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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 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.
  • 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:  Gayle Mulder at membership@ohioarted.com 

Gayle Mulder, State Membership Chair
2025 High Ridge Road
Lima, OH   45805