Mask Makers Web

Each character has a mask, or persona, whether they have a physical constructed mask on their face or not. For example, the lovers' masks are the painted faces of the actors. A mask has no past, it lives in the present. They are not effected by the events on stage. In other words, they never change. An actor's hands never touch the mask. Nothing can interfere with the gaze, the facial expression, of the mask. The mask is the center of the character. It drives the character and leads all action.

Added on: Jun 02, 2002 | Hits: 4209

The masks are made using the traditional Venetian method; that is, the design is sculpted in clay, then the model is cast in plaster, and finally many layers of paper are pressed into the resulting negative. This technique for creating the positive is called "stuck paper," or carta incollata. After the mask has dried, it is removed from the mold and covered with a slip of plaster. The masks are decorated with paints, ink, and other materials. The masks are designed to be comfortably worn or to simply hang on a wall.

Added on: Feb 20, 2004 | Hits: 5980

Fortgang, Helaine- Gonzalez, Julia Guadalupe - Guerrero, Zarco - Ellery, Barry - Linares, - Ramos Joe - Sandoval, Javier are showing their work here.

Added on: Jun 03, 2002 | Hits: 4352

MaskaSoo was created to share with you the mystery of the masquerade. Its creator calls herself an artist rather than a mask-maker, as she creates her masks from imported plastic molds, which are sometimes either cut and/or reshaped to achieve the desirable shape. These molds, you could say, act as canvas for the artist to express her art. Each mask is hand-made, one-at-a-time, by only one artist and is the results of her passion and love for the art of creating magical power through fascinating designs. We can only wish that these masks evoke in you the same feeling as those described in reference to Swarovski's "Masquerade" trilogy crystal figurines: "They reach out and touch our souls, stir up our emotions, and kindle the desire in us all to join in the mystery of the masquerade". MaskaSoo is now making these masks available to anyone who is a mask lover or collector, or simply anyone who wishes to join in the "Masquerade".

Added on: May 17, 2003 | Hits: 4657

Added on: Jun 01, 2001 | Hits: 4312

Mask Master Bobby Ray has introduced West Indies Indian masks and sculptures in a uniquely creative style through Raku clay. Ready to hang full head size wall masks and table sculpture artworks are most impressive and dedicated to the ancient Taino Indians of the West Indies.

Added on: Oct 10, 2003 | Hits: 5147

As an artist I seek for ways by which to address contradictions and paradox. “The Mask” has given me a form with which I can play with the paradoxical nature of human experience. “The Mask” is an object of concealment which will also reveal.

Added on: Aug 27, 2008 | Hits: 10080

Mexican Maskmaker - sale online

Added on: Jan 15, 2001 | Hits: 5532

Collection of masks by a Covington, LA artist.

Added on: Oct 10, 2003 | Hits: 4430

(Go TO Bottom of page and click on masks.)Works in ?Stone Cardboard? Aquest material permet de fer obres molt grans i tamb? molt petites, ja que ?s un material que, despr?s de seguir tot un llarg proc?s, d?na un producte de qualitat, el qual ?s perdurable i consistent. A Catalunya ?s un ofici arrelat des de fa molt i molt de temps, oferint un ampli ventall de peces com: Gegants i Nans; Carrosses, tant per a Reis/Epifania com per a Carnestoltes; motius d'adornament i decorats teatrals i per a envelats; titelles, nines, cavalls, capses i un llarg nombre d'altres coses. This material can be used to create works of both very large and very small dimensions, since it is a material that, after undergoing a long process, gives a high-quality product which is solid and durable. This craft has been established In Catalonia for hundreds of years and has offered a wide range of artistic works, such as: Giants and Dwarfs; parade floats for the Magis of the Epiphany, as well as for Carnival (Mardi Gras); decorative themes of all kinds and theatrical settings; puppets, dolls, hobby-horses, coffers, caskets and countless other items.

Added on: Jun 04, 2001 | Hits: 4221

Lucrecia Novoa studied Fine Arts in University of Chile and the Massachusetts College of Arts In 1996, Lucrecia attended the Art of the Mask course offered by Eric Bornstein. This was a turning point in her career. Under Eric's patient guidance, she learned not only techniques of mask masking but also how to mold gestures and expressions into the masks. In the process of creating them, Lucrecia was forced to look at her self in the mirror constantly. What she found was the recollection of past anxieties, frustrations and anger. That's why her first masks were very dark

Added on: May 21, 2002 | Hits: 4361

the german woodcarver and maskmaker Christian Schweiger invites you to his atelier, a century old circuswaggon...

Added on: Dec 14, 2002 | Hits: 4480

website under construction. Lindsay has a BA in Art History and Practice as well as a B.S. in Anthropology from Northwestern University. She spent 2 years in Niger, West Africa where she studied with traditional wood-workers, mask-makers, batik artists and silversmiths. Rust has collaborated with BOXTALES on numerous mask and theater projects. In 2000, BOXTALES invited Rust to design the visual world for Jambo Watoto - a collection of East and West African tales. Much of the work that she completed for Jambo was influenced by her experiences living and working in Niger, West Africa from 1996 to 19'98. Most recently, Rust collaborated with Boxtales on Waters of the Earth: Multicultural Tales of the Sea. Designed to depict various characters from seafaring mythologies around the world, this collection of masks and props reflects Rust's continually developing artistic style.

Added on: Jun 09, 2002 | Hits: 4800

Linda Bucheli trained in visual arts in Quito in Equador & the Nansen Academy in Norway before becoming Wolf + Water Arts Company?s mask maker. She also works with the company as a designer & workshop facilitator, especially with children & people with learning difficulties. To see samples of Linda's masks please click here.

Added on: May 16, 2002 | Hits: 4226

Leema Sam is a small entrepreneur. She makes masks, Thanjavur dolls and dancing horses. Her creations have even reached the Galerie Lafayette in Paris and Harrods in U.K, where her masks are much sought after. But at one time, Leema?s story was that of a struggler, groping for a foothold in the small-scale handicraft industry.

Added on: Apr 02, 2001 | Hits: 4392

by Renzo Antonello

Added on: Apr 26, 2001 | Hits: 4358

"My mission is to share magical creativity and spirituality to enlighten and transform."

Added on: Jan 16, 2001 | Hits: 4706

Kuniko?s performance is dramatic Japanese Storytelling of myths and fables plus social ideas designed to educate and entertain. The combination of traditional Japanese music, hand crafted masks, highly stylized movement and a touch of magic make this a performance appealing to all grade levels.A native of Japan, Kuniko Yamamoto received her Bachelor of psychology from Otani University of Kyoto, Japan in 1983. Started performing professionally in her hometown of Osaka where she grew up studying traditional dance, music and theater. She has received national exposure performing Japanese Storytelling at the Silk Road International Exposition and on Kansai National TV in 1985. The following year Kuniko traveled to the United States to study with Tony Montanaro, highly respected mime and actor. Then three years after, began touring with Faulkner Light Theater where she helped present lavish stage illusions and brought ancient tales to life with shadows and magic. For the next five years she has performed constantly in theaters, elementary schools, colleges, and festivals across the country.

Added on: May 26, 2002 | Hits: 4370

Kirsten is a selftaught wood carver, mask-maker-player and instructor to various assignments in Scandinavia, Europe and Greenland. The masks are done in pine or birch. Their expressions are being accentuated by the yearrings and the surface treatment. They are being used in many connections: exhibitions, workshops, teaching, theatre and processions. Kirsten is also working with paper, metal, glass-fiber and making plaster figures, big sculptures and reliefs. Since 1982 working with the theatre group Morild. They are playing with masks and telling stories for children and adults. She is the leader of Dunkelfolket which is a group existing of up to 45 maskdancers. Dunkelfolket has attended many different carnivals: Aalborg, Stockholm, Viareggio, London, Vilnius, Oslo just to name a few. In february 2000 Dunkelfolket is going to be one of the main attractions at the big New Year celebration in Singapore. Kirsten has since 1995 been working as an instructor and maskmaker at "K?bmands-g?rdens teater". In 1998 she took part in the "Hope theatre Festival" in Tokyo Japan, and the same year she went to Canada on a study tour to visit the Haida Indians. Kirsten is a teacher at "Nordjyllands Amt" where you can hire an artist for only a fourth of a normal salary. She is a member of "Danske Billedkunstners Fagforening","Kunstnernes kooperative" and "Det kunstneristiske R?d Kunstpavillon-en Aalborg". From 1993 to 97 she has been a member of the group behind "Aalborg Kommunes Kul-turpulje". Dunkelfolket got Nordjyske Kulturpris 2001.

