Mask makers and their craft
Subtitle: an illustrated worldwide study
By: Deborah Bell
Publisher: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 264
ISBN-13: 9780786443994
Description: "This book explores the motivations and challenges of artists working to bring the traditional methods and conventions of mask making. Topics include the ways in which mask artists and performers maintain a sense of universality despite varying customs; and the ways in which traditional approaches in mask artistry continue to influence commercial mask performance ventures"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: The traditional mask in performance; title: Describing and displaying the work of traditional mask makers; title: Mask making techniques; title: Insights of international mask makers; title: Influences on mask making for contemporary masked performances; title: Commercial mask makers and traditional mythic concepts; title: New global directions for mask makers; title: Conclusion.