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In the unlikely event that the Maskworx team cannot answer your question, we will do our best to put you in touch with expertise that can.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
FAQ Making Sense of the Funusual
Q. What does the mask's funny face shape really mean? A. The ridiculous appearance of funusual (exaggerated) facial features suggests the liberty to transcend the taboos and imposed boundaries of our time - really the carnevalesque or grotesque Mask is all about POTENTIAL or "the shape of things to come".
"we ALL love the joy of working with these masks and the students are always very proud that their work in Drama includes this "take home" component." M. Dodd, HOD Drama Marlborough Girls College NZ
"Love doing the mask[s] this year, I have learnt so much throughout this process. The opportunities are endless and always can be tied into whatever unit we are doing across the curriculum." Alison Pepler Remuera Intermediate School, Auckland NZ
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"I loved the masks the younger children created with [Melanie] - thank you for inspiring them and guiding their creations. Mask-making has definitely been the highlight of the year so far for all our classes. Hope we can do it again some time." Sue Barriball Gifted Kids Programme Tamaki Unit, Auckland NZ
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"The mask concept is fantastic and we all really enjoyed the process...Am hoping to use maskworx next year too! I had a ball making masks with my class and it is definitely a highlight of the year!" Waveney B. Meadowbank School, Auckland
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"Love the multi-mask system and so happy to see even some really "difficult" students getting IN on the act" HOD Drama, Marlborough Girls College Sometimes the once-were-difficult students end up making the BEST mask stories. The Maskworx Team
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"I loved it [Multimask Maskerclass] and the kids love showing them off and are so so proud! I recommend this process to all! I would do it again next year as i feel its just soooo AMAZING!" Alison Pepler, Remuera Intermediate School, Auckland
"Well done! If only I had known about these [Multimasks] years ago, when I was running a drama school!" Annie, Director Purple Productions
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"I've tried many methods of mask making and found this the simplest and they are easy to wear. Students could focus on design rather than getting stuck up [literally] in the construction."
"The [hand]book is a great help - the process provides very useful guidelines not just for the actual making but for what to write in your AS1.5 NCEA task book. Thank you." Joanne Clark Hornby High School Christchurch
Yes, it is our intention to unpack the (mechanical) complexities of mask making to allow more classroom time for critical thinking and creative expression. The Maskworx Team.
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"It was great using the round mask as it wasn't limiting...children couldn't wait to apply elastic to rounded mask and enter a new world." Leanne Hill Yr 5 and 6 teacher George Street Normal School Dunedin
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"The feedback was excellent from the parents re the [mask] parade. They loved the way the themes were carried through with the music selected and the way every single child had a fabulous finished product. Using your masks as the base certainly set them up for success!" Maree Flashman St Marys School Auckland
Our aim is to help unmask their talent. The Maskworx Team.
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"...everyone commented on our masks at the Ball. Just about everyone had bought their [masks] from the $2 shop or The Warehouse, or hired them, so our two masks REALLY stood out from the crowd." Carol Auckland
Indeed, a well-made mask steals the show, and the Best Little Mask in the World: is the one you made yourself! The Maskworx Team.
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"it's interesting to see how engaged they all [were], they just got straight into it, nobody didn't have an idea and they came up with quite creative ways of solving their problems..." Lynnette Brice-Nicolson Villa Maria College Christchurch
Yes, our experience tells us that the teacher does not need to have all the answers, as young masketeers consistently come up with surprisingly creative solutions. The Maskworx Team.
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"Amazing, creative, impressive and to see the students just gave me goosebumps...wow...hands clapping!" Showoffs Photoblog viewer.
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"What I'd like to see is more of performing arts masks, most of the pictures [on Showoffs Photoblog] are masks for decoration" Zack Segelstrom Costume Mask Maker Sweden
We're working on it Zack. Stay posted. The Maskworx Team.
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"We [women of Nicaragua] will be making masks and have limited resources and time. One mask will show their true feelings that they hide from others and one will be what they hope to become. Any suggestions will really be appreciated" Judy Brodjeski Womens Community Wisconsin US
Hope our Guidelines for Conducting a Healing Arts Workshop in Mask was helpful. The Maskworx Team.
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"Everyone who saw [the Multimasks] gave really positive feedback and talked about what a valuable tool they would be and how there is not another product like it on the market" Rebecca Marriott, Coordinator International Mask Festival UK
True, the Multimask System is unique. The Maskworx Team.
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"'Sustainable' mask forms are well nigh impossible to find!" Fay Wilkinson The Creative Cocoon Canada
True, this is why we have made the Multimask System from recycled paper. The Maskworx Team.
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"...masks were great to use and easy to adapt for each person. I liked the rim on the side which allowed for an attaching area. All in all a very successful venture." Natalie Johnston Christchurch South Intermediate Christchurch
Yes. It's amazing how much extension the rim can support. The Maskworx Team.
Q. What does the mask's funny face shape really mean?
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