Students studied the art of facial makeup’s in Chinese opera masks. Started in the 550 A.D. as ritual ceremonies to frighten off ghosts and evil souls and to relieve illness and suffering. It was also used in war to strike fear with their enemies. This all transformed eventually, to theatrical performances. Groups would go around from village to village to perform. This was well received and a great source for their entertainment. Facial makeup’s create different expressions, different roles as well as their dispositions and personalities by artistic exaggeration and color. Here, you will see some examples of students’ clay mask inspired by China’s Opera Mask. More information can be found at the following web sites:
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