This evaluation will analyse
the module prosthetics giving examples of the positives and negatives which
took place. Kolb’s model of reflection will be the template for the reflection
process demonstrated in this evaluation. A reflective observation will be
provided after the experience has been concreted. A conclusion will create an
understanding of what has been learnt from the experience and what one would do
differently. The brief for this module was to design, manufacture and apply a
full facial prosthetic make-up based on a chosen theme. The theme chosen was
Strange Beauty and the reason why was because it relates to the area of work I
want to be involved in, this being fashion make-up. A fox face was sculpted for
a hunter gatherer fashion trend.
The first few stages of the
prosthetic appliance process went well as instructions were followed correctly
however when removing the first appliance from the two part mould, both moulds
cracked. The first facial appliance turned out successful however the second
prosthetic had the cracks in the detail. This was for the reason that when
building the second mould, the ratio of plaster to water was incorrect leaving
the mix to be too thin. The mould was made stronger by adding plaster to the outside
of the negative and the edges of the positive demonstrating good problem
solving skills. Unfortunately the model which the appliance was based for was
unreliable which left one with many complications. A second model was used, however
this meant a few things had to be changed such as the outfit. This was because
the original model was two sizes smaller than the second model. Ears were made
from red hair which were to be used on the shoot however these were disposed of
as the replacement was a brunette. Due to insufficient funds the ears could not
be re-made with brown hair. The edge of the mask stopped in the middle of the cheeks
which were found very difficult to blend with the skin. The appliance was not a
perfect fit however the final images were to a satisfying standard. Time
management was a skill which was lacking.
During the module, skills
which were demonstrated were problem solving, following instructions,
creativity, organisation, planning, listening and teamwork. When practising on
the first appliance although there were things that would be changed such as
the detail which was painted, the result was pleasing for a first attempt. The
outfit which was chosen suited the theme extremely well and the hair although
with more time could have been styled better, was appropriate for the look. The
blending of the mask around the eyes was done to a good standard and the
overall shape of the prosthetic was well constructed.
In conclusion, I was
satisfied with the result as the final images demonstrated a hunter gatherer
trend with a fox face which was based under the strange beauty theme. I have
learnt how to complete the process correctly when making a facial prosthetic and
how to create a blog. If I was to redo the module I would chose to work with a
reliable model. I would also sculpt the mask to the jawline to make blending it
easier and paint the appliance using an airbrush to give the colour a smoother
finish.