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Jul 27, 2009   

LET YOUR IMAGINATION GUIDE YOU BEYOND THE BARK AND LIMBS.
It's a mask for all seasons! Here's a great way to use those left over paper scraps for making a Twig Mask of your own. Begin with a neutral mask form and turn it into an enchanted forest creature using this paper mache technique.

Use liquid starch for the adhesive medium and paper strips for the rest. Any absorbent paper can be used to shape the branches. However, brown paper is used for covering them. Begin by twisting paper strips into different lengths of branches or twigs. Hold them in place with overlapping paper strips. Do not saturate with too much liquid. They can be different sizes or swirls. Arrange around facial features to give an added dimension and character. Allow to dry. This can be repeated around the edge of the mask with vines, etc.

Cover branch and twig pieces with brown paper by gently pressing and shaping into place. If you want the entire piece to look wooden, cover entirely with brown paper. Otherwise, only cover the background with paper other than brown. Allow to dry. Paint the background. Use a dark paint color to stain the cracks of the limbs.

This is only the beginning. Allow your imagination to do the rest. If you would like to discuss this further, please drop me an e-mail. I'll answer any questions about supplies and resources.

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Posted by  rozani