The Farms: Woodland Folklore & Papier Mâché Masks

Experience Level: Beginner

Use woodland legends as inspiration to make masks at Woodland Folklore & Papier Mâché Masks on Monday through Thursday, Oct. 20-23 from 5 to 9 p.m. in The Shop.

Instructor and underground artist Orrin Taylor will assist students in creating masks based on the various characters and creatures featured in woodland folklore. While learning the art of papier mâché in this mixed-media course, students will also hear about various folklore legends found throughout the world

$70/person. Register here. Registration will close Oct. 13 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Olivia Bunting at owarren@illinois.edu.

By attending, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.

About the instructor

Orrin Taylor is a self-taught outsider artist from central Illinois. Working primarily in painting and illustration, most of his artwork is based on dreams and random mental spasms. He currently resides on a farm in the middle of nowhere with his wife and two dogs.

About The Farms

The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, health & wellness, history, nature & outdoor education, or science. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.

See the complete Fall 2025 schedule here.