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Frida Kahlo Papier Mâché Dolls

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    Learn to create with papier mâché dolls and make / decorate your own Frida Kahlo doll. All materials supplied. ($30).

    • Sat 01 Apr
      Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM both days At Selwyn College, Auckland. Anna-Maria Bribiesca
      • $150.00 incl. GST
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      Sessions
      Session 1
      Sat 01 Apr 10:00 - Sat 01 Apr 15:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 2
      Sun 02 Apr 10:00 - Sun 02 Apr 15:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
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    • Mon 01 May
      3 weeks, Mon 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland. Anna-Maria Bribiesca
      • $139.00 incl. GST
      Session information
      Sessions
      Session 1
      Mon 01 May 18:00 - Mon 01 May 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 2
      Mon 08 May 18:00 - Mon 08 May 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 3
      Mon 15 May 18:00 - Mon 15 May 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
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    • Sat 26 Aug
      Saturday and Sunday 10 AM - 3 PM both days At Selwyn College, Auckland. Anna-Maria Bribiesca
      • $150.00 incl. GST
      Session information
      Sessions
      Session 1
      Sat 26 Aug 10:00 - Sat 26 Aug 15:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 2
      Sun 27 Aug 10:00 - Sun 27 Aug 15:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
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    • Mon 30 Oct
      3 Mondays 6 - 9 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland. Anna-Maria Bribiesca
      • $139.00 incl. GST
      Session information
      Sessions
      Session 1
      Mon 30 Oct 18:00 - Mon 30 Oct 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 2
      Mon 06 Nov 18:00 - Mon 06 Nov 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 3
      Mon 13 Nov 18:00 - Mon 13 Nov 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
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    Description

    Papier mâché - literally chewed paper/pulped paper/mashed paper – is a composite material consisting of paper pieces or pulp and sometimes reinforced with textiles bound with an adhesive such as glue, starch or wall paper paste. This course as offered as a weekend workshop, spread over two days or as three evening sessions. In the first session you'll learn lots about the process of papier mâché, make your doll, allow her to dry and then on the final session/s you will decorate her.

    Expected learning outcomes

    • Learn about the papier mâché method
    • Learn about structure within sculptural practice
    • Gain knowledge of papier mâché and casting from moulds
    • Gain knowledge of the methods where recycled vessels are utilised to create forms/moulds
    • Achieve a painted Frida Kahlo doll

    Other skills and knowledge

    Students will learn about the basic principles of the papier mâché technique. Using everyday materials, students will realise that papier mâché can be an inexpensive art form. Students will experiment with two modes of creating their papier mâché doll, firstly using vessels and casting from moulds, then secondly, creating freestyle forms. Students will learn about structure proportion and balance: structure - within any form of sculpture - the mode of which the sculpture if poised is important for the end result. Application and finesse are fundamental to a successful papier mâché form and students will be guided with this. They will also learn about archiving (preserving) their works using a form of varnish. Students will gain knowledge of acrylic paint application to complete their doll. 

    What to bring

    • Apron or old shirt to protect clothing
    • Pair of fitting disposable gloves (optional)
    • An old hand towel or rag
    • Your phones if you wish to do internet research on Frida Kahlo images for forming and decorating your doll - we'll have some images there too.
    • Your own hairdryer would be advantageous to speed up the drying process
    • Your lunch for weekend workshops

    We'll be providing all papers, glues, brushes, tape, paints, vessels, handouts and some FK imagery ($30)

    About Papier Mâché

    This process goes back to 2000BC China. Today, papier mâché sculptures are used as an economical building material for a variety of traditional and ceremonial activities as well as in arts and crafts.

    Papier mâché was introduced into Mexico during the colonial period (for church items). In Mexico, cartonería (rigid paper sculptures) are a traditional hand craft. They are made for annual celebrations. We're all familiar with piñatas which are a common form of papier mâché item from Mexico. Mojigangas (giant figures worn by dancers), masks, dolls and other forms are made for varying occasions. There is also a significant market for collectors. Patron Diego Rivera recognised these as works of art. Artisans such as Pedro Linares and Carmen Caballo Sevilla are famous for their forms.

    Without any papier mâché knowledge or specialist equipment, it is possible to create beautiful dolls with the papier mâché process. These doll (sculptures) can vary in size using a range of moulds such as plastic bottles or glass bottles and card board. Papier mâché dolls can be archival and thus last for many decades.

    Frida Kahlo Papier Mache Doll by Anna-Maria BribiescaClose up of Frida Kahlo papier mache doll by Anna-Maria Bribiesca

     

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