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Professional Learning for Creative Educators

At the Indy Art Center, we believe that when teachers thrive creatively, students thrive too.

Our Teacher Programs are designed to support K–12 art educators, classroom teachers, teaching artists, and arts integration specialists at every stage of their career. Whether you are looking to reconnect with your own studio practice, expand your instructional toolkit, or build community with fellow educators, we offer meaningful professional learning rooted in artistic practice and real-world classroom application.

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Teacher Education
$375

Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive - Full Week

Summer 26 | July 27, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Program Overview The Indy Art Center Teacher Institute is an immersive, studio-based professional development experience for K?12 art educators. Over five days, teachers engage in hands-on art making across multiple professional studios while also exploring curriculum design, assessment, classroom management strategies, and creative renewal. This institute is designed to refuel teachers as artists, expand their technical skillsets, and provide immediately transferable ideas for the classroom. Participants will: Reconnect with their identity as artists Learn new media techniques aligned to school-appropriate adaptations Develop standards-aligned lesson plans and assessments Explore inclusive and choice-based teaching strategies Build a professional network of fellow art educators Leave with finished artwork, lesson plans, and renewed inspiration Receive 30+ hours of professional developmentDaily Structure Morning: Studio IntensivesMidday: Lunch & collaborationAfternoon: PD sessions + open studioWorkshops: Drawing & mixed-media exploration Low-pressure, process-driven approaches Sketchbook strategies for the classroom Handbuilding & surface design in clay Coil, slab, texture, and low-fire adaptations Relief printmaking or Gelly Printing Paper, fabric, and found-material printing Digital Design Using ProcreateDigital drawing and painting using Procreate Layering, brushes, color, and texture exploration PD Sessions: The Artist-Teacher Mindset Focus: Creative identity, community building, and studio practice Avoiding burnout Building sustainable creative habits Teaching 3D in Limited Spaces Focus: Clay & Sculptural Thinking Kiln access alternatives Air-dry and low-budget options Assessment Without Killing Creativity Focus: Taking the focus off of the grade Rubrics that support process Student self-assessment & critique models Digital Art in the K?12 ClassroomFocus: Building confidence with digital tools Differentiation across grade levels Managing shared devices and equitable access Beyond the Project: Teaching for Artistic Thinking Focus: Learn strategies to encourage inquiry, experimentation, and revision Explore the difference between projects and artistic thinking experiences Identify key habits of mind used by artists and designers Interested in a scholarship to attend the Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive? Please fill out the scholarship application here:Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive Scholarship ApplicationIf you are applying for a scholarship, please do not register for the class through this enrollment system. We will enroll you if funding is awarded.Questions? contact: Michelle O'Hollaren, EVP of Education + Innovation: mohollaren@indyartcenter.org Learn more...

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM @ Indianapolis Art Center
All Levels Adult
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Teacher Education
$75

Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive - MONDAY ONLY

Summer 26 | July 27, 2026 - July 27, 2026

THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR DAY ONE OF THE 5 DAY INSTITUTE ONLY- MONDAY, JULY 27 2026Program Overview The Indy Art Center Teacher Institute is an immersive, studio-based professional development experience for K?12 art educators. Over five days, teachers engage in hands-on art making across multiple professional studios while also exploring curriculum design, assessment, classroom management strategies, and creative renewal. This institute is designed to refuel teachers as artists, expand their technical skillsets, and provide immediately transferable ideas for the classroom. Participants will: Reconnect with their identity as artists Learn new media techniques aligned to school-appropriate adaptations Develop standards-aligned lesson plans and assessments Explore inclusive and choice-based teaching strategies Build a professional network of fellow art educators Leave with finished artwork, lesson plans, and renewed inspirationDaily Structure Morning: Studio IntensivesMidday: Lunch & collaborationAfternoon: PD sessions + open studioDay 1 Attendees will take part in one of the following workshops:Drawing & mixed-media explorationLow-pressure, process-driven approachesSketchbook strategies for the classroomHandbuilding & surface design in clayCoil, slab, texture, and low-fire adaptationsRelief printmaking or Gelly PrintingPaper, fabric, and found-material printingDigital Design Using ProcreateDigital drawing and painting using ProcreateLayering, brushes, color, and texture explorationPD Session on Day 1: The Artist-Teacher Mindset Focus: Creative identity, community building, and studio practice Avoiding burnout Building sustainable creative habits Interested in a scholarship to attend the Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive? Please fill out the scholarship application here:Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive Scholarship ApplicationIf you are applying for a scholarship, please do not register for the class through this enrollment system. We will enroll you if funding is awarded.Questions? contact: Michelle O'Hollaren, EVP of Education + Innovation: mohollaren@indyartcenter.org Learn more...

