Supporting Art Education in Colorado






CAEA Fall Conference 2026
November 5-7, 2026
Breckenridge, Colorado

    

A vibrant statewide gathering for art educators, makers,
designers, and creative thinkers.

Resonance is when creativity doesn't stop at inspiration, it amplifies, connects, and carries forward.


  

Meet the 2026 Keynotes

Temi Coker

Known for vibrant visual storytelling, fearless color, and a strong creative voice, Temi Coker brings a powerful perspective on design, identity, and resonance through contemporary image-making.

Cassie Stephens

Colorful, high-energy, and deeply beloved in the art education world, Cassie Stephens brings playful creativity, bold ideas, and joyful advocacy for making art education visible and exciting.

Why They Fit Introactive

Together, Cassie Stephens and Temi Coker embody the spirit of Introactive: The Art of Resonance - a conference focused on the ways creativity vibrates outward through teaching, making, design, and connection.

Conference Highlights!

Join us for an energizing conference experience designed to spark ideas, build connections, and celebrate the power of visual arts education.

Early check-in on Wednesday, November 6 + Art Trivia Night!

Engaging keynote presentations from Cassie Stephens and Temi Coker

150+ inclusive workshops across media, grade levels, and teaching approaches

Hands-on classes and specialized Advanced Studio sessions

An inspiring Exhibitor Hall Reception and Art Mart

Community events including Karaoke and Art Auction 

Saturday Afternoon Awards Reception

Art Advocacy Breakfast is back!

A Saturday night celebration: Purple Rain: Turn Up the Frequency


Full Conference

Member: $330 early registration (April 2 - September 11, 2026)

Member: $385 late registration (after September 11, 2026)

Non-Member: $435 early registration (April 2 - September 11, 2026)

Non-Member: $490 late registration (after September 11, 2026)

Retired Member: $280

Presenter Member: $280

One-Day Registration

Member: $225

Non-Member: $330


Before You Register Please renew your CAEA membership to receive the member conference discount.

To receive membership or presenter discounts, you must be logged into your account before registering. The membership login is located in the upper-right corner of the home page.

Membership dues and conference registration are separate fees.

Click here to Become a Member or Renew Membership

Membership renewal or payment issues?
Email: caeaart@gmail.com
Call/Text: 719-422-3599

State Leaders: Please email CAEAART@gmail.com to receive your discount code.

Cancellation Policy

Registration may be canceled until September 11, 2026, and a $75 cancellation fee per registration will be assessed.

After September 11, 2026, no refunds will be issued.

Please note that canceling your CAEA conference registration does not cancel your hotel reservation or other travel arrangements.

CAEA is unable to refund registration fees due to inclement weather or communicable diseases.

Accessibility

If you need assistance or have accessibility questions, please contact:

Kim Chlumsky caeaart@gmail.com

We will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests must be submitted at least 90 days prior to the conference.

As a small, volunteer-run nonprofit, we will do our best to accommodate you.





ATTENTION! PLEASE READ:

• Please note that membership dues and conference registration are separate fees.

• Be sure to renew your membership to receive the conference member discount. To receive membership discount you MUST be logged into your membership account BEFORE you register. (membership login located in the upper right corner of the home page) to receive a member discount.

• Registration may be canceled until September 11, 2026 and a $75 cancellation fee per registration will be assessed.

After September 12, 2026, no refunds will be issued.

• If you need ADA Accommodations, they MUST be requested at least 90 days in advance of the conference. We are a small volunteer run 501c3 and need 90 days lead time to accommodate your needs.   


EMAIL: caeaart@gmail.com         

CALL OR TEXT OUR ANSWERING SERVICE: 1-719-422-3599

MAILING ADDRESS: 
Colorado Art Education Association  

9609 S. University Blvd.

#631464

Highlands Ranch, CO 80163



 

  

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