2026 National Art Education Association Convention in Chicago, Illinois

By Frank Juárez The 79th annual National Art Education Association Convention took place in Chicago, Illinois, March 5-7, 2026. 5,000 art educators from across the country attended the convention. Over 600 sessions and hands-on workshops were offered, ranging from best practices, AI, E,D,& I, SEL, sketchbooks, policy, research, regional awards, keynote speakers, and much more.… Read More 2026 National Art Education Association Convention in Chicago, Illinois

16 Mar 202616 Mar 2026 Artdose MagazineLeave a comment

Story & Lesson Highlights with Frank Juárez of Sheboygan

Interviewed by Bold Journey Click here to read the interview.

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Cultivating Space for Emerging Artists

Frank Juárez On November 1st, I led a teacher recharge program through the lens of an art educator at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center. It brought art educators from across Wisconsin to connect and engage in artmaking at this special creative development session. I was joined by JMKAC Education staff for my presentation, “Cultivating Space… Read More Cultivating Space for Emerging Artists

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Why Wisconsin?

Written by Frank Juárez Recently, a former student reached out to me about seeking a videographer for a project. She stated that she moved back to Sheboygan after living in Los Angeles for the past decade. She missed being home. After our conversation, I began thinking about the idea of belonging, identity, and what it… Read More Why Wisconsin?

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Dane Arts Business of Art Conference IV

Frank Juárez On April 24th, Dane Arts hosted its 4th annual Business of Art Conference (BOAC) in Madison, Wisconsin, centered on the theme of Artists At Work. Over 200 attendees from across the state attended the 3-day conference. The business side of art is a major area in maintaining a creative practice. I realize that… Read More Dane Arts Business of Art Conference IV

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How to Work with Rejection

Frank Juárez This past year I have been mentoring a couple of emerging artists. Topics ranging from social media presence to website design, the importance of networking to reassessing studio practices, critiques to entering juried exhibitions, and gallery representation to effective business of art practices. As I continue to get more involved in this mentorship,… Read More How to Work with Rejection

10 Jan 202510 Jan 2025 Artdose MagazineLeave a comment

Everything Happens at the NAEA Convention

The National Art Education Association (NAEA) hosted its annual art education convention, on April 4 – 6, 2024, in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. Over 3,200 art educators were in attendance from across the country. A third were first-time attendees. How cool is that? Last year I wrote about my experience when it was held in San… Read More Everything Happens at the NAEA Convention

8 Apr 202411 Apr 2024 Artdose Magazine1 Comment

2024 Dane Arts Business of Art Conference 3

On Saturday, March 9th, I presented at the Dane Arts Business of Art Conference 3 in Madison, Wisconsin. My presentation title was “6 Key Strategies to Effective Self-Promotion.” In its third year this annual conference brought 200 attendees from Wisconsin and neighboring states to learn, network, and refuel their creative spirits and drive to further… Read More 2024 Dane Arts Business of Art Conference 3

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Professional Practices for Artists: Business of Art

Frank Juárez In 2010 I presented on the topic of the business side of art to a group of local artists. I believe it might have been at the Rahr-West Art Museum in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. I was invited by the late Tony Rajer (1952 – 2011), a nationally known art historian and preservation/renovation expert. When… Read More Professional Practices for Artists: Business of Art

19 Sep 202322 Sep 2023 Artdose Magazine1 Comment

What Does An Art Education Convention Look Like?

Frank Juárez What does an art education convention look like will be answered differently by those that have attended one in the past or recently. For me, my participation started in the early 2000’s as an attendee. For many attendees, we listen to presenters from across the globe sharing best practices, strategies, projects, curriculum, etc… Read More What Does An Art Education Convention Look Like?

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