We are not just performing the show we are helping with all elements with the help of technical crew, stage managers and costumiers. My task in the group is mask designer this is where I work with Penny the costumier to design the masks that will be used in the show.
Step ONE
As I had to keep with Native American theme i researched their outfits and headresses they used for dances, festivites or everyday life. Also to research the animals to give traits of their physical appearence.
Step ONE
As I had to keep with Native American theme i researched their outfits and headresses they used for dances, festivites or everyday life. Also to research the animals to give traits of their physical appearence.
Step TWO
With these images and the research I could design the masks and begin to make smaller tryouts.
These tryouts are not the set layout but give an idea on how they are two be made.
Step THREE
With my mini designs Penny used the template to enlarge them to scale and simplifying the designs.
Process-
-First Draw a design that would not involve to many seperate pieces but was still easy to work with.
- Next is to bind the shapes together, we found it easy to use office equipment to attach papers, it does not restrict the movement of the mask but still is secured easily.
- Using the heat gun you can then manipulate the plastic to any shape, this really worked well for ears, beaks and whiskers.
- A few of the masks before painting.
Claire wearing Crow
Sophie wearing Horse
Excellent work. YOu really managed to capture the style of the piece. YOu agreed to take this on and then attacked the project with commitment and professionalism. You interacted with Penny really well taking advice and guidance where needed. When you were set a task you did it there and then and met every deadline. Well done with this project it added emmensly to the overall look. WHat is more you never complained and demonstrated that you were a professional collaborative team player. Thank you.
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