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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LXCL:Week Prior Enrollment Cost. Full Week.

K-5th Camp -- Full Week: 6/15-6/19 (Pricing 6/7-6/13)

LXCL:Week Prior Enrollment Cost. One-Day.

K-5th Camp -- One Day: 6/15-6/19 (Pricing 6/7-6/13)

LXCL:Within the Week/Week of Enrollment Cost. Full Week.

K-5th Camp -- Full Week: 6/15-6/19 (Pricing 6/14 forward)

LXCL:Within the Week/Week of Enrollment Cost. One Day.

K-5th Camp -- One Day: 6/15-6/19 (Pricing 6/14 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 2026 Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair Summer Art Camp for K-5th.&nbsp; You will soon be receiving the full registration forms needed to complete enrollment. They can be mailed, scanned and emailed 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. If we have a sponsor they will be receiving a camp shirt, 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.&nbsp; We look forward to seeing your young artist(s)! Samantha DeClueExecutive DirectorMastodon Art/Science Regional Fair<a fr-original-style="color:inherit;text-decoration:inherit;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" href="mailto:director@mastodonfair.org" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: inherit; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;">director@mastodonfair.org</a>314-529-1329

2026 Mastodon Fair Summer Art Camp for Grades K-5, June 15-19 Hillsboro Jefferson College, Fine Arts Building, Rooms 200 &amp; 212 Open to students going into kindergarten to 5th grade. Space is limited to 15 students per session. Payment must be received before securing space. See listing below regarding whether supplies are needed or if they will be provided. PriceEnrollment through April 30 – $150 per week, $45 per day, includes a customized art tote (2022 4-Day Price) Early Enrollment (May 1 - June 6) – $175 per week, $60 per day Week Prior (June 7-13) – $200 per week, $75 per day Within the Week (June 14 forward) – $225 per week, $90 per day   <table><tbody><tr><td>TIME</td><td>Monday</td><td>Tuesday</td><td>Wednesday</td><td>Thursday</td><td>Friday</td></tr><tr><td>9-10:30</td><td>Pottery for Beginners            </td><td>Fibers Weaving</td><td>Pottery for Beginners            </td><td>Fibers Weaving</td><td>Op Art vs. Pop Art</td></tr><tr><td>10:45-12:15</td><td>Drawing</td><td>Design</td><td>Drawing</td><td>Plein Air</td><td>Color Block Painting</td></tr><tr><td>12:15-1:15 </td><td>LUNCH</td><td>LUNCH</td><td>LUNCH</td><td>LUNCH</td><td>LUNCH</td></tr><tr><td>1:15-2:45 </td><td>Art History</td><td>Coiled &amp; Quilled Paper Bowls               </td><td>Faux Stained Glass</td><td>Coiled &amp; Quilled Paper Bowls               </td><td> Open Studio</td></tr><tr><td>3-4:30 </td><td>Flip Book</td><td>Open Studio</td><td>Collage</td><td>Open Studio</td><td>Gallery</td></tr></tbody></table> CLASS DESCRIPTIONS Pottery for Beginners In 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 and adhere to structural elements. Clear coat will be applied by staff once the sculpture is dried. If you would like to add personal elements, please bring those. Drawing   Drawing will focus on foundational concepts and practices by teaching how to translate 3d objects onto a 2d piece of paper. We will work on understanding shape, light, shadow, texture, mark making, and spatial relationships. Students will be drawing a black and white still-life study with a one-point light source the first day. The class will begin with the instructor demonstrating how to simplify forms and create shadows. After the demo an instructor will be walking around the room assisting students as needed. On the second day students will be drawing a still-life study of their choice in color. Please bring whatever drawing supplies they have plus a few important things to draw. I want these kids to leave more knowledgeable and excited to create new art. Art HistoryAn art history presentation will be given accompanied by a post open platform-Q and A. The art history presentation will be introducing major art movements, and the greats that we all know and love. Famous works such as Picasso’s blue period will be explored to show what makes the paintings so visually striking and how emotions are conveyed. The students will have to deliberate why they do or don’t like certain art works and speak to their interpretations.    