Chatt Moms for Social Justice

The Elementa Realm may be closed now, but it lives on in each of the incredible attendees, performers, and volunteers! Last night was magical! ✨The love and support everyone showed @magicofliteracychatt 📚 blew us away and we consider you all part of the fae-mily now! We’ve been LOVING all of your pictures and videos, so keep tagging us! We will post more over the next few days (when we’ve slept a bit 🤣) so stay tuned! #MagicOfLiteracy #ElementaFantasyBall #ChattanoogaEvents #FantasyBall

Saturday evening feels like a dream. ✨📚 But, the dream was made real by the incredible volunteers, cosplayers, performers, vendors, and attendees. And for that, we thank you! We wanted to highlight a few of them, so please go follow and give them your business! Thank you to our sponsors: @raylawns2020 @eleventsweddings , @brookebraggerphoto , and @karikatzikrafts ! And thank you to our incredible partners: @cassieraedsgn . our magical photoshoot fairy 🧚 who took the shots in this post 📸 @chattanoogachoochoo - because who doesn’t want to dance to a LOTR dance remix in a building completed in 1907? @chatt_circus_collective - our friends and masters of their craft who dazzled while eating fire, hanging from the air pouring drinks, danced, juggled fire, made it rain smoke bubbles, contorted, and more. @amyxdarlingx , who understood the assignment when it came to keeping the dance floor packed with swirling ball gowns (and was DJing the @thefaerave the night before! 🙌) @frothymonkey - our Elementa Tavern who closed their doors to the public for us and served up delicious fare and faerie wine! @gate11distillery - for keeping the party going with element-inspired cocktails and entertainment! @thehotelchalet - a beautiful place for our out-of-town (and some local) guests to rest their tired feet and wings. And to our other partners, we couldn’t have done the event without your support: @be_caffeinated @boneyard.bar @firstverseproductions @flawlesschattanooga @goodsisterstudio @hartsyfartsy @jolijardinfarm @jo5hmorales @kyecosmetics @lupispizzapies @mountainmedia.tn @nnekabobekah @panesintheglass.bycass @privateerrum @rigelhellas @twelfth.house @velvetink.tattoo and many more! #ElementaFantasyBall #MagicofLiteracy #FantasyBall #ChattanoogaEvents

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at MSJ 💜 Motherhood in these perilous days is a revolutionary act, never forget it. Thank you, you’re doing great.

Moms don’t want flowers, they want custom fantasy tattoos!! 😅✨ Elementa Fae Folk- when Velvet Ink’s spots filled so quickly we knew what we wanted to do, and the amazing artists @velvetink.tattoo agreed! They have kindly opened up their studio Friday May 22 from 9 AM- 2pm for 16 additional spots with these beautiful flash designs created specifically for Elementa. Simply follow the link in our bio to sign up with your design of choice. Swipe to see the artist’s designs!➡️ Things to know: -Prices range from $80- $150✨ -Includes line work AND shading✨ -Arms and legs only✨ -Designs cannot be changed✨ Big thank you to Velvet Ink for making their beautiful work available to more guests! Have fun and don’t forget to tag us when you get your new ink! ✨🧚

Almost a year ago when we decided to throw a Fantasy Ball, we knew who we wanted to talk to first. We nervously sat across the table from these two incredible women and told them our idea and asked- ‘Will you please be a part of it?’ When we received the call that their board had approved and they were officially partnering with us, we collectively squealed- ‘The Circus is coming, the Circus is coming!!’🎪✨ We could not have known the sheer force of nature that is the @chatt_circus_collective that would grace Elementa. The overwhelming creativity, beauty, wonder and joy they brought to Elementa was nothing short of transcendent. Like many of you, we were and still are speechless. Enormous gratitude to the Chattanooga Circus Collective and all the beautiful and talented artists, many of whom donated their time and talents to share with us all. We are changed. And if you left Elementa wanting to run away and join the Circus, you can join the chorus in helping us convince them to come back next year! ✨ @wander.with.aggie @house_of_beff @nnekabobekah @grayson.t.c @marybeth_fall @tiny.tigerrrrr @onlia_michelle_ @aubreysideshow @cassafrass_ @brit.bro @sun.whale_ @kessica_jelley @jenergyart @kiah_day @aerial.k.west @k_nikol21 @sayuridesigns @tracyl7 @modernmonkeyboy @justice_n_pole @shaina_spins @pixie.peculiar @murph.abernathy @giulli.caragianes @aimonhosey @trial_by_stone @k.atdaddy20 @wildwoodacro And we would be remiss if we didn’t thank @rigelhellas , the kind and talented photographer who captured these shots. 📸 Thank you! #ElementaFantasyBall #MagicOfLiteracy #ChattanoogaEvents #ChattanoogaTN

