Join us on beautiful Jekyll Island to refresh and rejuvenate.
We will be having our annual art educators professional development at the Jekyll Island Convention Center November 1st through the 3rd, 2018. You will be able to brainstorm with other outstanding art educators on best practices and teaching strategies. Three days sharing the best we all have to offer.
The Speakers
Matt SilvaOur first evening event will include a little STEAMpunk inspiration from Atlanta based Steampunk and makeup artist Matt Silva. He was on the show face-off during its 6th season. He is Co-Owner and CFO of Blue Whale Studios Inc. and has worked on such projects as Black Panther, Guardians of the Galaxy 2, The Accountant, Allegiant, The Vampire Diaries, and Selma. Learn more about Matt at his company website- http://www.fxmakeup.com/about/
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Jim JinkinsJim Jinkins, animator and creator of the popular '90s animated TV series "Doug." Moved to Brunswick, Georgia several years ago. He has worked with the local Department of Natural Resources on educational materials to teach students how to care for our unique coastal habitat. He is active with Boy Scouts and has a Studio in Historic Downtown Brunswick.
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Nathalie MiebachNathalie is an world renowned artist who uses scientific data to construct installations and baskets that communicate it in a visual and musical way. Learn more about her at her website- http://nathaliemiebach.com
You can also check out her TED talk at- https://www.ted.com/talks/nathalie_miebach |
Beautiful Jekyll Island, Georgia
Our block of rooms at the Holiday Inn Resort is full!
Other hotels include-
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham close to the convention center and on the beach.
60 S Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Phone: (912)635-9800
Westin Jekyll Island right beside the village and the convention center.
110 Ocean Way, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Phone: (912)635-4545
Quality Inn which is across the street from the Holiday Inn Resort
700 North Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA, 31527, US
Phone: (912) 635-2202
There are other hotels on the island as well, but these are the best choices near the conference.
Workshops and meals will be hosted at the Jekyll Island Convention Center.
Holiday Inn Resort information and reservations, call or click on the booking link.
$109-129 per night
Group Name: Georgia Art Education Association
Group Code: ART
Booking Link
Reservations: 912.635.2211 or 888.HOLIDAY
This will only work if there are cancellations or you book a room other than from our room block.
Other hotels include-
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham close to the convention center and on the beach.
60 S Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Phone: (912)635-9800
Westin Jekyll Island right beside the village and the convention center.
110 Ocean Way, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Phone: (912)635-4545
Quality Inn which is across the street from the Holiday Inn Resort
700 North Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA, 31527, US
Phone: (912) 635-2202
There are other hotels on the island as well, but these are the best choices near the conference.
Workshops and meals will be hosted at the Jekyll Island Convention Center.
Holiday Inn Resort information and reservations, call or click on the booking link.
$109-129 per night
Group Name: Georgia Art Education Association
Group Code: ART
Booking Link
Reservations: 912.635.2211 or 888.HOLIDAY
This will only work if there are cancellations or you book a room other than from our room block.