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African Masks

African Mask - step 6

African Mask Design Lesson

Step 6

Draw some tattoo designs or scarification marks on the light side of the face.

These markings are often used on masks to communicate coded information or social status. They can also represent magical or religious power.

 

African Mask - step 6a

Cut out the tattoo or scarification marks, flip them over and place them on the opposite side of the design to create a symmetrical arrangement.

Symmetrical arrangements of line, shape and form in masks evoke a sense of integrity and dignity.

 

Click on a link below to see different steps in the lesson.

 

You can click on a link below to navigate to any mask.

Baule Mask
Biombo Mask
Bwa Mask
Dan Mask
Goma Mask
Kota Mask
Kwele Mask
Ligbi Mask
Lulua Mask
Lwalwa Mask
Pende Mask
Punu Mask
Senufo Mask
Teke Mask
Woyo Mask
Yohure Mask

 

The African Tribal Artist
The Functions of an African Mask
The Materials for an African Mask
The Patterns of an African Mask
The Styles of African Masks

 

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