Spring Conference 2025

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN


We are so excited to present this year's spring conference in Columbia, Missouri. Please scroll through this page for general information about the conference. Make sure to check back often as we will continue posting vendors, guest presenters and other opportunities. 


To get registered officially follow the link below to visit our registration page. Registration for our our conference is a two part process. Please make sure to fill out the Google Form AND submit payment.

REGISTRATION PAGE | CLICK HERE

PRESENTING

PRESENTATION PROPOSALS ARE BEING ACCEPTED


SUBMIT YOUR IDEAS HERE 

Proposals are due by January 15th. Presentation supplies can be reimbursed up to $35 per presentation. Presenters will be notified late January of their acceptance (if you need confirmation prior to this date please reach out). 


For more information please contact : 

MAEA President-Elect: Sarah Luttrell at president.elect@maea.net 

PLANNING

PLANNING FOR THE EVENT IS ONGOING


SIGN UP HERE TO JOIN THE MONTHLY MEETINGS 



For more information please contact:

MAEA President: Rosie Ziegler at  president@maea.net

Conference Chair: Anna Horine at spring.conference@maea.net 

HOTEL INFORMATION

The conference will be at the Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia MO. 

2200 I-70 Drive S.W. Columbia, Missouri 65203 United States


Hotel Amenities: 


MAEA Special Rate of $116/night for Queen Double and King Rooms

Reservation Link is LIVE! 

Conference Attendees must make reservation on or before March 10th to secure this rate in our room block. 


Front desk: 1-573-445-8531

Reservations: 1-888-HOLIDAY


Parking and Transportation Details

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

KE Griffin

KE is a dynamic Art Quilter and Certified National Storyteller, she weaves narratives through the artistry of fabric and performance. Her creative process is an innovative alchemy, transforming materials into narratives that engage the senses and intellect alike.

Artist Website

Dr. RitaDoris Ubah

Dr. Ubah is a prominent Nigerian artist and educator celebrated for her significant contributions to the artistic landscape of West Africa. Her commitment to art as a transformative tool is evident in her philosophy: "I see art as the solution."

Artist Instagram

TBD

We are currently communicating with a variety of artists, authors and speakers. 

If you have a great idea for our last presenter please reach out to: 


Rosie Ziegler at president@maea.net 

GUEST PRESENTERS

Mark Rivard

Mark is owner of "Do Rad Things" based in MN. He will be giving a presentation with local author of "Dropping In" Robert Petrone about Arts for Profit as well as a hands-on super session using skateboards as the medium.

Artist Website

Kelsey Hammond

Kelsey has long worked in nonprofit arts organizations is currently the director at Columbia Art League. She is passionate about integrating art into our daily lives through making, looking, and appreciating.

Artist Website

Michael Albert

Recently, Michael has been creating large-scale "Epic" collage works on various themes including History, Literature, Religion & Philosophy, Music, Poetry, etc. Work with him on a large-scale Map of Missouri in our Vendor Space!

Artist Website

Snow Pond Ceramics

Katie Barnes is the owner of Snow Pond Ceramics. Katie started creating tiny houses after her ceramics studio closed during the pandemic. Now she specializes in miniature art. 

Artist Instagram

David Spear

David's artistic practice is grounded in a deep appreciation for the transformative power of art. He finds inspiration and insight into the human experience through art. Learn about and tour his Columbia-area murals during conference. 

Alleyway Arts Website

TBD

Our committee is currently communicating with a variety of local artists, authors and speakers. 

If you have a great idea for a guest presenter please reach out to:

 Anna Horine at spring.conference@maea.net 

OFFSITE WORKSHOPS

We will have a TON of community connections from Orr Street Studios, Seger Reeves Gallery, Columbia Arts League and even tours of area schools. More details about how to sign up for or attend these offsite workshops and events will be sent out to registrants as the conference date gets closer.

Access Arts

Enjoy a raku firing, learning how to mix glazes, throwing on the wheel and participate in collaborative weaving projects. 

School of Service Website

SHSMO

Tour the gallery space, view collections related to Missouri Art Education Association and learn how to complete successful research projects. 

State Historical Society of Missouri Website

Mizzou Botanical Gardens

Enjoy creating your conference Plein Air submission while touring the University's grounds blooming native trees this spring. 

Mizzou Botanic Garden Website

OTHER CONFERENCE OPPORTUNITIES

Make sure to participate fully in the conference by bringing and buying items from our silent auction or art-a-palooza raffle, selling your work at Bizarre Bazaar, visiting our vendors, displaying student and member artworks in our juried competitions, sign up to complete documents for graduate credit through Lindenwood. 

CONFERENCE PRICING

NEW! Sponsor a Student 

Help a student attend Spring Conference  and donate the cost of their registration - $60 

 Donate Here!

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

2025 MAEA Spring Conference Tentative Schedule.pdf

SPONSORS

CALL FOR SPONSORS AND VENDORS

If you would like to support visual art educators and their students, please consider being a sponsor. Tax deductible donations here.  Other ways to support our Spring Conference and advertise your company, business, or products, see our vendor page.