Animal Mask

Bear by H. Skourtis

Design and construct a wearable (full head) mask representing an animal. 

Media:

• Cardboard
• Oaktag
• Masking Tape
• White Glue 

Steps:

1. Before beginning, research ritual masks from various cultures, masks and mask-like artwork from modern and contemporary art, and masks from movies and popular culture.
2. Google search "cardboard sculpture mask"
3. Collect cardboard.
4. Collect visual references of the animal.
5. Do reference sketches of the animal from various angles, using collected photographs and a visit to the Burlington Science Center.
6. Draft your design from various angles using pencil on paper
7. Plan your mask's construction. Think of this as a sculpture made of planes (flat surfaces).
8. Research "paper engineering" and paper/cardboard attachment techniques, such as tabs and slots.
9. Build.

NOTE: You will eventually designing an illustrated "how to" booklet explaining the steps in the construction process.

Grading Criteria:
Studio Habits of Mind