Did you know that March marks the peak of carnival season around the world? While carnival isn’t widely celebrated in the UK, it’s a vibrant tradition in many cultures—a time of creativity, celebration, and storytelling. From the elaborate masks of Venice to the spirited parades of Brazil and the Caribbean, carnival is a space where art, music, and community come together to honor heritage and imagination.

Whether you’re a maker, a dreamer, or just looking to try something new, this is a chance to connect with the creativity and joy that carnival embodies.
This is the perfect moment to step into a world of imagination with our Mask-Making Workshop, where we’ll bring characters from your dreams, tales, myths, and folklore to life using the art of papier-mâché clay.

In this 2 days creative and interactive sessions participants will:
* Learn the papier-mâché clay technique to craft unique, handmade masks.
* Draw inspiration from tales, fairytales, mythology, and folklore—or from any story that resonates with you.
* Construct your mask model and structure.
* Smoothing, painting and finishing .
* Have a little photo shoot embodying your mask at the end (optional)

This workshop is an opportunity to craft a mask that represents something you want to connect with—a character from myth or lore, a symbol of personal growth, or simply a story that inspires you. By channeling your imagination and intention, you’ll create an object that carries meaning and embodies the magic of transformation.

Whether your mask is loosely inspired by a story or an accurate representation of a character, the choice is yours to make.
Start 2025 with your own tale, giving your mask a story to tell.

Materials and guidance will be provided—all you need is your imagination and a willingness to explore!

The workshop will be hosted by @lupalu_x , co-director of the ART group Undergrowth C.I.C

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Making Material all included. You will have your own mask at the end of the 2 days.
If there is any specific item, fabric, foraged material you would like to incorporate in your work please bring it with you!

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When: Saturday 1sth
Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd of March
from 2 PM to 7 PM both days
(8 hours in total)

By undergrowth collective Insta undergrowth_collective www.undergrowthcollective.com
Where: L’étoile Studio - 18 West Street BS2 0BH Bristol

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