2025 NAEA National Convention: Full Schedule

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5:30pm EDT

Kentucky Derby Hat Design With Jenny Pfanenstiel [TICKET REQUIRED]

Wednesday March 19, 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Ticket Required

Immerse yourself in Louisville culture at this special Preconvention workshop and walk away in style! Join Jenny Pfanenstiel, seven-time OFFICIAL MILLINER OF THE KENTUCKY DERBY MUSEUM to create your own Kentucky Derby–style fascinator.

Learn hands-on from Jenny and her team as they share how to manipulate different embellishing materials, including feathers, flowers, ribbons, and other trims to design your own fascinator. Each attendee will be provided with a fascinator base that is ready for your creation.

Design your hat on Wednesday and wear it to Thursday’s pARTy! This workshop includes a ticket ($20 value) to the NAEA25 Opening Night pARTy, where the theme will be “Disco Derby.”

Presenters

Jenny Pfanenstiel

Jenny Pfanenstiel is a world-renowned milliner awarded for her skill of creating and sculpting hats by hand using rare, high-quality materials from across the globe. Taking from traditional millinery techniques, Pfanenstiel is known for her unique process of sculpting hats on a braid machine from... Read More →

Wednesday March 19, 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Preconvention Workshop, Ticketed Studio Workshop

Keywords Ticket Required

7:00am EDT

NAEA First-Time Attendees Session

Thursday March 20, 2025 7:00am - 8:50am EDT

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Are you attending the NAEA National Convention for the first time? Start your journey here! This session is designed to welcome first-time attendees and set the stage for an inspiring and enriching Convention. You'll have the opportunity to connect with other newcomers, hear insights from seasoned participants, and meet NAEA President Wanda B. Knight, who will share valuable tips for navigating the Convention and maximizing the hundreds of opportunities for professional development and connectivity available at NAEA25. Enjoy coffee with fellow attendees and have a chance to win an iPad to kick off your Convention experience! Don’t miss it!

Presenters

Paula Liz

Youth and Preservice Program Manager, NAEA

NAEA25 Museum List pdf

2025 First Time Attendees (1) pdf

Thursday March 20, 2025 7:00am - 8:50am EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

First Time Attendees

12:00pm EDT

Leader 2 Leader Part 2 (L2L 1): All Region Leaders Coming Together Face 2 Face (F2F)

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

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Join us in this exciting opportunity for state and provincial leaders and future leaders to meet together! Leaders from the Eastern, Pacific, Southeastern, and Western Regions will come together to discuss moving forward with action plans. State and provincial leaders will be grouped by action plan goals aligned with the NAEA pillars. Additionally, we will be looking forward toward strategic planning at the state and provincial level. We will be using this work to guide upcoming L2Ls throughout the year.

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 →

Abi Paytoe Gbayee

University of Northern Colorado Assistant Professor, NAEA Pacific Region VP

Carrie Barnett

WR Vice President

Josh Drews!

NAEA Southeastern Vice-President, Spring Valley High School

Thursday March 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:20pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Pacific Region, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony | Eastern Region, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony | Southeastern Region, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony | Western Region, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony

3:00pm EDT

All Division Awards Ceremony

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

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Join us for the All Division Awards session, where we will honor this year’s award winners from all NAEA Regions and Divisions. A special presentation will highlight the remarkable achievements of each recipient. To kick off the ceremony, we are excited to welcome Jamaal Durr, known professionally as JQ, a multifaceted visual artist based in Louisville. JQ, whose work spans from detailed portraits to pop-culture illustrations, will open the awards with an inspiring address. His art, rooted in expressions of the human figure, challenges audiences to think critically and embrace their creative gifts. Through his journey, he encourages the next generation of artists to follow their dreams and make their mark on the world.

Presenters

Yichien Cooper

Assistant Professor, Wsu Tri-cities

Devon Calvert

Janis Nunnally

NAEA Middle Level Director/Art Educator, NAEA/Upperman Middle

Linda W. Kieling, M.Ed.

