Papier Mache' Mask

three dimensional art

standards & concepts

CREATING

VA6.CR.1 Visualize and generate ideas for creating works of art.

VA6.CR.2 Choose from a range of materials and/or methods of traditional and contemporary artistic practices to plan and create works of art.

VA6.CR.3 Engage in an array of processes, media, techniques, and/or technology through experimentation, practice, and persistence.

VA6.CR.4 Incorporate formal and informal components to create works of art.

VA6.CR.5 Reflect on, revise, and refine works of art considering relevant traditional and contemporary practices as well as artistic ideation.

VA6.CR.6 Keep an ongoing visual and verbal record to explore and develop works of art.

PRESENTING

VA6.PR.1 Plan, prepare, and present completed works of art.

RESPONDING

VA6.RE.1 Reflect on the context of personal works of art in relation to community, culture, and the world.

VA6.RE.2 Critique personal works of art and the artwork of others, individually and collaboratively, using a variety of approaches.

VA6.RE.3 Engage in the process of art criticism to make meaning and increase visual literacy.

CONNECTING

VA6.CN.1 Develop personal artistic voice through connecting uses of art within a variety of cultural, historical, and contemporary contexts.

VA6.CN.2 Develop life skills through the study and production of art.

VA6.CN.3 Utilize a variety of resources to understand how artistic learning extends beyond the walls of the classroom.

CONCEPTS:

● Understanding the planning processes of three dimensional artworks

● Understanding the building processes of sculpture

● Reflection of what makes a quality piece of Artwork.

inspiration

Cultural masks are face coverings used in diverse traditions for ceremonies, rituals, performances, and more. They can represent deities, spirits, ancestors, or characters, often embodying symbolic meanings within a specific culture. Masks are used in various contexts, including honoring the dead, warding off evil spirits, and telling stories through dance and performance.

Mask Sculpture assignment

Form is a key Element of Art when discussing anything related to sculptures. The creation of physical 3 dimensional art is one of mankind’s oldest forms of self expression.

Using the images and your own research for inspiration sketch 4-5 ideas for how to build and decorate your mask.

reference your final sketch and use paper mache, newspaper, tape, and cardboard for the construction of your main body
paper mache the entire structure with 3 layers of newspaper to give the form strength
once the form is dry begin drawing out your design with pencil and then begin painting, adding yarn, construction paper and anything else you can imagine.

student samples

revised Art rubric ola.docx

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