Mask Making Project Masks VAHSVACU 2 b Creates
Mask Making Project
Masks VAHSVACU. 2 b. Creates art work that explores ideas, issues, and events from current and past cultures. VAHSVAPR. 4 a. Translates 2 -D sketches into 3 -D form.
Masks Learning Objectives: Explore using a mask for the purpose of communicating history and culture, evoking emotion or storytelling.
Masks Essential Question:
Assessment Rubric First Name: Last Name: Class Period: 0 -4 Poor 4 3 0 -2 5 4 3 0 -2 (Total: 50 x 2 = 100 for most possible points) Final Grade: ______ Learning Objective: Teacher’s Rating 5 -6 Fair 5 Rate Yourself 7 -8 Good Criteria 1 Learning objective: Criteria 2 Directions & Initiative: Criteria 3 Effort: Criteria 4 Craftsmanship: 9 -10 t Circle the number that best shows how well you feel that you completed that criterion for the assignment. Excellen Assignment: Your Total Teacher Total
CRITERIA 1 Learning Objective: Directions & Initiative: CRITERIA 2 CRITERIA 4 Effort: Craftsmanship: CRITERIA 5 Excellent Good Fair Poor 9 -10 points exceeds meeting objectives of project 7 -8 points 5 -6 points objectives of project not met 0 -4 points little attention to producing a quality piece, project objectives not met succeeds in meeting objectives of project 5 points 4 points 3 points 0 -2 points followed directions well and added creativity _______ more than required number of thumbnails, each one a possibility for successfully project, each detailed and carefully drawn, clearly communicated followed most of the directions but work did not suffer because of missed steps, _______ correct number of thumbnails, each containing sufficient detail, many instances of refining or revising ideas/details, two to three possibilities for a successful project, ideas are clear partially followed directions but diverted for easier solutions _______ correct number of thumbnails, containing adequate detail, evidence of revising or refining of details, one or two possibilities for successful project, ideas slightly fuzzy did not follow directions, took short-cuts to finish project _______ poor quality and hastily drawn thumbnails, less than required number of thumbnails, no evidence of revision or adjustment, ideas not clearly defined 5 points 4 points 3 points took time to develop ideas were partially ideas were poorly idea(s), completed project, developed but project was developed, project not didn’t rush, good use of completed in time, used of completed in time, did not class time wisely use class time wisely 0 -2 points ideas were incomplete, project not completed, failed to use class time wisely 4 points 3 points most of the edges nicely treated, work appears somewhat pleasing, could have worked to greater potential some of the edges properly treated, obvious gaps and empty spaces left, did not work to full potential 0 -2 points 5 points project was neat, clean & complete, worked to full potential sloppy construction, poorly treated edges, incomplete, used very little or no ability
African Masks Ritual and ceremonial masks are an essential feature of the traditional culture and art of the peoples of Sub-Saharan and West Africa.
African Masks African masks usually have a spiritual and religious meaning and are used in ritual dances and social and religious events, and a special status is attributed to the artists that create masks and to those that wear them in ceremonies.
African Masks In most cases, mask-making is an art that is passed on from father to son, along with the knowledge of the symbolic meanings conveyed by such masks.
The Elements of Style in an African Mask There are two main forces that influence the style of an African tribal mask: 1. The traditional style that is dictated by the social and religious beliefs of the community. 2. The individual vision of the carver.
The Elements of Style in an African Mask African tribal artists do not try to create a perfect representation of their subject. Although some realistic portraits are made, others celebrate more abstract qualities like nobility, beauty, courage, mischief and humor.
The Elements of Style in an African Mask They create an idealized version, emphasizing those elements that they consider most important:
The Elements of Style in an African Mask q COMPOSITION Formal symmetrical arrangements of line, line shape and form in figures and masks evoke integrity and dignity.
The Elements of Style in an African Mask q TEXTURE Skilled craftsmanship, fine detail and quality of finish are of great importance to the African tribal artist. Highly polished surfaces which represent a youthful healthy skin reflect the idea of beauty and virtue, while rough dirty surfaces suggest fear and evil. Many African carvings portray the idealized human figure in its prime, brimming with health, strength, and celebrating fertility or virility.
The Elements of Style in an African Mask q SHAPE African masks take on many forms. They can be oval, circular, rectangular, elongated, heartshaped, animal or human, or any combination of these.
The Elements of Style in an African Mask o. The simplification and abstraction of visual elements in the art of the African Mask emphasize its expressive power. o. When we look at EXPRESSIONIST ART of the 20 th century, we tend to think of it as a European style. o. One look at elements of African art shows you where this visual vocabulary was born.
Punu Mask Punu masks represent the idealized beauty of Punu women, and should only be carved by Punu men.
Punu Mask They are portrayed with their traditional highdomed hairstyle, diamond- shaped scarification marks on their forehead and they often have eyes that display oriental characteristics.
Punu Mask The elaborate Punu hairstyles suggest that the wearer is wealthy as her hair has not been flattened by the need to carry goods.
Punu Mask Sometimes Punu masks are painted white with kaolin clay to represent the spirits of dead ancestors during funerals.
Lulua Mask The Lulua were famous for decorating their bodies with intricate scarification marks and tattoos. They also applied these designs to their sculptures and masks. Democratic Republic of the Congo
Lulua Mask These rare masks are usually incised with geometric pattern and colored with a reddish pigment. The pointed forms on the top of the head represent the Lulua hairstyle. Democratic Republic of the Congo Datoga tribe women of Tanzania with her tribal beautification marks bumps
Scarification
Scarification
Wood Large Gye Nyame Safari Mask (Ghana) Hand-carved of nonendangered Cedrella wood by Joe Mensah from Ghana. 'Gye 'Nyame' on the top of the mask to symbolize the power of God over the universe and to make all things possible Materials: Cedrella wood Dimensions: 24 inches high x 10 inches wide x 5 inches deep
(Spanish: Día de Muertos) is a Mexican holiday observed throughout Mexico and around the world in other cultures. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died.
The celebration takes place on October 31, November 1 and November 2, in connection with the triduum of Allhallowtide: All Hallows' Eve, Hallowmas, and All Souls' Day.
• Traditions connected with the holiday include building private altars called ofrendas, honoring the deceased using sugar skulls, marigolds, and the favorite foods and beverages of the departed, and visiting graves with these as gifts. They also leave possessions of the deceased.
The Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico can be traced back to a pre. Columbian past. Rituals celebrating the deaths of ancestors had been observed by these civilizations perhaps for as long as 2, 500– 3, 000 years.
In the pre-Hispanic era skulls were commonly kept as trophies and displayed during the rituals to symbolize death and rebirth.
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Tiki mask In ancient mythic Hawaii, ancient Hawaiians filled their amazing land history with Tiki gods.
Tiki mask They were worshipped through human sacrifice, chants (for wealth, death or love), prayers, surfing and lava sledding.
Tiki mask
Masquerade Masks
You will receive a demonstration on how to slab build before starting mask construction
1. Red clay 2. Rolling pins 3. Sticks 4. Clay tools 5. Sketchbooks Sculpture students can use papiermâché process, but they must research how to do it on their own
you must: 1. Decide the type and shape of mask you want 2. Research 3. Sketch out your design 4. Ceramics 2 & 3 Have the option to create an altar / Ofrenda no more than 12”.
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