18
large original insect paintings with specimen displays,
biography label copy, insect collections and educational
scientific displays.
One
large insect portrait in progress evolves daily with
the stage performance of Jessa Huebing-Reitinger
Fun
Interactive Contents
Scheduled “Bug Trunk” animated skits with James
Huebing-Reitinger which requires fun educational participation
from an audience of all ages
Self Discovery Microscope Station-A diverse variety of specimens
for viewing and exploration of all ages
Interactive dialogue and demonstrations with both artists
of Project InSECT 5 days a week for all ages and any size
group
Self guided puzzle booklets about the paintings in the exhibit
for all ages
Draw
Your Own Bug Art Station for younger ages
Mini Insect Zoo-Live insects and arachnids for observation
and handling (where applicable)
Innovative
Educational Contents
Visitors
observe the painting and scientific illustrator processes
with Jessa Huebing-Reitinger live on site. In addition,
web cams and flat screen televisions coming in 2007
Artists
focus on an indigenous invertebrate including endangered
or threatened species and its habitat locally
10
minute award winning documentary about Project InSECT
artists and paintings playing continuously 7 days a week
Take
home coloring pages and project sheets about insects,
art, and conservation of our planet earth
Thrilling
Outreach Contents
A “Bug Trunk” animated skit with James Huebing-Reitinger
or lecture with Project InSECT visuals
10
minute Project InSECT Documentary viewing
Live insects and handling demonstration (when permitted)
Teacher and student information packs provided
Special
class assignments and creative projects
Short question and answer session
Bug of the month Art and Writing Competition opportunities
for grade school children (prizes provided by Project InSECT)
