SUMMER 2021 CONFERENCE GUIDE

JULY 29, 2021

Alexa Meade Romero Britto Peter Reynolds

Sir Ken Robinson Jen Stark

Tatyana Fazlalizadeh Drew Daywalt Ron Clark

Faith Ringgold Paul Topolos Kevin Honeycutt

World-renowned artists and authors

have presented at

NOW.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4

Conference Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

Preconference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

How to Sketchnote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8

Connect on Social Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10

Featured Presenter: Phil Hansen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11

Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12

Conference Takeaways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 27

NOW After Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 28

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WELCOME TO THE SUMMER 2021 NOW CONFERENCE!

After the school year we’ve all just been through, you deserve a break! That’s why we’re so glad you’re joining us for a reinvigorating day of PD just for art teachers . Use this guide to lead you through the conference to help you bring your inspiration and new ideas directly into your classroom .

Inside, you’ll find note-taking (and doodling!) space for each presentation, fun facts about the presenters, QR codes that lead to further exploration, and much more! Sit back and relax . It’s going to be the best conference day yet!

BEFORE THE EVENTSet yourself up for success by making sure you check your tech, gather your supplies, and load up on snacks!

TECH CHECK! The NOW Conference will take place on Zoom . You will receive a link via email on the day of the event . Make sure you have a good Wi-Fi connection and can stream a Zoom meeting on your device .

GET SET! To ensure a relaxing day, spend a few minutes gathering the following materials ahead of time:

• Your swag box! If you did not register in time to get a box, you might want to gather the following items: a sketchbook, something to draw with, a piece of scrap cardboard, yarn, and scissors .

• Your favorite writing utensil for taking notes

• Headphones to eliminate distractions

• A pre-packed lunch so you don’t have to miss a moment

• Snacks and drinks to keep your energy up

SNACK ATTACK! Create a unique art-themed snack for the conference and share it on social media using the hashtag #NOWConference . The best snack will win free entry to the Winter 2022 NOW Conference! Will you create an Arcimboldo-inspired veggie tray? Or maybe you’ll whip up some Van Gogh-gurt or Dona-jello! Whatever you come up with, we want to see it!

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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE * Note: Presentations and times are subject to change.

The NOW Conference comprises nearly 20 TED-Talk-style presentations, and you get to

experience them all! Remember—the conference After Pass is free with your registration .

Every presentation, handout, and download is available for an entire year after the event

has concluded! You get on-demand access 24/7/365 .

HOUR 1: GET YOUR CREATIVITY GOING• Developing Cross-Curricular Connections Through Weaving | Caitlyn Thompson

• Everything is a Canvas | Jerald Robinson

• Empowering Creative Learners | Yaz Gate

• Creating Simple Collagraphs | Yvonne Lopez Taylor

HOUR 2: NEW IDEAS FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR• Lessons Learned From Hybrid Teaching | Karen Kiick

• Sculptural Monster Battles | Matt Young

• 7 Tips for Better Assessment | Janet Taylor

HOUR 3: MAKING CONNECTIONS• Making Art to Meet the Moment | Sharonda Harris-Marshall

• Automatas and Design Thinking | Catie Nasser

• Ideas to Elevate Your Art Show | Rachel Albert

• Exploring the World of Comic Art | Candido Crespo

HOUR 4: TAKING CARE OF OURSELVES AND OTHERS• Bookmaking and Visual Journaling | Stan Dodson

• Taking Care of Yourself This School Year | Dash Swani

• The Art of SEL | Jonathan Juravich

HOUR 5: AN INTERACTIVE ART EXPERIENCE WITH OUR FEATURED PRESENTER• How Constraints Foster Creativity | Phil Hansen

AFTER PASS PRESENTATIONS

• An Introduction to Slip Casting | Abby Schukei

• Best Practices for Recording Instructional Videos | Rebecca Campbell

• Clay Graffiti Sculptures | Matt Young

• LEGO Character Self-Portraits | Rachel Albert

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DON’T MISS THE NOW PRECONFERENCE!

As part of your NOW Conference registration, you are invited to the Summer 2021 NOW Preconference, hosted by Tim and Amanda!

Grab a beverage from the art-inspired drink menu and join other art teachers for a night of fun and relaxation . This event is free with your conference

registration! You’ll receive a Zoom link the day of the event . Just click to join and enjoy . Find all the details below!

WHEN7 p.m. – 9 p.m. CT

Hour 1: Survey Says—You’ll Love Playing Art Teacher Family Feud!

