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  • Riding the Creative Wave: Visual Journaling Techniques to Spark Artmaking All Year Long
    Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 07/15/2026 at 7:00 PM (EDT)

    [July 15, 2026 | 7pm ET] Visual journaling is a powerful way to fuel creativity, deepen reflection, and spark meaningful artmaking—for both teachers and students. In this energizing webinar, artists and educators David Modler, Eric Scott, and Sam Peck will guide participants through accessible journaling processes that support personal art practice while enriching K–12 classroom instruction.

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    Riding the Creative Wave: Visual Journaling Techniques to Spark Artmaking All Year Long
    Wednesday, July 15, 2026
    FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembers

    Visual journaling is a powerful way to fuel creativity, deepen reflection, and spark meaningful artmaking—for both teachers and students. In this energizing webinar, artists and educators David Modler, Eric Scott, and Sam Peck will guide participants through accessible journaling processes that support personal art practice while enriching K–12 classroom instruction.

    Using surfing metaphors as a playful entry point, the presenters will explore intuition, a/r/tography, and culturally responsive art education through hands-on prompts and materials. Throughout the session, they will demonstrate a range of visual journaling techniques and materials, modeling accessible processes you can immediately bring into your own teaching and artmaking. You’ll experience how visual journaling can capture lived experience, connect identity to creative inquiry, and create space for exploration—whether during the school year or in summer art experiences.

    Designed for K–12 art educators at all experience levels, this webinar offers ready-to-use strategies, adaptable prompts, and practical ways to integrate visual journals into your studio classroom. Participants will leave with techniques they can apply immediately to inspire experimentation, reflection, and sustained artistic momentum.

    What You’ll Learn:

    - Practical journaling strategies and prompts that support both teacher and student creativity.
    - Hands-on techniques that connect intuition, identity, and visual inquiry.
    - Adaptable approaches for summer artmaking or year-round classroom use.
    - Real examples that help you inspire reflection, experimentation, and playful exploration.

    David Modler

    Professor of Art, Coordinator of Art Education, Department Chair

    David Modler is a maker, scholar, and professor originally from Baltimore, Maryland. He earned his BS and MEd degrees in Art Education from Towson State University and his MFA in Studio Art from James Madison University. He works obsessively in visual journals, and his work is conceptually rooted in art and social practice structures, cultivating community engagement, and exploring collaborative systems. He is currently serving as a fully tenured professor of art, coordinator of art education, and the chair of the Department of Contemporary Art, Communication, and Theater at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.


    Eric Scott

    Artist–Educator, Round Hill Arts Center and Loudoun School for Advanced Studies

    Eric Scott is an artist and educator born and raised in Washington, Pennsylvania.He is dedicated to sharing his art and helping people tap into their artistic potential and cultivate their creativity. With 30 years of teaching experience, he frequently travels and provides workshops and presentations on the power of art and the visual journal.

    In 2005 he teamed up with friend and artistic accomplice David Modler to coauthor two bestselling books, The Journal Junkies Workshop and Journal Fodder 365, both published by North Light Books. Eric lives in Purcellville, Virginia, with his wife and their menagerie of animals.


    Sam Peck

    PhD Candidate; Artist–Researcher–Teacher, New Bedford Public Schools, New Bedford, MA

    Sam Peck is an artist, researcher, and teacher based in Warwick, Rhode Island, with a daughter on the way. While his foundation is in making art objects, stepping back for a broader view has sharpened his curiosity about how art shapes relationships. His recent projects focus on creating experiences that foster deeper human connection. Sam is a PhD student in Art Education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Minnesota. Working through post-intentional phenomenology infused with a playful a/r/tographic approach, he explores collaborative visual journaling and object-oriented ways of understanding the world.


    Upon completion of this NAEA webinar, you may earn 1 hour of professional development credit as designated by NAEA. Once the webinar is completed, you may view/print a Certification of Participation under the "Contents" tab. You may also print a transcript of all webinars attended under the "Dashboard" link in the right sidebar section of the page.  

    Clock hours provided upon completion of any NAEA professional learning program are granted for participation in an organized professional learning experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified instruction, and can be used toward continuing education credit in most states. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify acceptance by professional governing authorities in their area.