Art Educator/NAEA Secondary Director, Adrienne C Nelson High School

I live outside of Portland, OR and I am in my 35th year of teaching. We have 5 kids, 4 grandchildren and a Shiba Inu named Miku. I am passionate about family, friends, art and travel.

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 3:00pm - 4:20pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

12:00pm EDT

2025 Interest Group Honors

Friday March 21, 2025 12:00pm - 1:20pm EDT

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Friday March 21, 2025 12:00pm - 1:20pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

3:00pm EDT

Chat and Create: A Secondary Meetup

Friday March 21, 2025 3:00pm - 4:20pm EDT

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Join NAEA Secondary leaders and other Secondary art educators to make art together and talk about any current issues. What questions do you have about NAEA leadership, programming, and offerings? Which supports best help you? How can NAEA provide resources you need? Do you want help with curriculum? Do you want to make connections? Come join your Secondary Division peers.

Presenters

Cathy Heller

Coordinator of Fine Arts, Peach County School District, GA

Linda W. Kieling, M.Ed.

Art Educator/NAEA Secondary Director, Adrienne C Nelson High School

I live outside of Portland, OR and I am in my 35th year of teaching. We have 5 kids, 4 grandchildren and a Shiba Inu named Miku. I am passionate about family, friends, art and travel.

Lora Marie Durr

Robin Brewer

NAEA Secondary Division Director-Elect, Garnet Valley High School

Gayle Trueblood

Past President, Secondary WR Representative and EDI State Liaison to NAEA, OAEA

Sculpture/Ceramics, Jewelry, Wearable Arts, Art Club and Yearbook Advisor from Lima, Ohio. I’ve been teaching for 26 years at Shawnee High School. Currently serving as the Past President of the Ohio Art Education Association and EDI liaison to NAEA.

Friday March 21, 2025 3:00pm - 4:20pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Secondary, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony

5:00pm EDT

School for Art Leaders: Beyond the Bridge

Friday March 21, 2025 5:00pm - 6:20pm EDT

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Step back into the creative energy of the SAL experience with this inspiring gathering of alumni and emerging leaders. Connect with fellow visionaries, share stories from your journey, and gain fresh insights during our interactive Super Session. Whether you're here to reconnect, learn, or spark new collaborations, this event promises a blend of inspiration, networking, and the vibrant spirit of the SAL community.

Presenters

Laura Grundler

Director of Learning and Program Development, NAEA

NAEA LEARNING and Programs, Visual and Media Arts Admin, Advocate, Podcaster (K12ArtChat) Pronouns- She/Her

Friday March 21, 2025 5:00pm - 6:20pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

School for Arts Leaders (SAL), Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony

10:45am EDT

14th Annual NAEF Fundraising Benefit Event - Modern Glyphics in Communities: The Transformative Power of Collaborative Art

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm EDT

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Help the National Art Education Foundation (NAEF) celebrate 40 years of providing grants to NAEA members! Join colleagues for this special fundraising event featuring guest speaker Artist, Andee Rudloff. Light refreshments will be served. This ticketed session is open to all NAEA25 attendees. All proceeds will support the National Art Education Foundation.

About the Speaker: Andee Rudloff explores how murals and shared creative expression foster connection, cultural identity, and inclusivity. Learn how collective creativity revitalizes public spaces, inspires dialogue, and empowers individuals to leave a lasting visual legacy. Discover the transformative impact of collaborative art in shaping communities through the lens of “modern glyphics.”

NAEF Annual Benefit Ticket Price: $60 ($50 is a tax-deductible contribution to NAEF)

Presenters

Cris Guenter

Chair, National Art Education Foundation

Professor Emerita, California State University, Chico; Retired Ask me about the National Art Education Foundation grant opportunities for NAEA members!

14th Annual NAEF Benefit Event 2025 pdf

Saturday March 22, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

NAEF, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony