Mythic Masks and Junkyard Gods
Mythic Masks and Junkyard Gods
CLASS STARTS: March 21st
ON DEMAND LIFETIME CLASS VIDEO ACCESS
LIVE Components Once A Week from March 21- April 18th
Optional Class Critique on April 19th
EARLYBIRD DISCOUNT UNTIL: February 4th
The WorkshopMasks aren’t just for Halloween or creeping out your neighbors. They’re magical — transformational. Throughout human history, across nearly every culture and corner of the world, masks have served as instruments of change… both externally and internally.
If you’ve ever put on a mask or costume and felt something shift inside you — something bold, something mischievous, something other — you’ve felt that old magic at work. Masks let the wearer slip into another form, another mindset… another creature’s skin, or another deity’s glowing eye sockets. They’re portals with straps.
Now, while some of the masks we create might technically be wearable, the main focus here is on sculpting expressive, display-ready pieces — mask-entities meant to hang on walls, hover in shadowboxes, or preside ominously over your studio. But hey… if yours ends up wearable and you start causing a ruckus at a local opera house, I’m not taking responsibility.
In this workshop, we’ll explore that sense of transformation through a little artistic alchemy. Using assemblage, we’ll turn humble objects — scraps, broken bits, forgotten widgets, and strange little treasures — into mythic personae. We’re not just making masks… we’re summoning gods, monsters, and everything in between.
The Scoop
How does this class work?
This online workshop includes approximately 6 hours of pre-recorded video lessons.
The videos cover everything from inspiration and construction to texture, painting, patinas, and composition.
You can watch the lessons at your own pace, on your own schedule.
Community & Live Support
A private Facebook group has been set up for participants. This is where you can:
Share your progress
Ask questions
Swap ideas
Get unstuck when the glue goes rogue
I’ll also host weekly live Q&A sessions in the Facebook group for about six weeks. You can pre-post questions or ask them live during the sessions.
At the end of the class, there will be an optional Zoom critique for anyone who wants to participate. I’ll talk about finished or in-progress pieces, discuss different approaches, and highlight what’s working.
This is a supportive, low-pressure critique — not a “meany crit.” We’re here to learn from each other and grow. Stay positive.
Why Join the Workshop?
Unlock your creativity
Explore assemblage techniques that help you discover faces and personalities hidden inside everyday objects.All skill levels welcome
Whether you’re brand new or have years of experience, this class meets you where you are.Painting & surface techniques
Learn my approach to washes, layering acrylics, and building rich, aged surfaces — including favorite color recipes.Patinas & faux-aging
Simple, effective ways to create rust, wear, and timeworn character.Texture play
I’ll demonstrate a variety of fun, strange, and surprisingly easy texture-making techniques.Assemblage tips
How to join found objects securely and pull wildly different elements into a unified composition.Inspiration & ideas
We’ll talk about where masks come from, how to find faces in unexpected places, and how to let the work lead the way.
Other Questions You Might Have
What happens after I sign up?
You’ll receive a welcome email with access to the private Facebook group and class information.
What happens on the start date (March 21)?
You’ll receive the links and access codes to begin watching the videos. You can start immediately and work at your own pace.
How long do I have access to the class?
Forever. You’ll also be able to download the videos directly to your computer.
How do the live components work?
Weekly Facebook live Q&A sessions will run for about six weeks. At the end of the workshop, there will be an optional Zoom critique for anyone who wants feedback or wants to see how others solved similar creative challenges.