[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.

[June 3, 2025] - Join us for this Open Studio Conversation covering the basics of submitting a presentation proposal for the upcoming 2026 NAEA National Convention. Walk through the proposal submission process with Director of Learning and Program Development, Laura Grundler, and Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Special Initiatives, Ray Yang, and learn firsthand what you’ll need to prep your submission—plus tips to make it easier and more effective. Bring your questions and walk away ready to submit your presentation proposal!

[May 23, 2024] - Join us for this Open Studio Conversation covering the basics of submitting a presentation proposal for the upcoming 2025 NAEA National Convention. Walk through the proposal submission process with Director of Learning and Program Development, Laura Grundler, and Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Special Initiatives, Ray Yang, and learn firsthand what you’ll need to prep your submission—plus tips to make it easier and more effective. Bring your questions and walk away ready to submit your presentation proposal!

Instant access to awesome sessions—FREE to NAEA members! Access videos of more than a dozen 2019 NAEA National Convention major sessions—Amy Sherald, Howard Gardner, Steve Locke, Peter H. Reynolds, and more! Engage in these informative, inspiring video sessions and earn professional development credit.

Instant access to awesome sessions—FREE to NAEA members! Access videos of more than a dozen 2018 NAEA National Convention major sessions—Nick Cave, Golan Levin, Nettrice Gaskins, Barbara Earl Thomas, and more! Engage in these informative, inspiring video sessions and earn professional development credit.

Register for your Virtual Pass now! Access 2017 NAEA National Convention Virtual Pass programming on demand and be connected to the largest gathering of visual arts education professionals in the world—without leaving your house! Earn 6 hours of professional development.

Videos from the General Sessions and Super Sessions at the 2016 NAEA National Convention, March 17-19 2016 in Chicago, IL. Theme: Lead! Share Your Vision for Art Education.

Theme: The Art of Design: Form, Function, and the Future of Visual Arts Education | March 26-28, 2025 | New Orleans, LA

Theme: Spark! Fusing Innovatcfive Teaching & Emerging Technologies | March 29-31 | San Diego, CA

Theme: Drawing Community Connections | Fort Worth, TX | March 7-10