How Do You Make A Papier Mache Vejigante Mask?
Vejigantes are part of the Puerto Rican culture. These comical characters appear in celebrations wearing masks and costumes with wings. They have been used to symbolize different things over the years, from the devil to a resistance to colonialism.
The brightly colored Vejigante mask consists of a papier mache face and horns. Step 1 Make a mold of the face of the person who will be wearing the mask. Cut foil bigger than the head of your subject.
Place the foil against the person's face and, quickly, press around on the foil around the person's face to get the impression. Step 2 Remove the foil and cover both sides of it with masking tape. Do this carefully so you do not lose the impressions.
The masking tape makes the mold stronger. Step 3 Use a pair of scissors to cut openings for the eyes and mouth in the appropriate spots on the mold. Step 4 Make horns with cardboard.
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Papier mache is a versatile medium for making three dimensional art. Simple enough for a child to do, it also can be used in more challenging projects for an adult. You can make your own papier mache mask to complement a costume or to hang as a piece of art.
You probably have all the necessary ingredients and tools on hand, making this a good project for rainy days or to alleviate summer boredom. Step 1 Choose a bowl that is similar in size to your face; a bowl without a lip on the bottom for stability works best. Lay it upside down on a covered work surface and wrap it in plastic food wrap.
Step 2 Tear newspaper into 1 inch by 3 inch strips, approximately. Set nearby so you can easily reach them. Step 3 Mix 1 part flour to 1 part water in a large mixing bowl.
It should be creamy but still pour easily. Step 4 Dip strips of newspaper into the flour mixture and lay them on the plastic covered bowl. Overlap each strip slightly and smooth in place with your fingertips.
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