Mondays, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM @ Indianapolis Art Center
All Levels Adult
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Teacher Education
$75

Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive - TUESDAY ONLY

Summer 26 | July 28, 2026 - July 28, 2026

REGISTRATION IN THIS CLASS IS FOR THE TUESDAY, JULY 28TH SESSIONS ONLYProgram Overview The Indy Art Center Teacher Institute is an immersive, studio-based professional development experience for K?12 art educators. Over five days, teachers engage in hands-on art making across multiple professional studios while also exploring curriculum design, assessment, classroom management strategies, and creative renewal. This institute is designed to refuel teachers as artists, expand their technical skillsets, and provide immediately transferable ideas for the classroom. Participants will: Reconnect with their identity as artists Learn new media techniques aligned to school-appropriate adaptations Develop standards-aligned lesson plans and assessments Explore inclusive and choice-based teaching strategies Build a professional network of fellow art educators Leave with finished artwork, lesson plans, and renewed inspirationDaily Structure Morning: Studio IntensivesMidday: Lunch & collaborationAfternoon: PD sessions + open studioDay 2 Attendees will take part in one of the following workshops:Drawing & mixed-media explorationLow-pressure, process-driven approachesSketchbook strategies for the classroomHandbuilding & surface design in clayCoil, slab, texture, and low-fire adaptationsRelief printmaking or Gelly PrintingPaper, fabric, and found-material printingDigital Design Using ProcreateDigital drawing and painting using ProcreateLayering, brushes, color, and texture explorationPD Session for Tuesday: Teaching 3D in Limited Spaces Focus: Clay & Sculptural Thinking Kiln access alternatives Air-dry and low-budget optionsInterested in a scholarship to attend the Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive? Please fill out the scholarship application here:Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive Scholarship ApplicationIf you are applying for a scholarship, please do not register for the class through this enrollment system. We will enroll you if funding is awarded.Questions? contact: Michelle O'Hollaren, EVP of Education + Innovation: mohollaren@indyartcenter.org Learn more...

Tuesdays, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM @ Indianapolis Art Center
All Levels Adult
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Teacher Education
$75

Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive - WEDNESDAY ONLY

Summer 26 | July 29, 2026 - July 29, 2026

THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR THE SESSIONS ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 29TH ONLY.Program Overview The Indy Art Center Teacher Institute is an immersive, studio-based professional development experience for K?12 art educators. Over five days, teachers engage in hands-on art making across multiple professional studios while also exploring curriculum design, assessment, classroom management strategies, and creative renewal. This institute is designed to refuel teachers as artists, expand their technical skillsets, and provide immediately transferable ideas for the classroom. Participants will: Reconnect with their identity as artists Learn new media techniques aligned to school-appropriate adaptations Develop standards-aligned lesson plans and assessments Explore inclusive and choice-based teaching strategies Build a professional network of fellow art educators Leave with finished artwork, lesson plans, and renewed inspiration Receive 30+ hours of professional developmentDaily Structure Morning: Studio IntensivesMidday: Lunch & collaborationAfternoon: PD sessions + open studioDay 3 Participants will take part in one of the following Workshops: Drawing & mixed-media exploration Low-pressure, process-driven approaches Sketchbook strategies for the classroom Handbuilding & surface design in clay Coil, slab, texture, and low-fire adaptations Relief printmaking or Gelly Printing Paper, fabric, and found-material printing Digital Design Using ProcreateDigital drawing and painting using Procreate Layering, brushes, color, and texture exploration Day 3 Participants will attend the following PD Session: Assessment Without Killing Creativity Focus: Taking the focus off of the grade Rubrics that support process Student self-assessment & critique modelsInterested in a scholarship to attend the Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive? Please fill out the scholarship application here:Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive Scholarship ApplicationIf you are applying for a scholarship, please do not register for the class through this enrollment system. We will enroll you if funding is awarded.Questions? contact: Michelle O'Hollaren, EVP of Education + Innovation: mohollaren@indyartcenter.org Learn more...

