Blank (Blanc) Venetian Carnival Mask
PRO's
. The mask follows the conventions set in my first part of 'Mask Research' - Hides identity
. This mask could also show the convention of a 'Morally complex character' White is a very natural colour - the connotations of White for a viewing audience are purity and happiness - related happy events that involve the colour White;
Weddings - Joy and happiness (Love)
New born babies rapped in blankets - Innocence and new life
Angles - Purity and light
But we can also see a contrast occur - the character wearing the mask could be the total opposite of all these connotations, with the character representing the so called 'Dark Side' of the mask all though it is totally White
. This mask is very clear and really easy to identify
CON's
. There's not a lot of detail on the mask
. We'd have to fight with the connotations that come with the colour White, the acting would have to be more professional to promote the contrast you would need to make this mask work
. Very basic and not very iconic compared to other masks that could be used to much greater effect without the need of high contrast between the character and connotations
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