Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair

### Context Profile for Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair

1. **Organization Mission & Cause**:
   - **Mission**: The Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair aims to foster creativity and innovation by bridging the gap between art and science. The organization believes in the power of interdisciplinary collaboration to inspire and educate the community about the importance of both fields.
   - **Cause**: They focus on promoting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education, encouraging participation from diverse groups, and showcasing local talent through various events.

2. **Type of Activities**:
   - **Events**: The organization hosts a variety of events, including the annual Mastodon Art/Science Fair, workshops, and community engagement activities.
   - **Fundraising Campaigns**: They conduct fundraising initiatives such as themed events (e.g., Rock 'n Roll BINGO) to support their programs and activities.
   - **Community Programs**: They offer educational programs that integrate art and science, aimed at schools and local communities.

3. **Tone of Voice**:
   - The tone of the Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair is **friendly, inviting, and enthusiastic**. The language used on their website and in communications is accessible and engaging, aiming to create a sense of community and excitement around their events.

4. **Emoji Usage**:
   - The organization does not prominently feature emojis in their website content or email communications. Their style leans towards a more traditional format, focusing on clear and direct language without the use of emojis.

5. **Key Facts**:
   - **Founding Info**: Specific founding details were not available on the website, but the organization appears to be well-established in the community.
   - **Scale**: The organization has conducted 4 total forms and 8 total email campaigns, indicating a structured approach to outreach and engagement.
   - **Impact Metrics**: While specific metrics were not detailed on the website, the emphasis on community involvement suggests a focus on measurable community engagement and educational outcomes.
   - **Volunteer Info**: The website encourages community participation and may have volunteer opportunities, although specific details were not highlighted.

6. **Writing Guidelines**:
   - **Style**: Use a friendly and engaging tone that reflects enthusiasm for art and science. Avoid overly formal language; instead, opt for a conversational style that invites participation.
   - **Structure**: Keep communications clear and concise, using short paragraphs and bullet points where appropriate to enhance readability.
   - **Personalization**: Incorporate personalized greetings in emails (as seen in the recent campaign) to foster a connection with recipients.
   - **Call to Action**: Always include a clear call to action, encouraging recipients to participate in events or support the organization.

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Full Week Cost. Cannot Guarantee a Camp Shirt by this time.

3rd-5th Camp -- Full Week: 6/16-6/20 (Pricing 6/8-6/14)

One-Day Cost.  Cannot Guarantee a Camp Shirt by this time.

3rd-5th Camp -- One Day: 6/16-6/20 (Pricing 6/8-6/14)

Full Week Cost.  Cannot Guarantee a Camp Shirt by this time.

3rd-5th Camp -- Full Week: 6/16-6/20 (Pricing 6/15 forward)

One Day Cost.  Cannot Guarantee a Camp Shirt by this time.

3rd-5th Camp -- One Day: 6/16-6/20 (Pricing 6/15 forward)

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;display:inline-block;margin:0px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">First name , Thank you for registering for the 2025 Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair Summer Art Camp for 3rd-5th.  You will soon be receiving the full registration forms needed to complete enrollment. They can be mailed, scanned and e-mailed back, or brought with them the first day of camp. We must have them before they can be dropped off. If you have any questions, please contact me. Please make sure that the t-shirt size of the child being registered is accurate. We are attempting to still purchase for all attendees, no matter their registration date. Those who register early enough will have the Camp Logo on it, late registrants may only get a shirt without the Logo. It depends entirely on supply availability.  We look forward to seeing your young artist(s)! Samantha DeClueExecutive DirectorMastodon Art/Science Regional Fair<a href="mailto:director@mastodonfair.org" style="color:inherit;text-decoration:inherit;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit">director@mastodonfair.org</a>314-529-1329

