Conference News
AEM Hi Arts Donates Art Kits to Conference Attendees!
July 26, 2018
There are so many reasons to get excited about the American Art Therapy Association’s 49th Annual Conference to be held in Miami, Florida, October 31 to November 4, 2018. One of them is that each and every conference attendee will receive a complimentary art kit courtesy of AEM Hi Arts!
AEM stands for Art Exploration for Mankind, and the organization’s mission is “To provide the finest art supplies at competitive prices while donating to more organizations in need than any other arts company on the planet.”
Welcome to Miami! Bienvenidos a Miami! Akeyi Miyami pou!
July 19, 2018 | By Craig Siegel
The Local Arrangements Committee is excited to host the American Art Therapy Association’s 49th Annual Conference in beautiful Miami, Florida, October 31 to November 4, 2018. Miami is the ultimate destination that offers more than amazing beaches, hip restaurants, and trendy shopping; Miami is also home to some of the best contemporary art and unique cultures.
Be More than Just an Attendee — Enhance Your Experience
May 17, 2018
Now that early bird registration is open for the AATA’s 49th Annual Conference to be held in Miami, FL, October 31 to November 4, 2018, we wanted to share some ideas to add value to your conference experience. It goes without saying that most people attend the AATA conferences to learn new things and expand their knowledge. With 230 educational sessions offered on the program in Miami, that’s an easy item to check off your list. Another reason people attend the AATA conference is to network and meet art therapists. Last but not least, making art, and expressing creativity is another reason attendees keep coming back to the AATA conferences year after year.
Unique Opportunities to Learn, Connect and Create Art
May 3, 2018
The American Art Therapy Association’s 49th Annual Conference to be held October 31 to November 4, 2018 in Miami provides a unique opportunity for art therapists, future art therapists, and others in related mental health fields to come together at a pivotal time in the history of our profession. This year’s theme, Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today, and Building for Tomorrow could not be more appropriate. We have much to honor, celebrate, and discuss about the future of art therapy, and we hope you will be part of it!
Announcing Speakers and Open Registration
April 19, 2018
The Conference Committee is pleased to announce that Dr. Joy DeGruy will be our featured keynote speaker during the opening plenary session on Thursday, November 1. Dr. DeGruy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication, a master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, and a Ph.D. in Social Work Research. She is a nationally and internationally renowned researcher, educator, author and presenter.