  • Mindful Creativity in the Art Room: Simple Practices to Support Well-Being and Authentic Expression
    Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 05/13/2026 at 7:00 PM (EDT)

    [May 13, 2026 | 7pm ET] Art classrooms offer a powerful space for students to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and engage more deeply in the creative process. This webinar introduces practical, time-efficient strategies that blend mindfulness, intuitive artmaking, and SEL-informed practices to help middle and high school students reduce stress, build emotional awareness, and express themselves with greater confidence.

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    Mindful Creativity in the Art Room: Simple Practices to Support Well-Being and Authentic Expression
    Wednesday, May 13, 2026
    FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembers

    Art classrooms offer a powerful space for students to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and engage more deeply in the creative process. This webinar introduces practical, time-efficient strategies that blend mindfulness, intuitive artmaking, and SEL-informed practices to help middle and high school students reduce stress, build emotional awareness, and express themselves with greater confidence.

    Teaching art and mindfulness together creates the mental space students need for creative thinking to flourish. Mindful routines help students settle their minds, ease anxiety, and access their imagination more easily, while process-focused art prompts encourage authentic expression without the pressure of perfection. These small shifts can transform the studio environment—improving focus, supporting self-regulation, and strengthening students’ ability to understand and communicate their emotions through art.

    Explore ready-to-use ideas that fit naturally into existing lessons and daily classroom flow through this webinar. Learn how simple mindful moments and sensory-based check-ins can enrich studio routines, and how intuitive mark-making prompts—such as expressive drawing, guided visualization, or nonrepresentational response exercises—can help students bypass self-judgment and tap into their creative impulses. Discover the connection between present-moment awareness, creative confidence, and emotional well-being, offering concrete strategies that encourage students to feel more grounded and more connected to their own artistic voice.

    What You’ll Learn:

    - How to integrate quick 2- to 5-minute mindful routines—including breath work, sensory check-ins, and “slow looking”—to help students transition smoothly into artmaking.
    - Intuitive art prompts that emphasize process over product, allowing students to explore, experiment, and express themselves without fear of making mistakes.
    - Strategies for supporting emotional regulation and SEL through arts-based practices that help students understand, communicate, and manage their feelings.
    - Approaches for fostering a calmer, more focused studio culture, where students feel safe to take creative risks and engage more deeply with materials and ideas.

    Raine Valentine

    CAN Teacher Leader, Caucus on the Spiritual in Art Education Past Chair;Art Educator, Ridgely Middle School, Baltimore County, MD; Adjunct Professor, Notre Dame of MD

    Raine Valentine is an award-winning art educator, intuitive painter, and former Chair of the Caucus on the Spiritual in Art Education. A leader in the NAEA Connected Arts Network, she is committed to uplifting mindful, culturally grounded, and student-centered creative practices. As the National Middle Level Art Educator of the Year, Raine brings over 15 years of experience integrating Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB), SEL, and Indigenous teachings into transformative art experiences. Her work empowers young artists to connect with their inner voice, regulate emotions, and embrace intuitive expression, while helping educators implement meaningful, time-efficient strategies that support holistic well-being and creativity.

    Jane Dalton

    Professor of Art Education, University of North Carolina Charlotte

    Jane Dalton’s work integrates studio art and teacher education, emphasizing transformative learning through contemplative pedagogy, mindfulness, and the expressive arts. Grounded in learning science and neuroscience, her research shows how meditation can reshape brain function, behavior, and focus. She examines how contemplative art practices support emotional balance, self-awareness, and personal growth. Her recent book, The Mindful Studio (2023), adds to her three coedited volumes on contemplative practice and pedagogy in education. Dalton has authored multiple peer-reviewed chapters and articles, presented widely at conferences, and maintains an active studio practice alongside her academic scholarship.

    Upon completion of this NAEA webinar, you may earn 1 hour of professional development credit as designated by NAEA. Once the webinar is completed, you may view/print a Certification of Participation under the "Contents" tab. You may also print a transcript of all webinars attended under the "Dashboard" link in the right sidebar section of the page.  

    Clock hours provided upon completion of any NAEA professional learning program are granted for participation in an organized professional learning experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified instruction, and can be used toward continuing education credit in most states. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify acceptance by professional governing authorities in their area.

