Module 10 video review

I reviewed the videos African Art & African Art:Legacy of Oppression

In African art one thing that really stood out to me what that in Africa art is apart of the everyday life. It is always around. This is demonstrated through hair, clothing statues and masks.

In the second video, I learned about Belgium and how they had territory in Central African Art.

I liked watching these videos because not only was it informative about art, but also about the African culture. I learned about the history of the countries, and how art is encorporated in them.

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Module 10 Mask creation

Attached above are the inspirations of my desired mask. These masks are called the "Diablo Cojuelo" masks. These masks are a tradition in the Dominican Republic and are used during the time of carnival. Carnival begins around February for Dominican independence, and could go throughout Holy week in in Easter. I have been inspired to create my own version of a Diablo Cojuelo just in time for the Easter holiday. Below is my sketch of what I want my mask to look like. Here is the finalized version of my mask:

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