About Cathi Warren

Bio – Cathi Warren

2026
I am a mixed media artist and painter who has dedicated the past 26 years to teaching visual arts in Georgia. As the sole visual arts instructor at my high school in Bogart, I have worked to cultivate meaningful artistic experiences that encourage creativity, self-expression, and critical thinking. My dual role as artist and educator deeply informs my practice, grounding my work in storytelling, connection, and the belief that art has the power to transform how we understand ourselves and others.
I am currently pursuing an MFA in Painting through SCAD, I am eager to further refine my technical skills, explore new conceptual approaches, and contribute meaningfully to contemporary discourse in the arts.
This next step in my artistic and academic journey is one of both personal and professional significance. I look forward to engaging with a community of artists who challenge and inspire. I want to embrace the opportunities for growth that an MFA program provides. Through this experience, I hope to become more proficient in my artistic practice, expand my impact as an educator at the college level, and continue to create work that fosters connection, introspection, and dialogue.
Lastly, I would be remiss not to acknowledge the incredible support system that has made this journey possible. My husband, children, and mother have encouraged and supported me every step of the way. I would not be the person—or the artist—I have become without their love, patience, and belief in me.
Sincerely,
Cathi Warren

Cathi Warren, Ed.S.
She/Her/Hers


Profile
Artist, educator, and arts advocate with over 26 years of experience teaching studio art at the secondary level while maintaining an active professional practice as a painter and mixed-media artist. Deeply committed to inclusivity, equity, and student-centered learning. Extensive leadership experience within professional arts organizations and a strong record of mentoring students through creative growth, community engagement, and scholarship opportunities.

Education
MFA Painting — Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Atlanta, GA
Starting Summer 2026
Ed.S., Art Education — University of Georgia, 2021
Focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in art education
MFA Coursework, Art Education — University of Georgia, 2009
Research focused on classroom design and its relationship to creativity
BFA, Art Education — University of Georgia, 1999
BFA, Painting — University of Georgia, 1998

Professional Experience
North Oconee High School — Visual Arts Teacher
Bogart, GA · 2004–Present
Develop and teach curriculum for Art I through AP Studio Art


Sponsor Art Club and National Art Honor Society (2004–Present)


Organize annual Silent Art Auctions, raising $700–$2,500 annually for local nonprofits
(most recently $2,500 for Apalachee High School Art Program, 2025)


AP Certified in Drawing, 2D Design, and 3D Design (since 2007)


Lead international Art & Culture trips to Europe (five total; 10–18 students each)


Teach CTAE Commercial Art, integrating design thinking and digital media



Edwards Middle School — Art Teacher
Conyers, GA · 2002–2004
Taught grades 6–8


Founded the school’s first Art Club



Palmer-Stone Elementary School — Art Teacher
Oxford, GA · 2000–2002
Taught grades 1–5


Initiated and sponsored the school’s Art Club



College Board — AP Art & Design Reader
2020–Present
Evaluate and score AP Drawing portfolios nationwide



Public Art Commissions (Murals)
North Georgia Canopy Tours Disc Golf, Lula, GA — Nov 2025


PJ’s Sportz Corner, Cross Hill, SC — Nov 2024


The Entangled Cat Café, Watkinsville, GA — 1,200 sq. ft., Aug 2023


Athens Area Humane Society, Watkinsville, GA — 1,000 sq. ft., Sept 2015



Exhibitions (Juried)
Art Ventures, GAEA Fall Conference — Nov 2025


Art Educator Showcase, OCAF — Oct 2025


Playful Encounters, Biennial Juried Exhibition for Art Educators,
Kennesaw State University — 2024


Lyndon House Arts Center Annual Juried Exhibition — 2024, 2016, 2014


University of North Georgia, Watkinsville Campus Juried Show — 2021


12-Year Retrospective, Athens Academy, Watkinsville — 2018


University of North Georgia, Dahlonega Juried Show — 2016, 2014



Honors & Professional Leadership
Chair, National Art Honor Society Conference at UGA — Jan 2026


Nominee, Georgia Secondary Art Educator of the Year — 2024, 2025


Director of Secondary Education, Georgia Art Education Association — 2024–2027


Students awarded GAEA Helen Flemming Stone Scholarship — 2023, 2025


AP Drawing student awarded “Perfect” Score, College Board — 2023


Founder & Sponsor, NAHS Chapter, North Oconee HS — 2006–Present


Co-Chair, NAHS Annual Convention, University of Georgia — 2015


Organizer, AP Student Exhibition, High Museum of Art, Atlanta — 2008–2011


Sponsor, Student League of Artists — 2007–Present