  • Building Thriving Ceramics Programs: Practical Strategies, Creative Possibilities, and Real-World Classroom Insights
    Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 03/18/2026 at 7:00 PM (EDT)

    [March 18, 2026 | 7pm ET] Ceramics offers students a uniquely tactile and deeply engaging artmaking experience—yet building and sustaining a ceramics program can feel overwhelming, especially in schools with limited space, resources, or only one art teacher. This energizing webinar brings together experienced ceramics educators who will share practical, classroom-tested approaches for creating a vibrant and accessible ceramics program in any preK–12 setting.

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    Building Thriving Ceramics Programs: Practical Strategies, Creative Possibilities, and Real-World Classroom Insights
    Wednesday, March 18, 2026
    FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembers

    Ceramics offers students a uniquely tactile and deeply engaging artmaking experience—yet building and sustaining a ceramics program can feel overwhelming, especially in schools with limited space, resources, or only one art teacher. This energizing webinar brings together experienced ceramics educators who will share practical, classroom-tested approaches for creating a vibrant and accessible ceramics program in any preK–12 setting.

    Through real-world examples and adaptable strategies, presenters will demonstrate how to organize essential materials, set up safe and functional studio spaces, and make clay work meaningful and achievable for all learners. You’ll also hear how a ceramic artist in a small district built a robust ceramics program within general 9–12 art classes—offering candid insight into advocacy, funding, equipment selection, safety regulations, and navigating classroom space challenges.

    Designed for educators at any stage, this webinar emphasizes how thoughtful planning, creative problem solving, and intentional curriculum design can spark joy for both teachers and students. You’ll leave with concrete techniques, resource recommendations, and ready-to-use approaches to strengthen your practice and support long-term program sustainability.

    What You’ll Learn:

    - Practical strategies for organizing supplies, materials, and studio workflows that make clay accessible to all learners.
    - Techniques for establishing safe, developmentally appropriate routines for kiln use, clay handling, tool care, and classroom movement.
    - Guidance for selecting kilns, clay bodies, glazes, and essential tools suited to various grade levels and school types.
    - Approaches for advocating for ceramics instruction within your school or district, including navigating safety requirements and space limitations.
    - Funding ideas—from grants to partnerships to creative low-cost solutions—that help launch or sustain a ceramics program.
    - Adaptable project ideas and instructional strategies that nurture creativity, skill development, and student engagement across grade levels.

    Sarah Horn

    Visual Arts Instructor, Walton-Verona High School, Walton, KY

    Sarah Horn earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics from the University of Cincinnati and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Northern Kentucky University. Sarah is also a National Board Certified Teacher in EAYA Visual Art. As an artist and educator, Sarah balances an active ceramic studio practice while teaching in a small, slightly rural school in northern Kentucky. Sarah is active on the Kentucky Art Education Association Board of Directors as the Public Relations Officer and currently serves as the NAEA Secondary Division Southeastern Region Director.

    Christine Colby

    Art Educator, Seabreeze High School, Daytona Beach, FL

    Christine Colby is a sculpture and ceramics teacher in Daytona Beach, Florida. She teaches all levels of 3D Art and ceramics to six classes a day. Christine earned her Bachelor of Fine Art from the University of South Florida and her Master of Fine Arts in Ceramics from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. She is responsible for direct instruction, firing kilns, ordering supplies, grading artworks, and helping students enter artworks into multiple competitions through the year.

    Upon completion of this NAEA webinar, you may earn 1 hour of professional development credit as designated by NAEA. Once the webinar is completed, you may view/print a Certification of Participation under the "Contents" tab. You may also print a transcript of all webinars attended under the "Dashboard" link in the right sidebar section of the page.  

    Clock hours provided upon completion of any NAEA professional learning program are granted for participation in an organized professional learning experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified instruction, and can be used toward continuing education credit in most states. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify acceptance by professional governing authorities in their area.

  • NAEA Open Studio Conversation | Cultivating a Culture of Research: Art Education Research in Action With the NAEA Research Commission
    Contains 2 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 02/19/2026 at 7:00 PM (EST)

    [February 19, 2026 | 7pm ET] This Open Studio panel examines the breadth of research initiatives supported and undertaken by the NAEA Research Commission in advancing the discipline of art education. The session will present accessible research tools, current and emerging scholarship, and opportunities for action research within the field. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the Commission’s priorities, the potential forms and impacts of teacher-led research, and new directions shaping contemporary art education scholarship.

