2025 NAEA National Convention: Full Schedule

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Crossing Senses: Using Comics to Explore Memory and Sensory Information With Nate Powell [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, M103

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Join Nate Powell, NAEA25 Keynote Speaker and National Book Award-winning cartoonist for this hands-on workshop! Delve into how you can turn up the volume on your own self-expression and convey feelings and experiences through comics you may not have thought possible before. Practice conveying non-visual details (such as sound, texture, smell, touch, taste, emotion, or intuition) in a visual way using a four-panel comic.

Presenters

Nate Powell

Nate Powell is a National Book Award-winning cartoonist who began self-publishing as an Arkansas teenager in 1992. His work includes the new graphic novel “Fall Through” and a new comics adaptation of James Loewen’s “Lies My Teacher Told Me,” civil rights icon John Lewis’s “Mar... Read More →

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, M103

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12:00pm EDT

Student-Designed Textiles Using Infusible Ink [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, M109/M110

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This hands-on workshop is packed with ways to incorporate textile design into your K-12 student-centered curriculum. Play with infusible ink through drawing and collage and explore multiple ways to design and print a piece of cloth. Bring an article of clothing to upcycle or embellish the materials we provide.

Presenters

Maggie Pasquan

K-5 Art Teacher Westwood Public Schools, Town of Westwood

Carla Miller

Student Designed Textiles Using Infusible Ink pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, M109/M110

Choice Art Educators Interest Group, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Lines: Looking, Learning, Living: Weaving Neuroscience With Art, Architecture, and Design in K-16 [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, M105/M106

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School Zone Institute and NEXT.cc share activities tested in different cultures to reach imaginations across all U.S. states and in more than 150 countries with design opportunities from wherever users are. Sharing ideas and situations cultivates empathy and understanding of people from around the world with challenges of different biomes.

Presenters

Linda Keane

Professor of Architecture & Environmental Design, School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Linda Keane, FAIA, NOMA, is an architect and design educator who graduated Summa Cum Laude from Ball State University College of Architecture and Planning receiving the ACSA/AIA School Medal, She served a Fulbright in Turkey before becoming the first female tenure track professor... Read More →

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, M105/M106

Design Interest Group, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Art Teacher Insights: Naming and Sharing Your Effective Instructional Practices [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L015/L019

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Have you struggled to explain your differentiation or assessment strategies to a colleague or administrator? Creative instruction often comes naturally as artists, making it challenging to name our teacher moves. Come ready to explore, collaborate, reflect, and discuss naming the great art instruction already happening in your classroom!

Presenters

Amber Arnold

Fine Arts Instructional Coach, Gwinnett County Public Schools

I'm a former Visual Arts educator & now "hybrid educator" working with K-12 Fine Arts educators as a Fine Arts Instructional Coach. I'm passionate about life-long learning through collaboration and building community.

Libba Willcox

Arnold & Willcox Slideshow NAEA 2025 pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L015/L019

Elementary, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Contemporary Paper Weaving: Practical, Purposeful, and Political [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L007/L008

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This workshop begins by exploring the work of political activist, artist, and Cherokee member Shan Goshorn, whose basketry educated viewers about the history and future of Native people. Participants will make connections to decolonizing their curriculum and learn a 2-2 twill pattern to create their own paper weaving.

Presenters

Christina Bain

Dawn Stienecker

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L007/L008

Equity Diversity and Inclusion, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Coffee Talk: Drawing on Cups in Consideration of Drawing's Creative, Cognitive, and Communicative Qualities [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L010

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Apply drawing skills to a cup that becomes a 2025 NAEA Lifelong Learning memento of intergenerational conversation, inspired by a presentation from the author of the book, The Value of Drawing Instruction in the Visual Arts and Across Curricula: Historical and Philosophical Arguments for Drawing in the Digital Age.

Presenters

Maggie Peeno

art teacher mentor-First Five, UMSL

Jessica Grubenhoff

Marriah Geels

Liz Langdon

Seymour Simmons III

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L010

Lifelong Learning Interest Group, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Lightscapes: Illuminating Art With LEDs [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L005

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Add an entirely new dimension to artwork by adding real LED lights! We will transform photographs or drawings into glowing masterpieces using semitransparent materials and strategically placed LEDs to make stunning visual effects. Delve into the intersection of art and technology as we discuss coding and animating the resulting artwork!

Presenters

Kody Hall

Media Arts Teacher

Lekia Thorpe

Media Art Educator, YES MAAM - NAMAE

As a member of Yes MaM Media Art Mosaic, I specialize in augmented reality (AR), using it to bridge the gap between traditional and digital storytelling. My focus is on creating interactive, immersive experiences that engage audiences in new and meaningful ways.I have had the... Read More →

LED Lightscapes Presentation pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L005

Media Arts, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Making Brush Magic [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L011/l012

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Engage in a hands-on collaborative pass-and-paint activity that builds relationships. Learn painting techniques with Royal and Langnickel brushes. Participants will learn brush skills and share their own personal painting styles. This project is a great icebreaker to start off the year and create social engagement in the classroom.

