1. Character Trait Mask Project
St. Peter’s Junior High

2. Project Intro
You will be making a mask using a plastic form and paper mache.
Before you paint/ decorate your mask, you have to plan a design that reflects a chosen character trait (happy, sad, angry, confused, funny, surprised, loving, sleepy, mysterious, scary...etc.)
Take a look at the next few slides to get an idea of how to convey a character trait in your design....

3. Examples of Character Traits This list is on the back of your design sheet. You can also choose a character trait that is not listed below.
Honest
Plain
Neat
Respectful
Unfriendly
Able
Light-hearted
Excited
Joyful
Disrespectful
Adventurous
Quiet
Leader
Studious
Strong
Considerate
Hard-working
Reserved
Expert
Inventive
Weak
Imaginative
Timid
Bossy
Brave
Creative
Bright
Patriotic
Shy
Witty
Conceited
Thrilling
Courageous
Successful
Bold
Tireless
Mischievous
Independent
Serious
Responsible
Daring
Energetic
Demanding
Intelligent
Funny
Irresponsible
Dainty
Cheerful
Thoughtful
Logical
Rebellious
Lazy
Pitiful
Smart
Keen
Compassionate
Sad
Dreamer
Cooperative
Impulsive
Happy
Gentle
Selfish
Helpful
Lovable
Loyal
Disagreeable
Proud
Unselfish
Humble
Prim
Disloyal
Simple
Wild
Self-confident
Proper
Fighter
Fancy
Messy
Self-conscious
Friendly
Ambitious
Accountable
Artistic
Athletic
Quirky
Romantic
Greedy
Whimsical
Generous
Loving
Optimistic
Pessimistic
Grumpy
Playful
Zany
Talkative
Stubborn
Lovestruck

4. How do you show Character Traits in art?
Say you pick the character trait FUNNY. Here are three ways you could represent this...
1) Facial Expression
Use facial expression on your mask to show the mask laughing or being funny.
Example: Creating a mask of the laughing emoji.
2) Colours/ Symbols
Use elements that represent laughter or things that you find funny.
Example: You cover the face in LOL’s or write jokes on it.
3) Representation
Create a mask of a pre-existing character that fits your character trait.
Example: You pick the character trait FUNNY and you create a Deadpool mask because he is a funny character.

5. Examples of Facial Expressions

7. Expressing Emotion in faces
Anger
Surprise
Happy
Excitement
Laughter
Confusion
Sadness
Fear

8. Student Masks
Surprised
Loving
Angry

9. Sample Student Projects

14. Step #1: Mask Design Choose your character trait
Either from the list on the back of the sheet or you can choose your own.
Design your mask on the worksheet
Keep in mind you will have to explain how your mask represents the character trait you chose on your Mask Response Worksheet (to be completed in Language Arts)
Colour in your mask design on the sheet using pencil leads or markers.

15. Step #2: Painting Tips and Tricks
When painting.....
Mix a little bit of white with RED and YELLOW as these are really see-thru.
To make Caucasian skin colour:
Mix a little dab of ORANGE with one well of WHITE.
Use different size brushes for different things:
For writing or small details, use the tiny green brushes.
Flat brushes are for filling in areas
Round brushes are for details and curves
Bigger brush = bigger area to paint
Use thin coats of paint!
Use the hair dryer to dry layers slightly if you need.

16. Step #3 (Optional): Adding final touches
You have access to craft items:
Glitter glue, pom poms, pipe cleaners, fabric, cardboard...etc.
Use them THOUGHTFULLY to improve and enhance your mask design.
Please be safe using the hot glue guns- if you are uncomfortable with them, please ask me for help.

17. Project Requirements:
Neatness/ Presentation:
Painting is neat (no muddy colours, clean lines, use of appropriate brushes for desired effects)
(4 marks)
Edges have been trimmed (1 mark)
Mask is sturdy and well made (1 mark)
Creativity/ Overall Design:
Mask demonstrates the intended character trait (2 marks)
Mask has a clear point-of-view (1 mark)
All “add-ons” relate to the chosen character trait and serve a purpose. (1 mark)