Xothique Designs - Fantasy Art & Masks
Welcome to Xothique Designs(pronounced "Zothique"), the gallery of Welsh mask maker and fantasy artist Helen Rich. Click on the images above to explore this exotic gothic world of magic and masquerade.
Masquerade Masks
Xothique Designs' exclusive masks are hand crafted in leather and papier mâché using traditional techniques by experienced mask maker Helen Rich, aka 'Xothique'. Styles range from traditional theatre costume and masquerade masks inspired by the Venetian Carnevale to more exotic gothic and fantasy themes popular at Halloween. Some, such as the popular Welsh Red Dragon mask, are truly unique — similar mouldings can be created, but no two masks will ever be identical. Others, like these party masks, are kept as permanent moulds, and can be decorated to meet your requirements. Please note that all Xothique Designs masks are entirely hand-made by the artist — you will find no plastic, card or ready-made mask forms here. Masks in the Xothique Designs shop are available for immediate purchase — or if you have a specific design in mind, please check out Helen's commissions page, and get in touch to discuss your ideas.
Fantasy Art
'Art cards' are pocket-sized pieces of original art, popular with collectors on eBay, where they are known as ACEOs ("Art Card Editions and Originals"). The paintings section contains larger pieces of fantasy art in various media, including acrylics, pen and ink, watercolours, oils and digital artwork.
More Info
You can also find details of Helen's latest fantasy art and mask projects, exhibitions and sales in her journal, also available as the Xothique Designs RSS feed.