Presenters

Janet Wolfe

Morgan Oliver

Suzanne Hobart

Art teacher

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L011/l012

Middle, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Scrappy Creatures [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L017/L018

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Create a Scrappy Creature using wire hangers, plastic bags, cloth, and lots of ephemera. It is derived from the book One Plastic Bag, which is a powerful showcase of the impact one person's idea can have toward positive change. Start off with a mystery idea and leave with a Scrappy Creature.

Presenters

Lee Darter

art educator, Bleckley County Schools

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L017/L018

Middle, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Mock Interviews and Resume Review [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L014

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Are you preparing to interview this year? Join the Preservice and Supervision/Administration Divisions in rounds of mock interviews and receive feedback for developing your resume to ensure you get the gig! Come prepared as if this was a real interview: dressed to impress, resumes printed, and portfolio included. Submit your resumes by March 10, 2025, at https://forms.gle/5u3tutZ3sgVs94iVA

Presenters

Reilly Powers

Miami University, NAEA Preservice Western Regional Representative

Brittany Bradley

Jesse Todero

trinity villanueva

Founder, Diwa Soul

Current NAEA Board of Director. Future Associate Chair of NAEA EDI Commission. // I am a mother first and foremost, a proud Latina-NHPI queer woman. // A full time artist, musician, and Polynesian cultural ambassador. Multi-lingual English, Spanish, Hawaiian. // I’m the founder... Read More →

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L014

Preservice, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

A Common Link [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L020

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Connect with a common art link. Workshop participants will create artworks that function independently and collaboratively. Generative artmaking, problem solving, and fluency are among the tenets we'll explore during the workshop. Participants will see how work can express individuality and collaborative group identity. This workshop supports personal and student instructional artmaking.

Presenters

Anne Becker

Joan Mills

Laura Milas

Clinical Assistant Professor, Illinois State University, Wonsook Kim School of Art

Semi-retired artist/art educator; Past NAEA VP, Western Region; Past President, Illinois

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L020

Retired Art Educators Interest Group, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Alternative Photo Process: Cyanotypes [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L026

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Participants in this workshop will learn about the cyanotype process, from mixing solutions to developing finished prints. All materials, including cyanotype papers, negatives, and objects for photograms and pictures will be provided. Cyanotypes provide a way to engage students in photographic processes without a darkroom, using only sunlight and water!

Presenters

Laurie Gatlin

Professor, California State University Long Beach

Maker Painter Semi-retired Still curious

Alternative Photo Processes Cyanotypes pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L026

Secondary, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Transformative Trauma-Informed Artmaking: Supporting All Students, Especially At-Promise Youth [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L009

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Discover how trauma-informed artmaking transforms classrooms and supports at-promise youth. Learn practical strategies to nurture social-emotional learning and design standards-aligned art lessons to create a safe, creative environment. Engage in hands-on activities and explore the powerful impact of trauma-informed art for all students. Join us for an inspiring session!

Presenters

Amy Bultena

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L009

Secondary, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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12:00pm EDT

Regenerative Eco-Art Practices: Heeding Indigenous Understanding of Place and Practicing the Honorable Harvest [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, M101/M102

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Centering place, identity, and environment can grow your understanding of Indigenous regenerative ecological knowledge and the Honorable Harvest. The presenter will share land-based experiences and eco-collaborations with Indigenous artists and communities to guide participants in an artmaking activity that includes creating an eco-printed nature journal using organic materials.

Presenters

Lori Santos

Wichita State University

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, M101/M102

United States Society for Education through Art Interest Group, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Intro to Creative Coding: Be Your Own Video DJ [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, M109/M110

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In this workshop, absolute beginners will be introduced to coding for artists through the programming language p5.js. Participants will use code to create interactive, dynamic artwork in a safe, supportive environment facilitated by a passionate creative code educator and video DJ. No experience necessary!

Presenters

Gretchen Larsen

I’m an artist, arts educator and researcher based in Nebraska. I explore the potential of digital technologies to enhance purposeful living via sculpture and creative code.

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, M109/M110

Art & Media Technology Interest Group, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Dye-namic Batiks: Revitalizing Craft in Art Education [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L009

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Discover the vibrant world of modern batik! This workshop honors traditional Indonesian techniques and artists, addresses factors leading to the neglect of fiber arts in education, and empowers you to integrate fibers into your curriculum. Leave with your own batik, new skills, and lesson ideas!

Presenters

Ginger Miller

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L009

Asian Art and Culture Interest Group, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

The Mindful Studio: Exploring Creativity and Mindfulness in the Art Classroom [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L007/L008

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The mindful studio blends mindfulness and art to cultivate present moment awareness of the breath, the body, thoughts, emotions, and creative impulse. In this session we will discuss the value of silence, reflection, focus, and awareness through expressive arts practices that support mindfulness and creative expression.

Presenters

Kristi Oliver

Professional Development Manager, Davis Publications

Kristi Oliver is currently the Professional Development Manager for Davis Publications, a company committed to helping art educators since 1901. She earned a PhD in Educational Studies from Lesley University where her research explored the perspectives of high school photography teachers... Read More →

Jane Dalton

Professor of Art Education, University of North Carolina Charlotte

Jane Dalton is a Professor of Art Education at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. She earned her Ph.D. in Expressive Arts in Education, and an M.F.A in Textile Design and Weaving. Jane is also a Registered Expressive Arts Consultant Educator (REACE). Creativity is at the... Read More →

The Mindful Studio Breath pdf

MindfulnessStudio handout KO pdf

Mindful Daily Doodle Jane Dalton pdf

Mindfulness 5Sense handout pdf

SA Mindful Walking pdf

SA MindfulStudio Drawing SA April 21 pdf

Mindfulness Mediation 5 4 3 2 1 Jane D. pdf

Mindful Eating Jane Dalton pdf

SA What Is Mindfulness September 2023 pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L007/L008

Caucus on the Spiritual in Art Education Interest Group, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Natural Disasters, Material Vulnerability, and the Creative Process [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, M105/M106

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In 2023, the presenter's home was destroyed by a tornado. Climate change is increasing the rate of natural disasters on the global level. All humans are vulnerable to such catastrophes. Attendees will discuss, experiment, and create mixed-media artworks that explore and grapple with this difficult topic.

Presenters

Emily Jean Hood

Coordinator and Assistant Professor of Art Education, University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Natural Disasters, Material Vulnerability, and the Creative Process pptx

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, M105/M106

Ecology and Environment Interest Group, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Marvin Finn: Bird Sculptures [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L015/L019

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K-12 teachers will learn how to create an abstract bird sculpture in the style of Marvin Finn, Louisville's beloved urban folk artist, using mixed media and recyclable materials. His large-scale public art installation is a tourist attraction and focal point of Louisville Waterfront Park.

Presenters

Laura Corkum

I started art teaching in 1976. I graduated from University of California Irvine and did my masters at Indiana University. Spent a summer in Paris at art school! I will always have Paris! I love collage and assemblage. My favorite artists are Matisse, Louise nevelson, Miriam Shapiro... Read More →

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L015/L019

Elementary, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Protest Postcards! [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L026

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Make your voice heard by creating advocacy works of art! In this session, participants will create 10 works of art on prestamped, blank postcards. A rich assortment of collage materials will be provided, as well as resources for sending these cards to your representatives at state and national levels.

Presenters

Laurie Gatlin

Professor, California State University Long Beach

Maker Painter Semi-retired Still curious

Protest Postcards Louisville 2025 pptx

protest slogans docx

Peoples climate march slogans pdf

Blue Wave Analytics Postcard Best Practices Data and Analysis pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L026

Higher Education, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Start With Art: STEAM Learning With Paper Circuits[TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L020

TICKET REQUIRED
Learn to build electronic circuits on paper with easy-to-use LED stickers, conductive tape, and craft materials. Explore circuit design intuitively, creating interactive sensors and switches for artistic projects. Discover free educator resources, curriculum, and digital design tools. Experience a variety of learning activities and customize the curriculum for your students.

Presenters

Angela Batten

Barbara Liedahl

Director, BJLFELTCLAYMAKER LLC

Barbara Liedahl of BJLFELTCLAYMAKER LLC specializes in Educational Consulting, Professional Development, and Makerspace Support. She is a Professional Development Provider for Infosys Foundation USA’s Online Pathfinders Summer Institute, where she facilitates her “Space Suits... Read More →

Camille Dogbe

01 Start with Art STEAM Learning with Paper Circuits NAEA25 pdf

01 Start with Art Workshop Resources NAEA25 pdf

Chibitronics Educators Guide Identity Portrait Lesson pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L020

Media Arts, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Brush Up on Brush-Lettering Techniques [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L010

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Learn the basics of brush lettering using ordinary broad-tipped markers. Attendees will practice warm-up exercises and lettering drills, and then combine them to create beautiful brush letters. This workshop is for educators seeking to increase their own artistic skills as well as those who teach upper elementary through high school..

