Visual inspiration for my mask designs comes from cartoonish and exaggerated expressions; Leigh Bowery’s makeup looks exemplify this, in addition to Japanese Kabuki makeup (mentioned in previous posts). Reflective tape, as well as light-catching sequins and jewels (ala Martin Margiela and the fishnet mask used in the moodboard) provide a link between Cooley’s concept of social reflection – “The Looking-Glass Self” – without being derivative and using mirrors.
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Eiko Ishioka, costumer for Madame Butterfly on Broadway, 1988
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Featured image: Gareth Pugh S/S16
This COP project is centred around creating an accessory; I have chosen to create a mask themed around my concept of identity – specifically, postmodern theories of identity, such as Goffman’s social actor theory, and the theory that our self-perception and identity is a direct reflection of how people respond to us. As such, much of my visual inspiration will be coming from masks, theatrical makeup and styling, and mirrors.
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