The Summer Symposium is a professional development opportunity for members designed to nourish your creative spirit. It is a two-day art experience held in the summer and is sponsored by the OAEA Distinguished Fellows. This hands-on program is held on college campuses around the state and offers a variety of workshops each year. A few examples of past art media presented include alcohol inks, metalsmithing, fabric dyes, bookmaking, printmaking, figure drawing, felting, watercolor painting, and more.  Some years there are master classes offered for more in-depth study. 

Remember, this is different from the OAEA annual conference in the fall because it is not focused on what you may take back to your students and school. This PD focuses on the artist within, although some materials and experiences may be adjusted and used in your typical educational setting.