    NAEA Open Studio Conversation | Cultivating a Culture of Research: Art Education Research in Action With the NAEA Research Commission
    Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 7pm ET
    Cost: FREE!

    This Open Studio panel examines the breadth of research initiatives supported and undertaken by the NAEA Research Commission in advancing the discipline of art education. The session will present accessible research tools, current and emerging scholarship, and opportunities for action research within the field. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the Commission’s priorities, the potential forms and impacts of teacher-led research, and new directions shaping contemporary art education scholarship.

    Please note that participation in this live event or recording does not include NAEA professional learning credit. 

    Aaron D. Knochel

    Associate Professor of Art Education

    Penn State

    Aaron D. Knochel has worked in schools, museums, and community arts programs, both domestically and internationally. Currently, Aaron is an associate professor of art education and affiliated faculty at the Arts & Design Research Incubator (ADRI). Aaron is a mixed-methods researcher, curriculum theorist, and artist with interests in transdisciplinary learning, critical social theory, and media arts. His research includes community-based media production, digital visual culture in K–12 art classrooms, and learning in maker cultures. Current funded projects explore generative AI and interdisciplinary intersections on health, care, and creative practice. His published works include articles in Studies in Art Education, Visual Arts Research, and the International Journal of Education Through Art. He coedited Global Media Arts: Mapping Global Perspectives in Media Arts in Education (Palgrave, 2023) and Critical Digital Making in Art Education (Lang, 2020). 

    Hyunji Kwon

    Associate Professor

    University of South Carolina

    Hyunji Kwon is an associate professor of art education and a faculty affiliate in the Department of Women’s and Gender Studies at the University of South Carolina. Her research expertise includes trauma studies and art pedagogy, informed by her extensive community work with trauma-affected individuals, including women living in transitional homes and survivors of sexual violence. She has received prestigious fellowships and awards, including one from the National Endowment for the Arts, and has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. She has also served on editorial boards for prominent journals in the field. Currently, she is working on a solo-authored book on trauma and art pedagogy. 

    Cappie Dobyns

    Art Educator

    Ames Middle School

    Cappie Dobyns earned her PhD from Drake University and is a 35-year veteran of teaching middle school art and gifted & talented in Texas and now Iowa. She sponsors a chapter of the National Junior Art Honor Society (NJAHS) which inspired her passion, research, and service in talent development and high-ability art education. In the National Association of Gifted (NAGC), Cappie served as chair of the NAGC's Arts Network. In NAEA she serves as a Research Commissioner, a member of the Professional Materials Committee, and as secretary of the newly formed Interest Group, Developing Potential & Talent in Art (DPTA). She received NAEA’s Outstanding NJAHS Sponsor Award in 2013 and has been a two-time recipient of NAEA's Western Region Middle Level Educator Award in 2001 and 2020. 

    Kelly Bisogno

    Coordinator of Fine Arts

    Virginia Department of Education

    Kelly Bisogno is the coordinator of fine arts at the Virginia Department of Education. She has taught art to children, teens, and adults for over 15 years. She holds BFA degrees in Sculpture and Art Education from Virginia Commonwealth University and a master’s degree in educational technology and education leadership. She is a Distinguished Fellow of the Virginia Art Education Association and Virginia Art Educator of the Year in 2024. Kelly serves on several state and national arts education organizations and is the co-chair of the Arts Education Partnership Data Working Group. 

    Keri Reynolds

    Secondary Research Commissioner

    National Art Education Association

    Keri Reynolds is a National Board Certified Teacher and secondary fine arts lead in Houston, Texas. Her teaching experiences transcend across a variety of age levels ranging from kindergarten to adults in various capacities and community settings and include specialization in teaching studio art courses at the secondary level. She also serves as the National Art Education Association (NAEA) Secondary Research Commissioner. Her research interests focus on contemporary art and community-based art education with underserved populations. She has presented across the country at NAEA and AP conferences, and her recent publications include articles published in SchoolArts and the Texas Art Education Association’s TRENDS Journal. 