Hour 2: Relax With an Artmaking Activity!

WHEREZoom! We’ll email you a link on the day of the event .

WHYBecause we all deserve a break!

The very first conference took place in 2013, and Summer 2021 will be the 17th NOW Conference!

DID YOU

KNOW?

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RENÉ MARGARITAIngredients

• 2 oz blanco tequila • ½ oz orange liqueur • 1 oz freshly squeezed lime

juice

• ½ oz agave syrup

Directions Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice .

Shake until well-chilled .

Strain into a glass over ice .

Hold your glass so it covers half your face at all times .

SALVADOR DAIQUIRIIngredients

• 2 c . frozen strawberries • ½ c . sliced fresh strawberries • 2 oz simple syrup • 2 oz light rum • juice of ½ a lime

Directions Add all ingredients to a blender and process until smooth .

Pour into a glass and garnish with an old watch .

TINTORETTO SOURIngredients

• 2 oz amaretto • 1 oz lemon juice • 1 tsp simple syrup (optional)

Directions Add all ingredients to a strainer without ice .

Shake furiously .

Strain into a glass over ice .

HOKUSAI TAIIngredients

• 1 oz dark rum • 1 oz amber rum • 1 oz fresh orange juice • ½ oz orange-flavored liqueur

• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice • 1 teaspoon orgeat syrup or 1

drop pure almond extract

• 1 teaspoon superfine granulated sugar

• Dash of grenadine

Directions Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice .

Shake until well-chilled .

Strain into a glass over ice .

Spin your glass enough to make great waves (optional) .

ARNOLFINI PALMERIngredients

• 5 oz prepared lemonade • 5 oz prepared iced tea • 1 c . ice

Directions Combine lemonade and iced tea in a tall glass .

Add ice and stir until chilled .

Share with your significant other and drink while holding hands .

DRINK MENU

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SEE HOW THIS SKETCHNOTE WAS CREATED!

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One of the best parts of professional development is sharing your learning with others. Show us what you’re up to on conference day and connect with other conference attendees!

First, find AOEU on social media!

BUILD YOUR PROFESSIONAL LEARNING NETWORK!

#AOEUStudent

#AOEUGrad

#AOEUCourses

#FLEXCurriculum #PROLearning

Throughout the conference, you will hear about some of the other amazing offerings at AOEU . Check out these hashtags to follow along:

TWITTER:@theartofed

INSTAGRAM:@theartofed

FACEBOOK PAGE:The Art of Education

University

FACEBOOK GROUP:NOW Conference

Attendees

Then, use the following hashtags to share with us and others! #NOWConference #NOWConferenceSwag

Use this space to jot down any other handles you’d like to explore further!

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PHIL HANSEN How Constraints Foster Creativity

Bio:

Phil Hansen is an internationally recognized multimedia artist, speaker, author, and innovator at the forefront of bringing art to a broader audience . Crashing irreverently through conventional boundaries, Phil works at the intersection of traditional art, electronic media, offbeat materials, and interactive experiences . He is most well-known for his meta-art (videos that document the creation process, sometimes through destruction), showing millions that art is action, not just result . His Embrace the Shake TED Talk is a favorite of art teachers everywhere .

Besides speaking and creating art, Phil is an advocate for advancing art education . He’s the author of Tattoo a Banana, a guide to exploring creativity through art with everyday materials . He’s also the founder of Goodbye-Art Academy, providing free, high-quality art education videos to teachers and students everywhere .

Presentation:

We face limitations daily . What if there’s a way to listen to our limitations and make them work for us, not against us? Phil will share a fascinating personal story about turning his limitation into an act of creativity that completely changed his artistic horizons . Accompanied by jaw-dropping visuals, Phil will deliver a moving message about how we can change our lives by not only overcoming but embracing our limitations .

Supplies:

Phil will ask you (yes, you!) to create a digital drawing on your smartphone or tablet during his presentation . Back in his studio, he will make an artwork utilizing all of the NOW attendees’ drawings .

Notes

WATCH PHIL’S

TED TALK

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THANKS TO OUR SPONSORSInnovative Box Cutter by Canary This Canary box cutter is an engineering marvel that has a variety of uses in the art room . The fine sawtooth edge keeps you and your students safe, and the nonstick coating ensures that tape and adhesives won’t stick to the blade . You’ll never look at cardboard boxes the same way again!

