The Award for Innovation in Mas
Goes to ‘The Hyper-Physical Being’
Toronto, ON (August 2, 3013)
– With its ambiguous coils unraveling outwards and colourful wings
reaching upwards, “The Hyper-Physical
Being” is the winner of the Ontario Science Centre’s Award for
Innovation in Mas presented last night at the King and Queen Competition
at Lamport stadium. The spectacular creation was designed and built by
Danzo Balroop and the team at Louis Saldenah’s Mas-K
club.
The judging panel was made up of Walter Stoddard and Bernie Hillar of the Ontario Science Centre’s Science Content and Design
Branch, and Dr. Marsha Haynes, Medical Liaison for Merck Canada,
who participated in many carnivals in her native Trinidad.
“Tremendous
research, problem-solving, experimentation and collaboration were
clearly displayed at every camp we visited in the days leading up to the
competition,” said Walter Stoddard.
“’The Hyper–Physical Being’ incorporates structurally-challenging
elements using twisted and coiled masts and rods, adding an element of
complexity that made it stand apart.”
The
annual Award goes to the Mas designer who best demonstrates the
application of problem-solving, risk-taking and inspiration. The costume
must show innovation in the use of materials,
mechanics and engineering that permit movement, flexibility and
durability. The award was created in 2010 to put a spotlight on the
science of Mas, drawing attention to the processes involved in
costume-making and recognizing the scientific merit of the engineers
of these creative masterpieces.
About the Ontario Science Centre
The
Ontario Science Centre delights, informs and challenges the communities
we serve, enriching people’s lives and understanding through engagement
with science of local, national
and global relevance. Since 1969, the Ontario Science Centre has
welcomed over 45 million visitors, with an interactive approach that was
the model for Science Centres around the world. It is the public centre
for innovative thinking and provocative dialogue
in science and technology, aiming to inspire a lifelong journey of
curiosity, discovery and action to create a better future for the
planet. The Ontario Science Centre is an agency of the Government of
Ontario. Please visit us at
www.ontariosciencecentre.ca
About Scotiabank
Toronto Caribbean Carnival
Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival is an exciting three-week cultural explosion of Caribbean music, cuisine, revelry as well as visual and performing arts. In its 45th year it has become a major international event and the largest cultural festival of its kind in North America. As Carnival is an international cultural phenomenon, the great metropolis of Toronto and its environs will come alive as the city explodes with the pulsating rhythms and melodies of Calypso, Soca, Reggae, Hip Hop, Chutney, Steel Pan and Brass Bands. For complete listing information, visit www.torontocaribbeancarnival.com.
Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival is an exciting three-week cultural explosion of Caribbean music, cuisine, revelry as well as visual and performing arts. In its 45th year it has become a major international event and the largest cultural festival of its kind in North America. As Carnival is an international cultural phenomenon, the great metropolis of Toronto and its environs will come alive as the city explodes with the pulsating rhythms and melodies of Calypso, Soca, Reggae, Hip Hop, Chutney, Steel Pan and Brass Bands. For complete listing information, visit www.torontocaribbeancarnival.com.
