Folk Devils - Mask Making Workshop

Welcome to a new Mask-making Workshop!
As Carnival approaches, we are excited to invite you to a new, two-day hands-on mask-making workshop inspired by folk devils, spirits, and popular mythological figures from Latin America and Central America.

This workshop combines cultural references, imagination, and craft, inviting participants to create their own expressive folk mask using recycled materials. No previous experience is required.

In this context, devils are not symbols of evil. They represent creative chaos, irony, protection, transformation, and vital force. These figures often blur the line between human, animal, and spirit, appearing as guardians of the land, playful tricksters, or exaggerated reflections of social power and fear.

Day 1: Symbols, Archetypes & Design
We begin with a short cultural introduction about what the “devil” represents in Latin American folk traditions. We will explore visual examples from traditional masks and popular celebrations: folk spirits, tricksters, and hybrid animal–human figures.

We will then choose a personal archetype to work with. Using a template as a base, and through quick sketches, we will design and define:
•⁠ ⁠Expression: rage, irony, mystery, laughter.
•⁠ ⁠Horns, nose, fangs, beard, beaks, ears, snouts
•⁠ ⁠Human, animal, or hybrid forms

By the end of Day 1, each participant will have a clear mask concept and begin building the base structure with recycled cardboard and paper-maché, which will be left to dry before the second session.

Day 2 — Painting & Finishing
We will bring the masks to life through finishing, colour, textures, and expressive accents. You will get insights on choosing your colour palette, mixing colours and painting with acrylic to get different finishing effects.

The workshop closes with a collective sharing moment, where participants can present the character, spirit, or creature behind their mask.

Dates: Friday 20 + 27.02.26 from 5 to 8PM.
Address: In Friedrichshain. Exact address by e-mail.
Price: 110€/ 90€ for regular students. Materials are included as well as drinks and snacks.
Materials:
All basic materials are included (Cardboard, paper, paste, papier-mâché, acrylic colours, fabric and thread, natural elements such as seeds, wood, fibres, or decorative details)

We encourage you to bring your unique elements (your own special colours, personal materials or objects, small found items, fabrics, feathers, textures, or symbolic elements connected to your mask)

How to sign up?
Please send an email to **hola.berlinartclub@gmail.com,** and you will receive the registration form with all the details of payment and the exact address. Limited spots.

About the teacher: Rosi Diaz Roigt is a graphic designer and illustrator with over 7 years of experience working with film production teams, bringing fictional characters to life through graphic design, prop creation, and movie posters. Passionate about art and sustainability, she specialises in exploring the creative possibilities of recycled materials. Her work draws inspiration from the beauty and power of nature, blending storytelling and eco-conscious design.

Find her work here:
https://www.instagram.com/avant.rosi/

See you!!
Rosi and the Berlin Art Club