Zuko's Blue Spirit Mask

This mask is to be made in a Blue Metallic paint, mixed directly into the clay as with any colored mask commissioned by the ANBU Brotherhood.  It would seem that is where the similarities end with a standard Brotherhood mask.  On this mask, the Mouth will be open and breathable, tusks, hair wrap, and unique ears will be added to make this one of the most unique projects undertaken by the ANBU Brotherhood to date.  Mixing the clay with the desired color paint really does give the mask a realism and depth that isn't easily obtained with surface paint alone.  This process also makes the mask color permanent, no scratching of or fading over time, an invaluable feature to any cosplayer or collector.  On this particular project I would like to take it even one step further.  Borrowing from Ancient Japanese Traditional Noh Mask construction, I will apply a diluted solution of paint and water mixture, applying it like make-up.  This layered approach will will produce a rich depth to the mask, hopefully making it one of the best Zuko Blue Spirit masks ever made. All ANBU Brotherhood of Masks, projects start with the paper mache shell.  That shell is then adapted to fit the mask being created, parts added or subtracted as needed.  this mask is no different.  Special eyes were designed to make this mask, you can adapt your own design.  The first step was to draw a blueprint sketch onto the mask frame to help build out the facial feature needed to make the mask pop. Then we must make the cheeks, eyebrows, and open up the mouth. The mask must be covered with the first layer of clay and harden before the add-ons can be placed, things like the hair wrap, ears, tusks and teeth.  At this point its starting to look like something Prince Zuko would approve of.  "Don't worry my prince... this is just the beginning".