National Visual Art Education Conference
Key information
19 – 21 January 2026
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Could your regional or remote venue host a NVAEC Satellite Event? Get in touch with outreach@nga.gov.au. More information will be available on this page in late 2024.
The National Visual Art Education Conference (NVAEC) brings together teachers, artists, cultural practitioners and thought-leaders to inspire and energise best-practice teaching and learning in the visual arts. NVAEC is a key professional development opportunity for educators working in schools, arts, health and community organisations, with a national focus on arts education.
NVAEC will begin on the afternoon of Monday 19 January 2026 and conclude at 5pm on Wednesday 22 January 2026.
NVAEC is accredited across Australia, with NESA and TQI, providing 13.5 hours of professional development for Proficient Teacher Accreditation.
Please contact outreach@nga.gov.au for more information.
This program is supported by Learning & Digital Patron Tim Fairfax AC.
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