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katelyn matanis

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Bio

Meet Katelyn Matanis, a passionate student dedicated to serving her community and school. With a love for the arts that spans from drawing to crochet, Katelyn is certified in photoshop, illustrator, and premiere pro. As Vice President of Top Teens Americas Cocoa Brevard Chapter, she participates in the local MLK march and helps organize the annual pageant. At school, Katelyn currently holds the position of President for the National Honors Art Society, having previously served as treasurer. She also lends her artistic talent to face painting at football games and fundraisers throughout the year, and has even started a Crochet club at her school. As a member of the Musical theater department, Katelyn has honed her skills as an assistant stage manager in her first show and Head stage manager in the summer musical, Matilda. From a young age, Katelyn worked alongside her father doing bee removal and beekeeping, which eventually led to the creation of a family business selling honey and beeswax products that she and her twin sister would sell at craft fairs. Katelyn's dedication to the arts and community will continue as she pursues her education at Savannah Art Institute and Design, earning a degree in fashion and costume design.

Education

Merritt Island High School

High School
2020 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Majors of interest:

    • Apparel and Textiles
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Apparel & Fashion

    • Dream career goals:

      costume design fashion design

    • dishwasher, cashier

      soul food truck
      2022 – 20231 year
    • Embroiderer- operate and maintain a 26 thread embroidery machine

      Space shirt
      2023 – Present1 year

    Sports

    Track & Field

    Junior Varsity
    2020 – 20211 year

    Arts

    • High School- National Art Honors Society

      Painting
      Local community outreach face painting for kids: , Organizing art shows for foundraising
      2020 – Present
    • High School

      Performance Art
      Into the woods, Margaritaville, Matlta
      2022 – Present
    • High school

      Performance Art
      2022 – Present

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Top teen of America — vice president
      2021 – Present

    Future Interests

    Volunteering

    Entrepreneurship

    Rev. Frank W. Steward Memorial Scholarship
    In a world that often measures success by one's ability to navigate the written word effortlessly, imagine the courage and resilience it takes for a dyslexic teenager to rise above the challenges. With each page turned and every word conquered, I plan to demonstrate tenacity to overcome this challenge. In today's world, success is often measured by one's ability to read and write fluently. However, for a dyslexic teenager, it takes immense courage and resilience to overcome the challenges that come with this learning disorder. As I turn each page and conquer every word, I aim to demonstrate my tenacity to overcome this challenge and succeed in college. To ensure my success in college, I will continue to utilize academic support services and seek assistance from the college's disability support team. My passion lies in pursuing a career in fashion and costume design, which I am excited to pursue. With my skills and education, I hope to make a positive impact on the world. As a fashion and costume designer, I have a unique opportunity to celebrate and promote cultural identity by incorporating elements that reflect a particular culture's traditions, heritage, and values. Having grown up in a multicultural home as a Biracial and Afro-Caribbean individual, I deeply understand the importance of cultural representation in the fashion industry. Through my work, I aim to inspire others by telling stories and conveying emotions through the use of colors, textures, and patterns to create visually striking costumes that capture the audience's attention. As a senior in high school, I was voted best dress. I received this honor just due to self-expression. I wear clothes that are second-hand and handmade. My designs aim to celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and highlight the beauty in differences. As a designer, I am committed to promoting self-expression, uniqueness, and self-empowerment, particularly among young women. This is a cause that I am deeply passionate about and intend to pursue as a career. I love watching movies and binge-watching shows. We often hear the statement Art imitating life, the field of fashioned costume design sparks wonder, increases awareness, and creates dialogue. I believe that pursuing a career in fashion and costume design provides an incredible opportunity to raise awareness about important social issues. I can incorporate symbolism and storytelling to spark meaningful conversations through my designs. Fashion and costume design is a powerful tool for communicating cultural identity through symbolic elements. As an artist, I can create garments that reflect cultural and racial appropriations by incorporating colors, patterns, and symbols that hold deep meaning in particular cultures. These designs would convey a deeper meaning and represent cultural values and beliefs, celebrating diversity and facilitating a deeper understanding and appropriation of different traditions. As a biracial designer with Afro-Caribbean heritage, I am eager to use my platform to promote diversity and representation in the fashion industry. By creating costumes that celebrate different cultures and body types, I hope to break stereotypes and showcase the beauty of diversity. Ultimately, fashion and costume design is a means to evoke emotions and inspire positive change, fostering a sense of unity and acceptance within our communities.
    Alexis Mackenzie Memorial Scholarship for the Arts
    Winner
    At the tender age of 7, I was captivated by my grandmother's meticulous crafting of a garment. As her nimble fingers danced across the fabric, transforming it into a breathtaking masterpiece, I was filled with indescribable awe and wonder. This unforgettable memory has instilled in me a profound admiration for the world of fashion, fabric, and design that will forever be etched into the depths of my soul. Watching my grandmother design and create a gorgeous prom dress for my cousin served as a catalyst for a lifelong passion that has led me on a remarkable journey toward a career in fashion and costume design. As a fashion and costume designer, I have a unique opportunity to celebrate and promote cultural identity by incorporating elements that reflect a particular culture's traditions, heritage, and values. Growing up in a multicultural home as a Biracial and Afro-Caribbean individual has given me a deep appreciation for the importance of cultural representation in the fashion industry. Through my work, I aim to inspire others by telling stories and conveying emotions. I can use colors, textures, and patterns to create visually striking costumes that capture the audience's attention. As a senior in high school, I was voted best dress. I received this honor just due to self-expression. I wear clothes that are second-hand and handmade. My designs aim to celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and highlight the beauty in differences. As a designer, I am committed to promoting self-expression, uniqueness, and self-empowerment, particularly among young women. This is a cause that I am deeply passionate about and intend to pursue as a career. I love watching movies and binge-watching shows. We often hear the statement Art imitating life, the field of fashioned costume design sparks wonder, increases awareness, and creates dialogue.  I believe that pursuing a career in fashion and costume design provides an incredible opportunity to raise awareness about important social issues. I can incorporate symbolism and storytelling to spark meaningful conversations through my designs. Fashion and costume design is a powerful tool for communicating cultural identity through symbolic elements. As an artist, I can create garments that reflect cultural and racial appropriations by incorporating colors, patterns, and symbols that hold deep meaning in particular cultures. These designs would convey a deeper meaning and represent cultural values and beliefs, celebrating diversity and facilitating a deeper understanding and appreciation of different traditions. As a biracial designer with Afro-Caribbean heritage, I am eager to use my platform to promote diversity and representation in the fashion industry. By creating costumes that celebrate different cultures and body types, I hope to break stereotypes and showcase the beauty of diversity. Ultimately, fashion and costume design is a means to evoke emotions and inspire positive change, fostering a sense of unity and acceptance within our communities.