Autumn Gathering 2025 X Artist + Educator Conference

NSEAD are pleased to be working in collaboration with The Northern School of Art & The Northern Festival of Illustration to bring this year’s autumn gathering to the Artist + Educator Conference at Hartlepool Art Gallery on Tuesday 21 October 2025.

This conference provides a fantastic opportunity for NSEAD members to connect with other art educators and creative practitioners from all levels of education, to explore how diverse cultural perspectives shape and enrich creative teaching practices. Through keynote talks and hands-on workshops, participants will examine innovative pedagogical approaches that transcend borders and foster intercultural understanding, exploring the theme 'diversifying the creative curriculum'.

Follow the booking link to find out more about the conference and event programme.

Venue: Hartlepool Art Gallery, Church Street, Hartlepool, TS24 7EQ

Tickets: £5 + booking fee

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NSEAD Awards 2026

Celebrating the very best of art, craft and design education.

Since 1888, the NSEAD professional learning community has been at the forefront of advancing better practice in art, craft and design education. The NSEAD Awards shine a spotlight on the remarkable work of our members across the United Kingdom, celebrating their dedication, creativity and impact.

These awards recognise individuals, schools and organisations who have championed our subject, challenged boundaries, inspired change and demonstrated innovation within the sector.

Let's raise the profile of our community, our subject and its learners, together.

Nominations are now open! Find out more and make a nomination today.

The NSEAD Awards will take place on Saturday 20 June 2026 and will be hosted in partnership with The National Gallery, at the new Roden Centre for Creative Learning.