Spectra AD™ Markers by Chartpak Spectra AD markers provide endless color possibilities . The flexible brush tip offers a smooth, variable line that adjusts with pressure, while the tri-nib tip provides a thin, medium, and thick line with a twist of the wrist . Watch Candido Crespo’s presentation on comics to discover ideas on how to use them, and don’t forget to try out the paper sampler!

Action! Stencil Project by Blick This stencil allows students to predesign a piece and then rapidly create multiple prints that suggest movement . Students will learn how to design and cut a basic stencil, then use felt-tip daubers to fill them in quickly . Your students will love this engaging project!

ChromaDepth® 3D Glasses by American Paper Optics The ChromaDepth 3D glasses use micro-optics to transform color images into true stereo 3D with no special software required . Check out the American Paper Optics website to learn how to make your own 3D images with your favorite graphics software or even create an image with markers or crayons!

The Pencil Grip Sample Bag The Kwik Stix paint sticks are incredibly popular and easy to use, and the unique pencil grip stops students from crossing over their fingers when writing or drawing . Plus, the fun design is motivating . Simply place your thumb on the “R” or “L” on the grip, and your fingers will naturally fall into place .

Conference Sketchbook by SketchforSchools Fully customizable, SketchforSchools offers many different levels of quality paper, both hot and cold-pressed . They are all acid-free, too! The reinforced back and front covers and quality binding are durable enough to stand up to daily student use .

AOEU Tumbler Art teachers can never have enough cups, glasses, or tumblers around, and you’re going to love this one . Pick a favorite artistic drink from the preconference menu and bring it to the event!

Art to Remember Art-Themed Dog Tag Necklace Check out the ATR website for simple ideas for a great project . Fundraising with Art to Remember can be successful at all age levels!

Stay tuned for big giveaway announcements from Gelli Arts, OOLY, and Sculpey on conference day! (Note: You’re automatically registered for the raffle and don’t need to be present to win.)

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DOODLE PROMPT

Need a brain break?

Use this space to do some timed sketches! Give yourself 5 minutes to complete the following prompts throughout the day.

• Create a quick portrait of an inspiring presenter .

• Draw what you ate for lunch .

• Do a blind contour drawing of your favorite swag box item .

• Draw a bird’s-eye view of your ideal classroom setup .

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FLEX FOR YOUR VISUAL ARTS TEAM

FLEX can support any district’s curriculum adoption needs, regardless of the district’s size or what the review process looks like .

• Supplements current curriculums by enhancing what teachers already teach in the classroom

• Refreshes a curriculum with relevant and new materials while staying current with changing trends in the field

• Offers a library of materials to drive curriculum review while giving teachers the autonomy to design a custom curriculum

The ultimate curriculum platform for K-12 art teachers. FLEX gives you access to a rich library of high-quality curriculum materials, saving you

time so you can focus on teaching and student learning.

DISCOVER:Search thousands of premium curriculum materials, including

lessons, videos, resources, and assessments .

DESIGN: Curate standards-aligned curriculum materials into

100% custom classes and units .

DELIVER:Access from any device,

anytime . Download, print, screen share, or upload to

your school’s LMS .

FLEX CURRICULUM IS ORGANIZED INTO THEMATIC COLLECTIONS

Collections are a great way to find the exact curriculum materials you’re looking for .FLEX members get exclusive access to an extensive library of curriculum Collections . Additionally, new resources are added every month, covering new artists, current events, social-emotional learning (SEL), cross-curricular connections, and more .

FLEX Curriculum is

aligned to all 50 states’ arts standards, including the NCAS.

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EXPLORE: Dive deep into your passions or focus on

learning new skills .

ENHANCE: Each Pack features proven

strategies and real-world tactics to

get the most from your students .

EARN: Unlimited PD hours are

automatically tracked for

each Pack you complete .

The only on-demand professional development platform, designed specifically for K-12 art teachers, that dives into everything from art mediums to classroom management. PRO provides strategies to progress your career and teaching practice to the next level.

PRO PACKS ARE WHERE YOUR LEARNING TAKES PLACE

Each Pack contains exciting relevant content, engaging hands-on tutorials, and printable digital resources . New content is released each month, so art teachers have continuous access to relevant professional development .

BRING YOUR WHOLE TEAM TOGETHER

Professional development for art teachers is essential . Teachers and administrators want the same thing: engaging PD that enhances their teaching and makes their classrooms easier to run .

Art teachers use PRO in PLCs, to support their PD days, and to train team leaders and new teachers . Administrators use PRO to align the art department with school initiatives and improve student outcomes .