    Jane Dalton

    Professor of Art Education

    University of North Carolina Charlotte

    Jane Dalton’s research integrates studio art and teacher education, focusing on transformative learning through mindfulness and the expressive arts. Grounded in neuroscience, Jane’s work explores how contemplative art practices enhance emotional balance, focus, and self-awareness—key elements of creativity and personal growth. Jane’s recent book, The Mindful Studio: Cultivating Creativity and Well-Being in the Classroom (Davis, 2023), expands on these ideas. Jane has coedited three books on contemplative pedagogy, including >span class="NormalTextRun SCXW262617826 BCX0">Through Lectio and Visio Divina, and continues an active studio practice that enriches teaching and research. 

  • Universal Design Learning: Time-Saving Strategies for Building Inclusive Art Classrooms
    Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 02/04/2026 at 7:00 PM (EST)

    [February 4, 2026 | 7pm ET] Art classrooms are vibrant, creative spaces filled with students who bring a wide range of strengths, needs, and ways of learning. Planning for everyone can feel challenging—but it doesn’t have to. This webinar introduces Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a practical, time-saving framework for creating more inclusive and accessible art classrooms. With a few small shifts in how lessons are planned and delivered, art educators can support more learners without increasing workload. In this 1-hour session, two experienced art educators will share easy-to-implement strategies, a flexible planning tool, and real-world classroom examples that strengthen engagement, accessibility, and instructional flow.

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    Universal Design Learning: Time-Saving Strategies for Building Inclusive Art Classrooms
    Wednesday, February 4, 2026
    FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembers

    Art classrooms are vibrant, creative spaces filled with students who bring a wide range of strengths, needs, and ways of learning. Planning for everyone can feel challenging—but it doesn’t have to. This webinar introduces Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a practical, time-saving framework for creating more inclusive and accessible art classrooms. With a few small shifts in how lessons are planned and delivered, art educators can support more learners without increasing workload. 

    In this 1-hour session, two experienced art educators will share easy-to-implement strategies, a flexible planning tool, and real-world classroom examples that strengthen engagement, accessibility, and instructional flow. 

    What You’ll Take Away: 

    Three simple UDL strategies that make lessons run more smoothly and reach more learners. 

    A flexible planning template that saves time (and reduces last-minute adjustments). 

    Real classroom examples, not just theory. 

    A live Q and A to personalize what you learn.


    Tamryn McDermott

    Assistant Professor of Art Education, Caine School of the Arts, Utah State University

    Tamryn McDermott is an assistant professor of art education at Utah State University, where she mentors preservice art educators and designs inclusive curriculum. She began her career teaching K–12 art in Fairfax County, Virginia, and recently earned a PhD in Arts Administration, Education, and Policy from The Ohio State University. Her research explores collective reflection and multimodal arts-based methodologies—including poetic inquiry and intermedia visual journaling—to support equity and creativity in higher education. Tamryn’s work bridges classroom practice and advocacy, advancing Universal Design for Learning in art education. 

    Matt Ravenstahl

    Art Educator, South Lakes High School, Reston, VA

    Matthew Ravenstahl has been a visual arts and theory of knowledge teacher for 32 years. His MFA was completed at University of Maryland, College Park with a concentration in sculpture and drawing. His doctorate degree was earned from Durham University, located in northern England. Matt’s thesis dealt with visual art as a means of navigating the liminal state and crossing associated thresholds. His research has evolved to focus on neurodiverse students and inclusive art learning environments. 

    Thisinterest inspired Matt to start a unique course at South Lakes that is amixture of Cat B and typical students at a 50:50 ratioand is a team-taught course. Therehave been several news stories and articles produced about this class.   

    Upon completion of this NAEA webinar, you may earn 1 hour of professional development credit as designated by NAEA. Once the webinar is completed, you may view/print a Certification of Participation under the "Contents" tab. You may also print a transcript of all webinars attended under the "Dashboard" link in the right sidebar section of the page.  

    Clock hours provided upon completion of any NAEA professional learning program are granted for participation in an organized professional learning experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified instruction, and can be used toward continuing education credit in most states. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify acceptance by professional governing authorities in their area.