We are still reeling from the completely transcendent experience that was Elementa this past Saturday! ✨📚 We have so many incredible people to thank for making this dream a reality. And we couldn’t go another moment without thanking these beautiful creatures. Our Elementa cast showed up and showed out with incredible custom costumes, boundless creativity, unending support and hype. They showed us an enormous amount of grace given this was our first fantasy event (for grownups). This cast is enormously funny, mutually supportive, generous and kind. We welcomed them as artists, and now consider them part of the MOL Family. And we could not help but mention that each of these performers donated their time and their talent because they deeply believe in our mission. We aren’t sure how we got so lucky, but we are grateful. There’s no community like the book community. 📚 Elementa Featured Cast✨ Fire Queen🔥 @thecloudykate Fire King 🔥@wnhon_cosplays Water Queen 🌊@kraykrayforbooks Air Queen- 💨@voiceandvisionary Earth King 🍃 @christionpierce Queen Mab 🧚@loveannkathleen Feyre ✨@highladyknight Nesta 🖤@fallfromgrracecosplay Saeris 🦋@marissaroseflows Violet ⚔️ - @she.is.whimsy Our Community Cosplay Cast✨ Solara @kiracosplays Elain @darlingchickadee Amren @emilysahotmess Lidia- @heathersstorybook Lehabah @chaoticfaecosplay Catriona @eternal_cursebreaker Manon @rosiethornss Aelin @kenziesadventurebook Dorian @xomasii Dark Earth Fae @pixie.peculiar And to our two cast members who could not make it due to unforeseen circumstances – we so appreciate you and we’ll see you next year! @gwynslibrary @modelpaigenicole . These stunning photos 📸 were taken by the talented photoshoot fairy, 🧚@cassieraedsgn #ElementaFantasyBall #Cosplay #ChattanoogaTN

What an incredible, magical night this community created. It was truly an honor to be part of such a special event. We’re already looking forward to seeing everyone again next year—thank you for including us in something so unforgettable. #chattanoogafun #chattanoogachoochoo #gate11distillery #chattanooga

One brings the glow 💡 and the other brings the glambot 🎥 ! We’re happy to feature two of our partners: @mountainmedia.tn and @firstverseproductions ! We’ve had the pleasure of working with @mountainmedia.tn several times and they always capture the coolest 360 videos! At Elementa, our guests can stand on a platform as the camera revolves around them, capturing a slow-motion video of your fantasy looks of you and your friends! Our friends at Mtn. Media recommended @firstverseproductions as the best in Chattanooga when it comes to lighting an event. We can’t wait to see what they create inside the Chattanooga Choo Choo dome to set the mood for revelry and magic at the Elementa Fantasy Ball! Thank you to both of these local businesses for believing in the Magic of Literacy and helping to make the Elementa Realm come to life! #FantasyBall #ChattanoogaEvents #ChattanoogaTN #MagicOfLiteracy

In just a few short days, this breathtaking landmark will transform into the Elementa Realm!! ✨📚✨📚✨📚✨📚✨📚✨ A whole team of dedicated volunteers have been working day and night for months to bring this magical vision to life and we cannot wait to share it with our guests! And while we believe you will be awe-struck by the evening we have in store- we trust that everyone involved remembers why we’re coming together! The magic and love of literature, of art, of inclusion, of celebration and acceptance. If only for a few hours let us leave the mad world behind and revel in what is possible when we move together. Hope you’re ready Chattanooga cause we’re about to bring it!! ✨ #elementafantasyball #fantasyball #chattanoogaevents

From hand-drawn dragons 🐉 to quotes from our favorite fantasy books 📚, Velvet Ink has created some beautiful fantasy flash tattoo designs for Elementa ticket holders! They’ll be set up in the Elementa Tavern (Frothy Monkey) all evening, so be sure to go stop by and see their work even if you aren’t getting inked! Swipe to see all the designs! ✨ Things to know: - Prices range from $80-$150 - Includes line work AND shading! - Arms and legs only - Designs cannot be changed - Sign-up opens at 6pm - First come, first served If you want to sign up to purchase/receive a tattoo, do so toward the beginning of the evening because slots are sure to go fast! Velvet Ink will collect your information when you sign up and will call/text you when it’s your time. Any questions? Please reach out to @velvetink.tattoo ! Which design is your favorite? Comment and tell us below! #FlashTattoos #VelvetInk #ElementaFantasyBall #ChattanoogaTattoo #FantasyBall

We are soooo unbelievably excited to announce at long last the majestic makeup maven of Tennessee @kyecosmetics will be bringing her flawless magic to Elementa!✨💋 Step into her or her amazing assistant Salem’s chair for an almost instant Fantasy look for the night! Glitter Bombs, Elemental line work, Fantasy Stenciling, Lashes & Smokey Eyes-Oh My ALL in around 5 min!!🧚 ✨special rate for our High Fae and Noble guests!✨ ‘Kyelani has been a part of the makeup industry for twelve years as a professional makeup artist, live entertainer, and cosmetics brand training educator. She began her carreer with MAC cosmetics and recieved her pro certifications in NYC through mac. For years she worked as a senior artist with Urban decay, Huda beauty, LYS and now serves East Tennessee for Tarte cosmetics as the sales and education artist for the area. Kyelani also works as the regional brand trainer for amika hair and body and as a model and demonstrator for Clarins science backed spa grade skincare. If that’s not enough, she is TN’s lead Sephora artist for Mac! She is inspired by community, kindness, and touch of glam.’ And we are inspired by her! We are so pleased and excited to Welcome our super-glam friend Kye to the Realm! ✨ #ElementaFantasyBall #ChattnoogaEvents #FantasyBall

We are already seeing glimpses of some absolutely gorgeous costumes being prepped for debut at Elementa! And we simply cannot wait to see you all in all of your magical magnificence!! ✨ If a member of our esteemed featured Elementa cast approaches and presents you with this miniature crown, YOU have been selected as a finalist in our Elementa costume contest! Please make your way to the DJ booth according to the time in your program, and prepare to be announced and presented to the Elementa Realm- votes by applause with the final decision resting in the knowing hands of Mother Gaia! Prizes for 1st and 2nd Place, Couples included. Bring it, the Realm awaits!! ✨👑 #ElementaFantasyBall #ChattanoogaEvents #FantasyBall