Presenters

Amanda Youngblood

AAEA President, Alabama Art Education Association

Hi! I'm Amanda! An artist and art educator residing in Alabama. I am currently President for Alabama Art Education Association. I enjoy learning new art techniques and skills, and love sharing my passion for creativity with my students and peers. Recently, small sketchbook works of... Read More →

1. Marker Position AYoungblood pdf

2. Basic Strokes AYoungblood pdf

3. Brush Letter Lowercase Alphabet AYoungblood pdf

4. Brush Letter Lowercase Alphabet with arrows AYoungblood pdf

5. Brush Letter Capital Alphabet AYoungblood pdf

6. Lower Case Alphabet AYoungblood pdf

7. Learn to Letter Better AYoungblood pdf

8. Brush Lettering Presentation AYoungblood pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L010

Middle, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Building Classroom Community Through Collaborative SEL-Infused Artmaking [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L017/L018

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Social-emotional learning is not just about empathy! It is a group of actions to help everyone feel like they belong. Come to this workshop as we demonstrate some community-building techniques through several projects and actions you can use right away in your classroom.

Presenters

Rachael Harrison

Visual Arts Director, El Sol Academy

Matthew Grundler

Middle School 6-8 grade Art, Plano Independent School District

I am on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/artguy76.bsky.social

Amber Arnold

Fine Arts Instructional Coach, Gwinnett County Public Schools

Building Classroom Community through Collaborative SEL Infused Artmaking (1) pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L017/L018

Middle, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Eliciting Empathy and Understanding Through Visual Literacy Across the Curriulum [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L014

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Explore how Dorothea Lange's Migrant Mother can be used to teach visual literacy, fostering empathy and understanding in students. Learn practical, hands-on strategies for integrating this iconic photograph into various subjects, enhancing critical thinking and emotional engagement across the curriculum. Ideal for middle school educators.

Presenters

Rachel Losch

Instructional Specialist in the Fine Arts, Fayette County Public Schools

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L014

Middle, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

"Mounds" of Personal Narratives [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L011/l012

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Participants will explore personal narratives while creating their own "mounds" that are inspired by the work of artist Trenton Doyle Hancock. The session will encourage self-reflection techniques and allow the participants to create a piece of two-dimensional art that is a product of this personal journey.

Presenters

Andrea Elliott

Assistant Professor of Art Education, Converse University

Mounds of Personal Narratives NAEA 2025 pptx

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L011/l012

Secondary, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Nature Maker's Workshop: Creating Art Materials With Materials Found in Nature [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, L005

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Are you wondering how to bring nature into your classroom studio? This session will provide participants with a detailed experience in creating art materials from nature and environmental application through artmaking.

Presenters

Stephanie Vaughan

High School Art Teacher, Union public schools

The last 5 years I decided to live by the phrase “shoot your shot” and see how many opportunities I could access. From this, I have received many opportunities through continuing education, grants, and scholarships to attend workshops or access materials, way of thinking to create... Read More →

The makers workshop completed 3 pptx

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, L005

Secondary, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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3:00pm EDT

Wrecking and Rebuilding: A Weekly Approach to Encouraging and Developing Creative Problem-Solving Skills [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, M101/M102

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Examine a semester-long project taught in an introductory high school course aimed toward developing creative problem-solving skills through engaging, investigative visual journal prompts. Participants will create a stab-bound book, use supplies to "wreck" their book, and explore materials and prompts to "rebuild" pages into works of art.

Presenters

CJ Matz

Art Educator, Catasauqua High School

President-elect - Pennsylvania Art Education Association | Secondary Division Commissioner - NAEA ED&I Commission

Matz NAEA Convention 2025 pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, M101/M102

Secondary, Ticketed Studio Workshop

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7:00pm EDT

NAEA25 Opening Night pARTy—Disco Derby! [TICKET REQUIRED]

Thursday March 20, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon III - VI

TICKET REQUIRED

Co-hosted by Artsonia

Join us at the annual, epic opening night pARTy at NAEA25 to creatively celebrate art educators! We’ll also be embracing Louisville culture with a Disco Derby theme. As you probably already know, the city is famous for hosting the Kentucky Derby, but did you know Louisville is also a major producer of disco balls? During the 1970s disco era, about 90% of the shiny disco orbs were created right in Derby City! So, grab your party ticket, put on your Kentucky Derby fascinator or hat, and deck yourself out in your best disco ensemble for this mashup of fun. We’ll boogie on the dance floor, award prizes for creative outfits, and make some awesome memories!

How to Purchase Tickets:
Ticket purchase is required for this event. You can purchase tickets when registering for NAEA25. If you’ve are already registered and wish to purchase a ticket, you can add a ticket to your registration by logging into your NAEA member account, selecting "Purchases," then "Details" next to your registration information, and then selecting "Add Guest/Session."

Attending the Kentucky Derby Hat Design with Jenny Pfanenstiel Preconvention Workshop? Your ticket to the pARTy is included with your workshop ticket purchase!

Presenters

NAEA

National Art Education Association

Thursday March 20, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon III - VI

Special Event

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