  • Monthly Mentor Meetings
    Contains 8 Component(s) Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 01/29/2026 at 7:00 PM (EST)

    A collection of upcoming Monthly Mentor Meetings and past resources, including videos and handouts on classroom organization tips, management strategies, and lesson plan ideas and inspiration.

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    Monthly Mentor Meetings is a new program designed to bring art educators together for rich, collaborative conversations. Each session offers a space to explore classroom strategies, share insights, and connect with others who are passionate about art education. 

    Why Join?
    This pilot program is more than professional development—it’s a chance to engage with a vibrant community of educators who understand your journey. Through thoughtful dialogue and shared experiences, you’ll gain new tools, fresh perspectives, and renewed excitement in your teaching journey.  

    Program Goals: 
    - Connect art educators with mentorship, encouragement, and real-world support
    - Foster ongoing professional growth through shared expertise
    - Build community through authentic, meaningful conversations
    - Share proven strategies and resources to elevate classroom practice 

    What to Expect:
    Members will meet virtually for an hour-long session filled with collaborative discussion, teaching applications, and actionable takeaways. These meetings are intended to be energizing, reflective, and immediately beneficial for your teaching practice. Each month, a different Mentor Teacher will share their insights and expertise, providing participants with the opportunity to ask questions and gain valuable knowledge to enhance their teaching methods. 

    Meetings will not be recorded to encourage members to ask questions and seek authentic feedback. After each Monthly Mentor Meeting, short video resources and handouts will be available here.

    Benefits for Attendees: 
    - Guidance and encouragement from experienced teachers
    - Practical resources and effective teaching strategies
    - Opportunities to build lasting professional connections 

    Who Can Join? 
    This program is designed primarily to support preservice and early-career art teachers, but all NAEA members are encouraged to participate—whether you’re starting your teaching journey or are an experienced educator.

    2025–2026 Meeting Dates: All sessions are held online from 7:00–8:00 pm ET.
    - Tuesday, October 28, 2025
    - Tuesday, November 18, 2025 
    - Thursday, January 29, 2026
    - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
    - Thursday, April 2, 2026
    - Thursday, May 7, 2026

    Registration: Click on the "Upcoming Meetings" tab during each live event to join us! 

    Questions? Reach out to Paula Liz, NAEA’s Youth and Preservice Program Manager, at pliz@arteducators.org. 

    Learn more about exclusive Preservice member benefits and Preservice Student Chapters.

  • NAEA Open Studio Conversation | Convention 101: Navigating the NAEA26 Experience
    Contains 2 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 01/22/2026 at 7:00 PM (EST)

    [January 22, 2026 | 7pm ET] Whether this is your first NAEA National Convention or you’re a seasoned attendee looking to dive in with fresh eyes, “Convention 101: Navigating the NAEA26 Experience” is your dynamic, open-studio guide to making the most of this year’s event. Together, we’ll walk through how to plan your time, tap into the rich range of programming, and uncover the unique art education perspectives waiting for you in Chicago. With more than 600 sessions, workshops, exhibits, and special events, NAEA26 is packed with possibility—and this Open Studio will help you chart your path. We want to help you step into the Convention with clarity, curiosity, and excitement so you can head home feeling inspired, connected, and ready to bring fresh ideas back to your classroom, studio, or school.

    NAEA Open Studio Conversation | Convention 101: Navigating the NAEA26 Experience
    Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 7pm ET
    Cost: FREE!

    Whether this is your first NAEA National Convention or you’re a seasoned attendee looking to dive in with fresh eyes, “Convention 101: Navigating the NAEA26 Experience” is your dynamic, open-studio guide to making the most of this year’s event. 

    Together, we’ll walk through how to plan your time, tap into the rich range of programming, and uncover the unique art education perspectives waiting for you in Chicago. With more than 600 sessions, workshops, exhibits, and special events, NAEA26 is packed with possibility—and this Open Studio will help you chart your path. 

    We want to help you step into the Convention with clarity, curiosity, and excitement so you can head home feeling inspired, connected, and ready to bring fresh ideas back to your classroom, studio, or school. 



    Please note that participation in this live event or recording does not include NAEA professional learning credit. 

