2016 NAEA National Convention Recordings

Every Leader Is an Artist: How the World's Greatest Artists Can Make You a More Creative Leader by Michael O'Malley and William Baker is an insightful book that delves into the notion that attributes found in both leaders and artists are synonymous: intention, focus, authenticity, skill, and imagination. Leadership and creativity are often considered inextricable in today's fast-paced world. Working in a variety of contexts—public and private preK-12 schools and districts, colleges and universities, art museums, community arts organizations—art educators are teachers, artists, advocates, researchers, community builders, and LEADERS.

Since 1947, art educators have provided leadership that has shaped the field of research and practice in art education and positioned NAEA as the premier professional community for our field. Because NAEA is committed to supporting art educators in their quest to excel as leaders, the 2016 NAEA National Convention will explore the multi-faceted roles of the art educator through the prism of leadership. As a venue, Chicago provides the textural backdrop for immersing art educators in a multitude of settings—from the numerous art museums and design studios located throughout the city, to the many educational environs that provide rigorous experiences for students of all ages, and the diverse community arts venues that exemplify the city as a leader in the arts.