Subject-specific PD is 10 times

more effective than general professional

development.

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Developing Cross-Curricular Connections Through WeavingCAITLYN THOMPSON

@artwithcoacht

Fun fact: Loves Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Draw three possible designs for weaving patterns.

Everything is a CanvasJERALD ROBINSON

@ArtByLevar

Recommends you listen to: There is a Way by Mos Def

List five things in your classroom that you want to turn into a canvas.

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Empowering Creative LearnersYAZ GATE

@tiny_cupboard_creatives

Favorite summertime activity: Hanging at the beach with family

What is one idea you’ll use to encourage creative thinking in your classroom?

Creating Simple CollagraphsYVONNE LOPEZ TAYLOR

@mslowpaz

Favorite color: golden mustard yellow (Pantone 123)

How could you adapt Yvonne’s ideas for your students?

Lessons Learned From Hybrid TeachingKAREN KIICK

Twitter: @karenkiick

Instagram: @artroom14

What idea from hybrid teaching will you continue to use this school year?

LISTEN TO YAZ ON

EVERYDAY ART ROOM!

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Sculptural Monster BattlesMATT YOUNG

Instagram: @myoung1art

Favorite cereal: Cap’n Crunch

Draw your monster!

7 Tips for Better AssessmentJANET TAYLOR

@jataylorart

Recommends you listen to: Bear Hug by Catching Confetti

Which lesson of yours could use a new assessment?

Art teachers are watching from around the world. This summer, we even have presenters from

Thailand and Australia!

DID YOU

KNOW?

LEARN MOREFROM

JANET!

LEARN MOREFROM JANET!

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Making Art to Meet the MomentSHARONDA HARRIS-MARSHALL

Instagram: @sharondaharris_marshall Twitter: @sharondafilm

In the art room, can’t live without: a good light source!

What is one step you can take to help your students make art to meet the moments in their lives?

Automatas and Design ThinkingCATIE NASSER

@catnasser

Favorite summertime activity: Reading in the sun on the beach with feet in the water

Sketch an automata that you could create.

There have been nearly 35,000 conference attendees since the start of the conference!

DID YOU

KNOW?

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A COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTION

FLEX Curriculum and PRO Learning work together to support every aspect of what you do in the art room .

FLEX is the perfect complement to PRO as it provides access to a comprehensive library of curriculum resources that you can immediately put to use in your art room . PRO dives deep into rich video tutorials, giving you the essential skills you need to be successful with the lessons and resources inside FLEX . When paired together, you save money and get to experience empowering professional development that directly connects to the curriculum you teach .

EXPLORE HOW THEY WORK TOGETHER

This download gives you access to a sampling of the Stories From Black Artists FLEX Collection, which is aligned to the Mixed Media Basics PRO Pack . Use the links to explore how FLEX and PRO support what you do in the art room .

A curriculum platform that helps art teachers discover what to teach

A professional development platform that helps art teachers learn how to

teach more effectively

Student-facing Teacher-facing

“I’m doing this for my students .”“I’m doing this for my own professional

development .”

Develop what you actually do in the classroom .

Develop how you do what you do in the classroom .

DOWNLOAD THE

FLEX + PRO SAMPLER

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HERE’S HOW TO GET YOUR DISTRICT TO FUND YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

Tell your fellow art teachers! The more teachers on board, the easier it will be to advocate for FLEX and PRO in your district .

We will help you navigate the next steps in your district . Schedule a 15-minute meeting today!

EVERY TEACHER DESERVES FLEX AND PRO.

Your district already has funding set aside for PD and curriculum; make sure it’s invested in your team.

THERE’S NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO ASK

COVID relief legislation, such as CARES, ESSER II, and ARP, has provided unprecedented federal funding to schools for resources like FLEX and PRO, so make your needs known! By advocating for your program and making smart choices about this funding, you can have a lasting impact on every student you serve .

Take a peek at the FLEX and PRO Platforms!

Which FLEX Collection would you like to explore?

Which PRO Pack would you like to watch?

WATCH WEBINAR

SCHEDULE A MEETING

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Takeaways From a Virtual Art ShowRACHEL ALBERT

Instagram: @ms .albert .art

Favorite Cereal: Cinnamon Toast Crunch

What is one way you could take your next art show to the next level?

Exploring the World of Comic ArtCANDIDO CRESPO

Instagram: @mrccrespo

Recommends you read: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

List and illustrate the 3 superpowers you wish you could have.