Wednesdays, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM @ Indianapolis Art Center
All Levels Adult
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Teacher Education
$75

Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive - THURSDAY ONLY

Summer 26 | July 30, 2026 - July 30, 2026

REGISTRATION FOR THIS SESSION IS FOR THURSDAY, JULY 30TH ONLY.Program Overview The Indy Art Center Teacher Institute is an immersive, studio-based professional development experience for K?12 art educators. Over five days, teachers engage in hands-on art making across multiple professional studios while also exploring curriculum design, assessment, classroom management strategies, and creative renewal. This institute is designed to refuel teachers as artists, expand their technical skillsets, and provide immediately transferable ideas for the classroom. Participants will: Reconnect with their identity as artists Learn new media techniques aligned to school-appropriate adaptations Develop standards-aligned lesson plans and assessments Explore inclusive and choice-based teaching strategies Build a professional network of fellow art educators Leave with finished artwork, lesson plans, and renewed inspiration Receive 30+ hours of professional developmentDaily Structure Morning: Studio IntensivesMidday: Lunch & collaborationAfternoon: PD sessions + open studioParticipants in Day 4 will attend one of the following Workshops: Drawing & mixed-media exploration Low-pressure, process-driven approaches Sketchbook strategies for the classroom Handbuilding & surface design in clay Coil, slab, texture, and low-fire adaptations Relief printmaking or Gelly Printing Paper, fabric, and found-material printing Digital Design Using ProcreateDigital drawing and painting using Procreate Layering, brushes, color, and texture exploration Day 4 Participants will attend the following PD Session: Digital Art in the K?12 ClassroomFocus: Building confidence with digital tools Differentiation across grade levels Managing shared devices and equitable accessInterested in a scholarship to attend the Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive? Please fill out the scholarship application here:Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive Scholarship ApplicationIf you are applying for a scholarship, please do not register for the class through this enrollment system. We will enroll you if funding is awarded.Questions? contact: Michelle O'Hollaren, EVP of Education + Innovation: mohollaren@indyartcenter.org Learn more...

Thursdays, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM @ Indianapolis Art Center
All Levels Adult
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Teacher Education
$75

Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive - FRIDAY ONLY

Summer 26 | July 31, 2026 - July 31, 2026

REGISTRATION IN THIS SESSION IS FOR FRIDAY, JULY 31 ONLY.Program Overview The Indy Art Center Teacher Institute is an immersive, studio-based professional development experience for K?12 art educators. Over five days, teachers engage in hands-on art making across multiple professional studios while also exploring curriculum design, assessment, classroom management strategies, and creative renewal. This institute is designed to refuel teachers as artists, expand their technical skillsets, and provide immediately transferable ideas for the classroom. Participants will: Reconnect with their identity as artists Learn new media techniques aligned to school-appropriate adaptations Develop standards-aligned lesson plans and assessments Explore inclusive and choice-based teaching strategies Build a professional network of fellow art educators Leave with finished artwork, lesson plans, and renewed inspiration Receive 30+ hours of professional developmentDaily Structure Morning: Studio IntensivesMidday: Lunch & collaborationAfternoon: PD sessions + open studioDay 5 Participants will take part in one of the following Workshops: Drawing & mixed-media exploration Low-pressure, process-driven approaches Sketchbook strategies for the classroom Handbuilding & surface design in clay Coil, slab, texture, and low-fire adaptations Relief printmaking or Gelly Printing Paper, fabric, and found-material printing Digital Design Using ProcreateDigital drawing and painting using Procreate Layering, brushes, color, and texture exploration Day 5 Participants will take part in the following PD Session: Beyond the Project: Teaching for Artistic Thinking Focus: Learn strategies to encourage inquiry, experimentation, and revision Explore the difference between projects and artistic thinking experiences Identify key habits of mind used by artists and designers Interested in a scholarship to attend the Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive? Please fill out the scholarship application here:Teacher Institute: Summer Studio Intensive Scholarship ApplicationIf you are applying for a scholarship, please do not register for the class through this enrollment system. We will enroll you if funding is awarded.Questions? contact: Michelle O'Hollaren, EVP of Education + Innovation: mohollaren@indyartcenter.org Learn more...

Fridays, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM @ Indianapolis Art Center
All Levels Adult
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