    Libya Doman

    Art & Cultural Responsiveness Facilitator, Disrupting Norms

    Libya Doman is a National Board–certified art and cultural responsiveness educator who serves as a resource teacher in her district’s fine arts office, supporting the work of more than 400 art teachers. Beyond her school system, she guides educators through complex topics often deemed taboo. Currently, she serves on the NAEA’s ED&I Commission, is a trustee of the National Art Education Foundation, and facilitates through the School for Art Leaders initiative.   

    Her strategic leadership also focuses on access for the youngest learners; she initiated the district’s first preK art curriculum, establishing foundational visual literacy for students eligible for Head Start/Title I services.   

    A proud alumna of Spelman College and Moore College of Art & Design, she holds a master’s degree from Teachers College, Columbia University. Her work is recognized across the field, culminating in honors as both Virginia’s 2020 State Art Educator of the Year and State Elementary Art Educator of the Year. 

    Susan Silva

    Acting Art Educational Specialist, Fairfax County Public Schools

    Susan Silva is an artist, educator, and advocate for the transformative power of creativity. She has dedicated her career to helping others discover their artistic voice in the classroom, studio, and community. As an art teacher, she has guided a myriad of students—from curious beginners to emerging creatives—encouraging confidence, curiosity, and the joy of visual expression.   

    Beyond the classroom, Susan is deeply engaged in her own artistic practice, working across media including mixed-media collage and photography inspired by everyday moments. She views art not only as a product but as a way of life—one that fosters connection, reflection, and play. I am running a few minutes late; my previous meeting is running over.  

    Her work has been featured in galleries, exhibitions, and community spaces, yet she values most the relationships shaped through art. Whether mentoring students or collaborating with artists, Susan celebrates the creative spark that brings people together. 

    Alicia Kopec

    Visual Arts Content Specialist, Chicago Public Schools, Department of Arts Education 

    Alicia Kopec is a transformative arts education leader with more than 15 years of experience advancing equity, creativity, and belonging across Chicago Public Schools (CPS). As the district’s visual arts content specialist, she shapes vision, strategy, and professional learning for arts instruction across more than 650 schools. Alicia develops districtwide frameworks, leads major professional learning initiatives, and partners with educators and cultural institutions to strengthen arts experiences for all students.   

    Grounded in the belief that arts education is a human right, Alicia centers culturally responsive practice, student agency, and artmaking as powerful pathways for young people to explore identity and make meaning. Her work includes creating innovative preK–12 arts resources, guiding teacher cohorts, and elevating local and contemporary artists who reflect the diversity of CPS students.   

    Alicia is dedicated to cultivating joyful, inclusive learning communities where teachers and students feel supported, inspired, and empowered to grow through the arts. 

  • Open Studio Conversation | Sneak Preview: Crayola Creativity Week 2026
    Contains 2 Component(s)

    [December 4, 2025] Join us for this Open Studio Conversation as we preview the events, resources, giveaways, sweepstakes, and featured celebrity creators and illustrators planned for Crayola Creativity Week 2026, happening January 26–February 1, 2026. Discover ideas for incorporating Creativity Week content into your classroom and learn how educators across the United States and around the world are participating in this free celebration of every child’s unique creativity. Crayola will also be giving away three $100 art supply bundles during this NAEA Open Studio event! All giveaways will take place live, and you must be present to win. Free registration for Crayola Creativity Week is now open at www.Crayola.com/CreativityWeek

    NAEA Open Studio Conversation | Sneak Preview: Crayola Creativity Week 2026
    Thursday, December 4, 2025 
    Cost: FREE!

    Join us for this Open Studio Conversation as we preview the events, resources, giveaways, sweepstakes, and featured celebrity creators and illustrators planned for Crayola Creativity Week 2026, happening January 26–February 1, 2026. Discover ideas for incorporating Creativity Week content into your classroom and learn how educators across the United States and around the world are participating in this free celebration of every child’s unique creativity. 

    Crayola will also be giving away three $100 art supply bundles during this NAEA Open Studio event! All giveaways will take place live, and you must be present to win.  

    Free registration for Crayola Creativity Week is now open at www.Crayola.com/CreativityWeek 

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    Please note that participation in this live event or recording does not include NAEA professional learning credit. 

