Hello from Louisville, KY! I just arrived at NAEA 2025, and I couldn’t be more excited to present, learn, and connect with fellow art educators from across the country. This conference is always an inspiring space to exchange ideas, dive into new trends, and celebrate the power of art education.
This year, I’m honored to present three sessions that focus on the intersection of Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB), AI in the Art Room, and student portfolios. If you’re attending NAEA, I’d love for you to join me, ask questions, and share your experiences!
📢 My NAEA Presentations – Join Me!
🔹 🎨 Navigating AI in Art Education – How can AI enhance creativity rather than replace it? I’ll be sharing hands-on applications, lesson ideas, and ethical considerations for integrating AI into the art classroom.
🔹 🖍️ Reviving the Spark: Strategies for Confident Drawing in a TAB Studio – Exploring ways to encourage student choice and artistic growth through diverse drawing techniques, observational exercises, and media exploration.
🔹 🏆 Creative Tracking: Portfolios and Challenge Badges in Elementary TAB Studios – How do we help students track progress, reflect, and showcase their work in a choice-based art studio? This session will break down digital and physical portfolio strategies, plus a look at using challenge badges for engagement.
Let’s Connect!
Whether you’re attending NAEA in person or following along from afar, I’d love to continue the conversation beyond my sessions! Let’s discuss:
💡 What excites (or challenges) you about AI in art?
📚 How do you help students develop their portfolios?
🎭 What are your favorite ways to promote choice in the art room?
If you’re at NAEA, come say hi! Otherwise, drop a comment below or connect with me on TikTok, Instagram, or Facebook to keep the discussion going!
Looking forward to an incredible few days of learning and sharing. Let’s make the most of NAEA 2025! 🎨🚀
Inspired Art Ed 
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