Free, Live, Small-Group Online Workshops for Teachers
for Educators
The Vision
Dr. Julie Etheridge
Founder & Lead Curriculum Designer
What if professional development actually inspired you?
I founded VISIE on a simple belief: works of art deepen thinking and meaning. Making art, experimenting, taking creative risks — these experiences unlock something in all of us. Professional development should do the same. It should inspire, not just inform.
Quality professional development shouldn't be a luxury. Our free, live online workshops bring small groups of educators together for hands-on, art-centered experiences that gently find their way into your classroom — because arts integration deepens understanding across every subject, for every student.
Sessions are capped at 6–12 participants. Just genuine engagement and real connection with fellow educators. Every participant receives a PD certificate.
Working with a school or district? We offer customized curriculum design, research-based program evaluation, and tailored arts-integrated workshops.
Join a live workshop and experience VISIE for yourself.
Michael C., Elementary Generalist
Toronto, Canada
"Attending your art workshop was such an inspiring experience. Your passion, creativity, and the way you guided everyone made the session enjoyable."
Jenna P., Visual Arts Specialist Middle School
New York, USA
"Wonderful and thought-provoking — your presentation was so extremely helpful, and I look forward to trying a lot of the strategies and activities you taught me in my own classroom. I look forward to taking future workshops with you again."
Michelle K., Visual Arts Specialist Middle School, USA
"Very interesting workshop — I definitely learned new ways to share perspective with my students and new terminology to use with them as well. I look forward to more sessions!"
Upcoming Workshops
Sun, Jun 07Discover a fresh way to teach without a paintbrush. Join us to learn simple visual tools that will get students thinking and talking in any subject. No art-making required! Live · 60 min · Online- Free **1 spot left**
Sun, Jun 14This 2-hour drawing workshop is for elementary teachers who want to grow their own drawing confidence and bring it back to their classroom. Live- 2hrs- Online- Free **1 spot left**
Thu, Jun 25Geography you can touch. Explore the intersection of cartography and fibre arts. Learn how to help students "stitch their story" or map a historical journey using simple textile techniques. Includes a zero-prep map-making kit and lesson plan. Live- 90 Min · Online · Free **FULL**
Fri, Jun 26Help your students feel seen, build empathy, and find words for big emotions, all through the power of art. Live · 90 min · Online · Free· **7 spots left**
Tue, Jun 30This one isn't for your students. It's for you. Leave with a creative recharge using art and guided reflection. Live · 90 min- Online · Free-**4 spots left**
Thu, Jul 02From still life to street food, what we eat tells the story of who we are. Learn how to use food as a lens for teaching art history and cultural narratives — and leave with a complete project and classroom resource kit. Live · 90 min. · Online·· Free **6 spots left**
Have questions?
What platform do you use? Workshops and webinars are hosted on Zoom.
What materials do I need? All workshops use simple, everyday materials you'll already find in your classroom. Any specifics will be listed in your confirmation email.
Are sessions recorded? All workshops are live and not recorded. This is intentional — the small-group format and real-time discussion are what make VISIE workshops different.
What is there a $ 5.00 registration fee? A $5.00 deposit is required to reserve your spot and is fully reimbursed when you attend. This simply helps us ensure our small groups are filled with educators who are committed and ready to engage.
Do I receive a PD certificate? Yes. All participants receive a certificate of completion.
Why are workshops limited to such small groups? Just like your classroom, learning happens in conversation, not in a crowd. Our workshops are intentionally capped between 6 and 12 participants so every educator has space to engage, reflect, and be heard.
Don't see a workshop that works for you? No worries! New workshops are always in development and our sessions rotate throughout the year. If you missed one or the timing doesn't work, just reach out.
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