Welcome to the 2026 NATA Fall Conference
NATA Art Educator Exhibit
Exhibit and Awards
Show Dates:
August 20th-October 10th
Location:
The Museum of Nebraska Art
Awards Ceremony:
Time TBA
Based in Smithfield, Nebraska, professional painter Jeremy Hansen brings over 30 years of fine art experience and a deeply rooted Midwestern perspective to his canvas. With a BFA in Studio Fine Art from the University of Nebraska at Kearney, Jeremy blends minimal expressionism with a mastery of artistic fundamentals. His work transforms everyday agricultural surroundings and childhood memories into powerful, emotional visual narratives.
Throughout his distinguished career, Jeremy has sold over 3,000 paintings to notable corporate, public, and private collections across North America—including John Deere and various regional medical centers. His passion for the arts extends beyond his own studio; as a gallery owner, experienced art juror, and creator of large-scale public installations (such as his recent 40-foot mural for the Tassel Performing Arts Center), he is deeply connected to the Nebraska art community.
"I’m very lucky to get to wake up every day and do what I love." — Jeremy Hansen
Driven by the belief that art should serve as a profound emotional connection and a boundary-less form of expression, Jeremy continues to dedicate his life to capturing the beauty, simplicity, and spirit of rural community life.
http://www.fineartzero.com/
Keynote Speakers
Friday October 9th
Coming Soon!
Saturday October 10th
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Registration
Schedule at a Glance
Conference Fee Schedule
Early Bird Rate
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Not Yet a Member -
Registration
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NATA Pre-Service Member -
NATA Emeritus Member -
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One Day Passes
NATA Member Friday -
NATA Member Saturday -
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On Site Registration
*Lunch not included on Friday
NATA Active Professional Member -
NATA Pre-Service Member -
NATA Emeritus Member -
Not Yet a Member -
On Site One Day Passes
*Lunch not included on Friday
NATA Member Friday -
NATA Member Saturday -
Not Yet a Member Friday -
Not Yet a Member Saturday -
Awards Ceremony Banquet
Friday, October 9th
Due to updated tax information, banquet tickets can no longer be invoiced with conference registration and must be purchased through our online processor.
If you need to inquire about another form of payment or have any questions please contact NATApresident@gmail.com - Thank you!
Full Banquet Info
VENUE
TBD
Parking Information:
TBD
Dress Code
As it is an awards banquet, many guests will wear business casual and cocktail attire, but please wear what you feel most comfortable in!
Banquet Menu:
TBD
2025 Award Winners
Art Educator of the Year- Christopher Strickland
Elementary Art Educator of the Year- Amy Pierce
Middle Level Art Educator of the Year- Jennifer Carlisle
Secondary Art Educator of the Year- Nancy Wiese
K-12 Educator of the Year- Lauren Olson
Higher Education Educator of the Year- Christopher Strickland
Administrator/Supervisor of the Year- Cathy Nelson and Jodi Pesek
Museum Educator of the Year- Christine Brown and Rebecca Puls
Community Impact Artist of the Year- Jennifer Thomas
Prism Award- Mary Gibilisco
Francis Thurber Award- Ella Cleaver
Roscoe Shields Award- Julie Ryan
Schedule- To be updated
5:30pm- 6:15pm Social/Cash bar and Silent Auction
6:15pm- 7:00pm Banquet Service
7:00pm-9:00pm Awards Ceremony (break and close auction @ 8:30)
9:00pm- End of Banquet/Auction payments*
*we will accept cash and check ONLY for silent auction purchases
Lodging
TBD
The Venues
The University of Nebraska at Kearney
The Museum of Nebraska Art
Please direct all inquiries and questions to natafallconferencechair@gmail.com