Mask Making
ARTIST INSTRUCTOR: MICHELLE JAMIESON
August 22 – 26, 2022 – Five day course
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:
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Develop interesting and effective characters that will read well on a theatrical stage.
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Learn effective techniques for sculpting with Plasticine.
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Create a plastic positive of your mask design with our vacuum-form machine.
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Explore different mask-making techniques through a myriad of demonstrations.
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Discover new techniques to create wire, buckram, foam and additive sculpture masks.
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Develop skills to fit masks properly to actors.
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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.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Under guidance from Huron Perth Public Health, Off the Wall is requiring proof of vaccination for all students attending this course.
Cost: $ 560 (materials supplied) for the five day course.
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