    James Wells

    Manager of Education Content

    Crayola / Crayola Learning

    James Wells is the education manager at Crayola and has dedicated his career to supporting arts in schools, collaborating with educators across the United States. He hosted a digital content series, Creativity Tips, and is a founding member of Crayola’s Diversity and Inclusion Council. Prior to joining Crayola, James was the fine arts instructional advisor for Shelby County School District in Memphis, Tennessee, and >span class="NormalTextRun SCXW176469720 BCX0">art education coordinator for the Tennessee Arts Commission in Nashville. He has spearheaded initiatives that kept art at the forefront of education, including revising Tennessee’s art standards. In 2022, he was named Tennessee Art Educator of the Year, and he is the past president of the Tennessee Art Education Association, a board trustee of >span class="NormalTextRun SCXW176469720 BCX0">an alumnus of the School for Art Leaders program. 

  • From Museum to Classroom: New Approaches to Social-Emotional Learning
    Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    [December 3, 2025] Discover how museums can support social–emotional learning (SEL) in your classroom. This webinar highlights a five-unit, art-based SEL curriculum aligned with the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) framework (a model for applying evidence-based SEL strategies to your community), and explores how museum partnerships can build empathy, reflection, and community. You'll also learn about a self-paced online course that helps educators apply SEL through themes like mindfulness, identity, and agency—complete with practical tools and classroom strategies. Gain fresh ideas and inspiration for integrating SEL into your teaching through the power of art.

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    From Museum to Classroom: New Approaches to Social-Emotional Learning
    Wednesday, December 3, 2025
    FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembers

    Discover how museums can support social–emotional learning (SEL) in your classroom. This webinar highlights a five-unit, art-based SEL curriculum aligned with the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) framework (a model for applying evidence-based SEL strategies to your community), and explores how museum partnerships can build empathy, reflection, and community. You'll also learn about a self-paced online course that helps educators apply SEL through themes like mindfulness, identity, and agency—complete with practical tools and classroom strategies. Gain fresh ideas and inspiration for integrating SEL into your teaching through the power of art. 

    Michelle Harrell

    MAEd, Director of Education, North Carolina Museum of Art

    Michelle Harrell is Director of Education at the North Carolina Museum of Art leading an incredible team of educators recognized for innovative approaches to learning. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Learning Design and Technology with a focus on object-based learning and digital ecosystems. Michelle is also a practicing artist and advocate for mindfulness through visual journaling.

    David Matteson, PhD

    Director of Learning & Engagement

    David Matteson is Director of Learning & Engagement at the Boca Raton Museum of Art. With over a decade of experience as a museum educator, he focuses on inclusive, community-driven programming. He has presented at numerous national conferences, including NAEA, and has published in "Art Education." In 2025, he was named the Florida Art Education Association's Museum Educator of the Year.

    Anne Cochran Grey, PhD

    Visual Art Educator, Orange County Public Schools, Bradley-Otis Fellow, Rollins Museum of Art

    Dr. Anne Cochran Grey holds a PhD, an MS, and a BS in Education and Art Education. She is an art educator and Bradley-Otis Fellow at Rollins Museum. Her research focuses on art appreciation, interviews with contemporary collectors and artists, and social-emotional learning. Dr. Grey contributes to numerous projects, initiatives, and conferences aimed at advancing museum-classroom partnerships.

    Upon completion of this NAEA webinar, you may earn 1 hour of professional development credit as designated by NAEA. Once the webinar is completed, you may view/print a Certification of Participation under the "Contents" tab. You may also print a transcript of all webinars attended under the "Dashboard" link in the right sidebar section of the page.  

    Clock hours provided upon completion of any NAEA professional learning program are granted for participation in an organized professional learning experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified instruction, and can be used toward continuing education credit in most states. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify acceptance by professional governing authorities in their area.

  • Creative Careers
    Contains 10 Product(s)

    Resources designed to inspire and educate students about the diverse opportunities in the creative economy.

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    The Curated Collection for Art Careers offers a range of resources designed to inspire and educate students about the diverse opportunities within the creative economy. This collection encourages students to envision their future in the arts. It serves both to introduce career exploration and to deepen existing knowledge. Additionally, it supports educators in helping students connect their creative interests with potential professional pathways.