine.

• Explore different mask-making techniques through a myriad of demonstrations.

• Discover new techniques to create wire, buckram, foam and additive sculpture masks.

• Develop skills to fit masks properly to actors.

• Learn painting techniques that will enhance your sculpted mask.

​Key Information

The low student-to-teacher ratio in each course ensures instruction is geared to the participant’s skill level and experience. Please indicate your related experience when you register.

Register here!

Registration Information

Cost: $595 (includes materials)

Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Location: Desmond Heeley Studio,

              Factory163, 163 King Street,

              Stratford N5A 4S2

Target enrolment: 10 students

For more information, contact:
Susan Starkweather, Program Advisor
info@stratfordoffthewall.com