Day of the Dead Traditional Mexican Mask Making Class


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  • Day of the Dead Traditional Mexican Mask Making Class

Berkeley, California

Trip Type:   Day of the Dead
Duration:  Flexible
Day of the Dead, " Dia de Los Muertos"- paper mache traditional mask making art class

Create and hand-paint a mask steeped in the rich cultural history of Mexico after getting an expert demo.

Breathtakingly colorful masks long been part of the Mexican celebration of Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. Dive into the rich history of this paper mache tradition alongside internationally acclaimed artist, who overviews its fascinating background before giving a demo on the craft. Once you’ve got the basics down, roll up your sleeves to create and hand-paint your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

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Day of the Dead, " Dia de Los Muertos"- paper mache traditional mask making art class

Create and hand-paint a mask steeped in the rich cultural history of Mexico after getting an expert demo.

Breathtakingly colorful masks long been part of the Mexican celebration of Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. Dive into the rich history of this paper mache tradition alongside internationally acclaimed artist, who overviews its fascinating background before giving a demo on the craft. Once you’ve got the basics down, roll up your sleeves to create and hand-paint your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece.Day of the Dead Mask Making in Mexican Traditional WorkshopTime: 2hrs
Historical Summary: 10 minsPaper Mache was introduced to Mexico during Colonial Period 
The medium was introduced as a way to made objects for churches.

Historical Reference of Day of the Dead
The Aztecas viewed the human skull as a symbol of power and re-birth. European cultures viewed the human skull image as a symbol of death. Paper mache calaveras and remain popular art forms in Mexico and the United States.




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