[August 27, 2026] Step into the Wacom Hero Lab and discover how simple digital art skills can unlock creativity in any classroom. In this Open Studio, educators will explore foundational digital drawing techniques such as sketching, linework, using layers, and adding color while working with free online art tools. Inspired by Wacom’s hands-on Hero Lab experience at NAEA26, this session demonstrates how to guide students through creating their own Art Hero trading card while learning core digital art skills along the way. Participants will leave with ready-to-use lesson plans, printable digital templates, classroom adaptations, and creative inspiration to help bring digital art into their teaching. No prior digital art experience is required. Please note that participation in this live event or recording does not include NAEA professional learning credit.

[August 20, 2026] The Customized Arts Learning (CAL) Toolkit supports personalized learning in arts education and promotes strength-based instructional practices. Designed for preK–12 educators, the toolkit provides resources to support the needs of diverse learners and uses arts learning as a bridge to academic and interpersonal development. During this Open Studio Conversation, presenters from the State Education Agency Directors of Arts Education (SEADAE) will introduce the CAL Toolkit and share practical strategies for using it in a variety of educational settings. Participants will explore how the toolkit can be used to create dialogue, build consensus, and address the unique needs of your students and school communities while supporting state standards and local learning outcomes. Please note that participation in this live event or recording does not include NAEA professional learning credit.

[April 30, 2026] Join us for this Open Studio Conversation covering the basics of submitting a presentation proposal for the upcoming 2027 NAEA National Convention. Walk through the proposal submission process with Laura Grundler, Director of Learning and Program Development, and Ray Yang, Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Special Initiatives. 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! Please note that participation in this live event or recording does not include NAEA professional learning credit.

[April 23, 2026] National Art Honor Society students and art educators are invited to connect with current college students studying a variety of visual arts disciplines to gain insight and inspiration from their experiences. Join us for an engaging virtual event featuring presentations from college art students representing different areas of the visual arts. The session will also include a live chat and interactive Q and A facilitated by our National Art Honor Society Student Ambassadors.

[March 26, 2026 | 7pm ET] Managing an art room presents distinct challenges, from organizing materials to maintaining a productive, creative environment. This online webinar supports art educators with practical strategies for managing the unique demands of the art room. Experienced educators will share classroom-tested tips for organizing materials, establishing routines, supporting student independence, and addressing common challenges. Designed for educators at any career stage, this conversation-centered session offers realistic ideas you can apply right away.

[February 19, 2026] 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.

[January 22, 2026] 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.

[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

[November 20, 2025] Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to engage with artist Kaviya Ravi and inspire your students’ creativity!

[October 23, 2025] We live in stressful times of profound unpredictability and continued violence where both teachers and learners may struggle to regulate their emotions. How can educators help students control their emotions while preventing their own anger from consuming them and keeping their own aggression in check? In this webinar, experts on emotional regulation will discuss helpful and effective strategies educators can use with their students to channel their feelings in positive and creative ways. The panel members will share a wealth of ideas to use in any classroom setting.