Flip BookFlip book animation is known as stop-motion animated sequences. We will be looking at the artist Andy Bailey of Andymation and all of the fun he creates. Everyone will get a booklet where they will create a character doing action sequences over 25-50 pages. By turning the pages quickly, we will be able to watch our characters come to life. Faux Stained Glass  In Faux Stained Glass we will be making 8x10 panels using assorted materials and an enclosed frame. Students will be working on this 7th century inspired project by applying their newly acquired design knowledge. Tangrams like shapes will challenge these young artists to think differently about form and simplifying their imagery. Collage In collage we will look at works by Pablo Picasso, David Hockney, Kara Walker, and Ben Giles. After our exploration everyone will get cutting to create a new unique image of their own. Collage participants will be provided with supplies, however, outside imagery/papers are welcome. We will discuss traditional techniques/mediums vs. modern techniques/found objects. I want these kids to really think out of the box and explore endless possibilities.  Fibers In fibers the class will complete two projects.  We will be working with yarn for both projects but if you have cloth scraps, felt, ribbon, or strings please bring those. The first day we are making a God’s eye to start to understand simple weaving and knot making. On the second day everyone in class will be making individual textile blocks from weaving.   Design   In discovering design, students will study the core principles paired with hands on learning. A short presentation will be given, followed by group activities, creative games, and a scavenger hunt. The discovery is not just art, but how deeply science and math are at play.  Plein Air Oil PastelIn plein air students will pair up and sit outdoors to draw from nature using oil pastel. We will enjoy fresh air while learning a new medium. This segment teaches the students how to slow down and observe what is around them. Students will look closely to examine color transitions from shadows to highlights. We will be discussing how and why atmospheric perspective and focal fall-off occur. When picking the perfect landscape, they will have to critically think about color theory, and composition. A quick mark making refresher will be given prior to excursion.  Coiled &amp; Quilled Paper Bowls In coiled &amp; quilled students will be using assorted paper and glue to create a bowl. They will be working on their hand eye coordination during this project because it takes precision cutting, rolling, folding, 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 specialty paper or magazines you would like to bring from home to implement it into your work, please do so.   Open Studio Open studio time will allow more time to complete a project or explore mediums more in-depth. An instructor will assist if needed for all creative purposes. Pop Art vs. Op ArtOn Fun Friday we will finish off the week by jumping into the fun and wacky world of Pop and Op Art. The class will be taught about iconic famous works and be the artists that made them. The class will get a base image and must convert it to one or the other. We will see which side won by class majority as their favorite.    Color Block Painting In color block painting the students will focus on color. Instead of smooth transitions its chunky color changes and almost washed brushes. If you think this sounds terrible think about the names Matisse and Derain. Fauvism is known for its bold brush strokes and non-naturalistic patches of color. Forms are simplified and the subjects are just as expressive as these kids. The students will be emulating this style let the (les Fauves) “wild beasts” paint. Everyone will have a small canvas and acrylic paint to do this exercise.               Gallery On the last day students will have a final critic and create an art gallery show in the hall. They will be able to show off all their amazing hard work from the week. I recommend parents come to see the students’ accomplishments and celebrate their growth as an artist. WEEKLY TOPICS Artist Write-Ups and Intellectual Property Discussion: Students will need to bring paper and a pencil for note taking. An artist statement writing seminar will be directed at the beginning of class and students will create their own. We will also teach students about copyright laws and what digital output to use to prevent online piracy. We will highlight Metadata and the importance of your digital and/or physical signature. Digital Representation and Reproduction Options: Knowing how to digitally represent yourself and printing options is just the beginning of making your passion into a business platform. We will discuss how to make your art marketable.  Critique: Our students will select their favorite piece from the week and have a peer review. As artists, this is how we learn together. All items selected will be allowed to be put into the mastodon fair at no cost.

Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair

2026 Mastodon Fair Summer Art Camp for Grades K-5th

1000 Viking Dr

K-5th Camp -- Full Week: 6/15-6/19 (Pricing 6/7-6/13)

$200

K-5th Camp -- One Day: 6/15-6/19 (Pricing 6/7-6/13)

$75

K-5th Camp -- Full Week: 6/15-6/19 (Pricing 6/14 forward)

$225

K-5th Camp -- One Day: 6/15-6/19 (Pricing 6/14 forward)

$90

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