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Bookmaking and Visual JournalingSTAN DODSON

Twitter: @TheArtManStan

Write three prompts that could get students working in these books.

Taking Care of Yourself This School YearDASH SWANI

Instagram: @artwithmsdash

List two specific self-care practices you can commit to this year.

DOODLE PROMPT

Sketch a place that makes you feel calm and content.

DOWNLOAD 50 VISUAL JOURNAL PROMPTS

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A Master’s Degree Made for Art TeachersA relevant, convenient, and affordable master’s degree designed for K-12 art teachers

• Master of Arts in Art Education (MA)

• 100% online, no travel required

• Work at your own pace, graduate in 18-24 months

• Complete program cost: $15,064* including tuition and fees

*New pricing effective July 1, 2021

A Convenient Program for Working Teachers

• Start anytime• Work at your own pace• Manageable assignments

• Easy course transfers• Work day or night• Design your own program

Your University for Life

AOEU offers traditional courses and a degree program, but we also support lifelong learners with weekly podcasts, daily articles, annual conferences, on-demand professional development platforms, and much more . When you choose AOEU, you’re gaining a university for life .

“ The Art of Education University has led me on a transformational journey in my

profession as an art educator and teacher-leader . The entire AOEU community has

become my circle of mentors, guiding me to places inside myself that I never knew

existed . I have found a strong sense of value and worth, my confidence has increased,

wounds have been healed, and my passions revealed . I am incredibly thankful that

AOEU is part of my story and will accompany me on the road ahead .”

JESSICA M., PA | CLASS OF 2021

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Ridiculously relevant online courses designed by art teachers for art teachers

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Credits You Can AffordTake a course to earn 500-level graduate degree credit for only $399/credit .

Choose From Over 20 Amazing CoursesWe offer over 20 online courses (including eight hands-on studio courses), designed to help art teachers at every stage of their professional career . Whether you’re looking to develop a new art curriculum, get help with classroom fundamentals, incorporate new technology into the classroom, or just brush up on your own fine art skills, we’ve got the course for you .

Rediscovering Your Artistic Identity | 1-creditCountless art educators put their artistic practice on hold when they are immersed in the K-12 classroom . Reconnect with your passion for studio work and reinvigorate your artistic process . Explore ideation strategies and weave conceptual and formal elements into creative project design to rekindle your artistic practice .

Cultural Competency in Art Education | 3-creditsLearn how your experience and cultural understanding have shaped the teacher and person you are . Investigate the underlying theory behind cultural competence and explore research-based methods to create and manage inclusive and understanding creative spaces .

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The Art of SELJONATHAN JURAVICH

@jjuravich

Recommends you listen to: The Art of SEL podcast, of course

List the five competencies of SEL and select one that you want to explore further.

Tim has hosted the conference too many times to count. He hates condiments and glitter but really loves puppies, colored pencils, and running long distances.

Amanda has hosted the conference three times. She loves rainbow order and glitter and gluten-free bagels from this one specific store in NYC.

She also hates condiments.

DID YOU KNOW?

Presenter Edition

LISTEN TO THE ART OF SEL

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1-2-3 CONFERENCE TAKEAWAYS!The NOW Conference is fast-paced and full of inspiring information. It can be easy to

become overwhelmed! Use this space to write down key takeaways from the conference. Which new ideas will you be sure to add to your teaching practice moving forward?

IDEA TIMELINE STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3

Which idea from the conference can you implement in the first week of school?

IDEA:

IMPLEMENTATION PLAN:

Which two ideas from the conference can you implement in the first month of school?

IDEA 1:

IMPLEMENTATION PLAN:

IDEA 2:

IMPLEMENTATION PLAN:

Which three ideas from the conference will you build into your teaching practice over the next year?

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An Introduction to Slip CastingABBY SCHUKEI

Instagram: @ralstonmsart Twitter: @ARTschukei

In the art room, can’t live without: tie-dye!

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LEGO Self-Portrait AdventuresRACHEL ALBERT

Instagram: @ms .albert .art

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Notes:

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Ceramic Graffiti SculpturesMATT YOUNG

Instagram: @myoung1art

Best Practices for Recording Instructional VideosREBECCA CAMPBELL

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DOODLES

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Thank you for attending the Summer 2021 NOW Conference!

Your feedback is highly valued .

Please fill out this quick survey to help us improve future conferences .

NOW CONFERENCE SURVEY

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