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Art is an adventure into an unknown world,
which can only be explored by those willing to take the risks.
-Mark Rothko, Artist
OAEA membership runs from October 1 – September 30
Membership is open to art educators (active and retired), college students, friends, non-profit visual arts organizations, organizations/businesses, and friends of art education.  
New to OAEA?
Membership Brochure! Click Here!
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
  • OEA payroll deduction - sign up through your district union dues.  PLEASE NOTE:  IF YOU BECOME A MEMBER THROUGH PAYROLL DEDUCTION YOUR MEMBERSHIP RENEWS AUTOMATICALLY EACH YEAR!
  • Online via Paypal with check or credit card - Enter online membership portal link above.
  • Click Here for Mail-In Form - print out and mail in with payment.
  • Click Here for Lifetime Membership (must be a member for at least 30 years)
 OAEA Membership…
  • provides an opportunity to grow professionally and artistically by attending the annual fall state conference and regional workshops;
  • helps you stay connected with professional colleagues;
  • helps you gain leadership skills through activities such as presenting at conference and work on the state and regional level;
  • gives you a chance to be recognized for your good work through the OAEA awards program;
  • provides opportunities to showcase your students’ art work;
  • enhances your curriculum through Teacher Incentive grants funded through the Ohio Art Education Foundation;
  • affords eligibility for college student scholarships, also through the Foundation;
  • provides professional involvement in the development of state standards and curriculum development;
  • supports teachers through the National Board certification process;
  • offers Teacher Enrichment grants to attend programs such as Miami’s CraftSummer;
  • helps you learn ways to advocate for art education in your community;
  • benefits increase exponentially the more you get involved.
  • Finally, your membership in OAEA enables this organization to help thousands of art educators become more accomplished teachers as they bring art education to countless students from around the state.​​
For more information contact:  membership@ohioarted.com 

OAEA does not and shall not discriminate, nor tolerate harassment, on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to selection of volunteers, vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members.