For the past 7 years, This instructable will cover the technique
of making masks using this method: from plastilin to plaster, as
well as explain some of the artistic thinking behind the
process. As well as providing a general approach for anyone
wanting to do their own project using this method, we provide 2
examples (our own work of Halloween 2009) of masks made using
this process, detailing the differences in approach that were
taken. The masks we created this year: DainiusGB: The Joker Thug
mask Aurimasmb: The Ogre mask So - get out your trusty vaseline,
and get ready to create your own high-quality Halloween mask!
Step 1: Preparation Using a base mass for support, we created a
mold from plastilin (a high-end modeling dough) for the shape of
the mask. Next, we applied wet plaster of paris gauze/bandage in
strips over the mold. Once dry, we removed this plaster shape,
trimmed it, pierced eye, nose, and strap attachment holes,
smoothed the surface and painted it. For some final touches,
hair or other detail