Description
Maskhead – It’s a head…and it’s dead
This deadhead has been sold.
About Maskhead
The skull is formed using a one-off latex mold, into which concrete is poured and left for 48hrs.
After de-molding, the skull is sealed with several layers of primer paint. A process of layering acrylic paint using sponges and rags is then applied to the skull to obtain the desired effect. Further paint detailing is then done to finish the skull.
The painted skull is then mounted onto a base; in this case a car v-belt pulley wheel has been used.
The process of welding parts around the skull is then done to create the metal exoskeleton.
For Maskhead, cylinder head bolts from a Holden Astra were welded to a marine grade anchor chain and a bicycle front chainring. A camshaft timing belt has been used as the headband.
A final spray of clear lacquer finishes off the piece.
Photo courtesy of Paul Tinson