Added on: Feb 05, 2002 | Hits: 4873

Kephart Taiz is an art educator, sculptor, and performance artist. He originated the Taiz Life Mask Casting System and facilitates mask-making and portraiture workshops for people of all ages. He also creates performance art that incorporates his innovative costuming with live music, stilt-walking, and dance. He has performed at venues in Arizona, California, and New Mexico and regularly appears with the Rhythm of Life dance ensemble.

Added on: Apr 28, 2003 | Hits: 4484

Katja has been making maks and costumes since 1992. She uses a variety of methods: paper mache mask over a clay mold, wire based paper mache helmet masks and wire based cloth masks using natural materials like bark or rafia. Since 1995 she has studied with Eric Bornstein and works with 'Behind the Mask Theater' doing outdoor events like First Night.

Added on: May 21, 2002 | Hits: 4001

Site under construction april 2001 KT wrote the article " Breaking the Silence " Katheryn Trenshaw is a fine artist and an experienced group leader specialising in healing through art, ritual, body awareness and creativity. Her contagious passion for life and her ability to encourage celebration and making the everyday sacred are hallmarks of her workshops throughout the U.S. and Europe. Katheryn unabashedly believes in magic and laughter as medicine!

Added on: Apr 24, 2001 | Hits: 4245

With deep gratitude to the Universal Spirit for its guidance and illuminating love and to our many students who have shared with open hearts, courage and joy in this BodyMindSpirit process. In the spirit of aloha, Kaleo The spirit of the islands is the gentle wind.Born and raised in Hawai'i, Kaleo received a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Hawai'i. He received a Masters in Studio Art at the University of New Mexico and also became a Certified Fine Art Lithographer from the prestigious Tamarind Institute. As a Certified Acupressurist in the Bay Area he integrates oriental bodywork and massage with his 25-year BodyMindSpirit practices of T'ai Chi, Chi Gung and art.

Added on: Jan 27, 2001 | Hits: 5043

Bule, como se conoce a este maestro del arte de la confecci?n de m?scaras, se aparta del tradicional diablo para crear unas impresionantes caretas inspiradas en la morada final de hombre, la muerte. Los rostros creados por ?l, representan osamentas que abren sus mand?bulas y saca a relucir una impresionante dentadura elaborada con dientes de vaca, cerdo o cualquier otro animal. Lantigua Cruz, artista y profesor, experimenta con varias t?cnicas en su trabajo, adem?s de las m?scaras mencionadas anteriormente, crea otras inspiradas en sus propias fantas?as e investigaciones, como lo son, aquellas que nos remontan a la legendaria Africa, con rostro tosco y pelo realizado con soga o cabuya.

Added on: Feb 21, 2001 | Hits: 4170

We not only wish to sell . We hope you ?ll really enjoy our work and get excited , as well we experience it at the time of manufacturing. Although we?d really like you to buy our handicrafts , - since they are our way of life - by means of the masks we?ll try to be a point of meeting with different specialties and feelings .We accept any kind of suggestions . Our "Mask investigation workshop center" , hopes to exchange information , experiences of differents events and workshops , questions , doubts , certainties , etc. concerning the mask from different points of view (theoretical or technical aspects , anecdotes , etc.) Example : we?re looking for pictures of buffoons , jesters and clowns ; if you have somethings like this , and want to send one , we?d appreciate your help. !!

Added on: Apr 02, 2001 | Hits: 4072