PRICE Week Prior (June 8-14) – $200 per week, $75 per day (Cannot Guarantee a Camp Shirt by this time.) Within the Week (June 15 forward) – $225 per week, $90 per day SCHEDULEMonday9-10:30 a.m.     Mixed Media Collage10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.     Tye Dye12:15-1:15 p.m.     LUNCH1:15-2:45 p.m.     Pottery for Beginners3-4:30 p.m.     Illustrated Self Tuesday9-10:30 a.m.     3D Drawing B&amp;W10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.     Art Principles12:15-1:15 p.m.     LUNCH1:15-2:45 p.m.     Artist Inspiration Painting3-4:30 p.m.     Mosaics Wednesday9-10:30 a.m.     Mixed Media Resist/Sumi-e10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.     Water Transfer Printing12:15-1:15 p.m.     LUNCH1:15-2:45 p.m.     Pottery for Beginners3-4:30 p.m.     Mosaics Thursday9-10:30 a.m.     3D Drawing Color10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.     Plein Air12:15-1:15 p.m.     LUNCH1:15-2:45 p.m.     3D Paper Relief Sculptures3-4:30 p.m.     Open Studio Friday9-10:30 a.m.     Rock Painting10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.     Open Studio12:15-1:15 p.m.     LUNCH1:15-2:45 p.m.     Pop Art - Popsicle Day3-4:30 p.m.     Cartooning CLASS DESCRIPTIONS3D DRAWING B&amp;W / COLORIn drawing we will focus on breaking down 3D forms into basic 2D shapes. From there the students will shade and shape that into the real-life objects they are seeing. Students will be drawing a still-life study with a one-point light source. The class will begin with the instructor demonstrating how to translate forms and create shadows. The instructor will be walking around the room assisting students. On Monday we will be working strictly with pencils to focus on tone gradients. Wednesday the kids will be working with pastels applying color and viewing how colors reflect off each other. POTTERY FOR BEGINERSIn Pottery we will be using air dry clay. The students will be taught how to make a vessel using pinch, coil, slab, or score and weld techniques. On the second day we will be able to decorate our work with paint. TIE DYEWe will be outside to tie dye our camp shirt that came with their registration. Camp organizers will try their hardest to obtain shirts for all campers. If that is not possible, please have a shirt available for them. The students will use a resist dyeing technique. The instructor will demonstrate different ways to fold, twist, and pleat the fabric. They will have free choice on spiral, scrunch, and free form techniques. A quick lesson over color theory will be given before they choose their colors. The possibilities are endless between designs and color selection. Students may be sent home with further care instructions. MOSAICS In Mosaics the students will have to plan out their design. After their project is fully drafted, the instructor will assist in helping the students do the following steps: planning review, making your art board to the correct size, and placing a design that fits the space. Students will work on Monday with paper and smaller fragments to practice for the following class. Wednesday we will make a steppingstone with small glass fragments in cement. The cement will take two weeks to fully cure. The students will be sent home with further care instructions. MIXED MEDIA COLLAGEIn mixed media collage the class will learn how to create a unified piece of art using different materials, like paper, fabric, paint, and found objects. These are combined and arranged onto a singular surface. As a class we will explore different textures, colors, and subjects. The students will be taught how to layer different materials, apply paint or ink over collage elements, and how to implement texture with various mediums.  In this class we are trying to create personal, unique, and expressive artworks. I would love if each student could bring some items from home. These could include Paper (newspapers, magazines, photographs, etc.), Fabric, Paint (acrylic, watercolor, etc.), Ink, Found objects (buttons, beads, etc.), and Text.  ARTIST INSPIRATION PAINTINGArtist inspiration will be a simple art history lesson, and we will play a game. The students will have a prompt to create a new piece of work inspired by the artist of their choosing. This exercise is meant to challenge and get the students creativity flowing. ART PRINCIPLESArt Principles will consist of basic color theory and design; this is very crucial to successful art. Students will be given a small lesson, and we will have a scavenger hunt. An exercise will be given to groups to teach them how to work together and make a successful collaborative project.  ILLUSTRATED SELFIn illustrated self we will work on mixed media pieces and explore what makes us each unique. The children will use this exercise to find things that represent them as a person. The goal is to learn how to overlay different mediums and to create a self-portrait without an external reflection of their physical person. WATER TRANSFER PRINTINGDuring Water Transfer Printing students will create a marbled design on objects by dipping them in water. The marbled pattern created on the water’s surface will adhere to the object. This process is also known as hydro graphics. Water Transfer Printing allows for complete coverage, even on complex, three-dimensional shapes. We will have a demonstration then each student will be able to create their very own design and transfer onto the objects provided.  MIXED MEDIA SUMI-E / RESISTIn mixed media students will learn how and what is a resist layer in addition to the art of Sumi-e. In Resist the students will be taught how to block pigment transfer by blending watercolors over the blocked designs. An open creative session will take place as the instructor walks around the room and helps. During Sumi-e the students will paint organic forms using brushes. 3D applique and the practice of ink blowing will be demonstrated for the class. A quick nature inspired project will then follow.  3D PAPER RELIEF SCULPTURE  In 3D Paper Relief we will be making small sculptures using assorted paper and glue. Students will be working on their hand eye coordination with precision cutting and gluing. The class will work on their design and engineering for structural integrity. The students will have to consider color, patterns, and durability. If there is anything you would like them to bring from home to potentially implement it into your work, please do so. The sky’s the limit with this challenge. PLEIN AIRIn Plein Air the children will go outside as a class to draw what they see. Everyone will be given materials for working outdoors. During this segment the students will learn how to slow down and observe what is around them. The subject will be selected by a game of I-Spy. (Please send sunscreen if you would like. We do try to stay in the shade as much as possible during these times.) CARTOONINGIn Cartooning students will be learning character development and story blocking. We will learn how to create characters and how to tell a story that is simple, relatable, and easy to understand. The cartooning application will be applied in a one-panel format. As a class, we will draw, outline, and finish with watercolor, marker, or colored pencil. In modern day terms it is creating a main character and putting them in a meme.  OPEN STUDIOOpen studio time will allow more time to complete projects or explore mediums more in-depth. An instructor will assist if needed for all creative purposes. ROCK PAINTINGDuring Rock Painting students will create art that can even go in the garden. The instructor will help students create Mandalas or other designs. We will be using paint markers and 3D paints. I want the kids to get in the flow, play with colors, shapes and patterns. They may sketch the design prior onto your rock with a pencil or just go for it. Full creativity should be unleashed by layering on designs, gradually building up the complexity with shapes and contrasting colors. Rock Painting is a super-easy technique known as pictographs. Pictographs refer to human-made markings on natural rock surfaces. This practice is so old it is often found in caves or open-air sites. Even though it is no longer the stone age we can still have fun painting rocks. POP ART/Popsicle DayOn Fun Friday we will finish off the week by jumping into the world of Pop Art. The class will be shown some iconic famous works and taught about the artist that made them. We will get a cold treat and make our very own version of what Pop Art is to us. All materials are available to our young artist. The instructor will help the students as needed. (If there is a food allergy, please make sure we are aware of it.)

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2025 Mastodon Fair Summer Art Camp for Grades 3rd-5th

1000 Viking Dr

3rd-5th Camp -- Full Week: 6/16-6/20 (Pricing 6/8-6/14)

US$200

3rd-5th Camp -- One Day: 6/16-6/20 (Pricing 6/8-6/14)

US$75

3rd-5th Camp -- Full Week: 6/16-6/20 (Pricing 6/15 forward)

US$225

3rd-5th Camp -- One Day: 6/16-6/20 (Pricing 6/15 forward)

US$90