Visual arts & new media

The Alberta Society of Artists invites all artists in Alberta (must be 18 years of age or older) to submit to the exhibition, Nostalgia – Chasing Yesterday. 

“Nostalgia is a sentimental longing for the past—its people, places, events, and possibilities. What triggers this yearning? Is it the scent of something familiar, the sound of an old song, or perhaps a weathered photograph? Were the "good old days" truly as perfect as we remember, or do the mists of time cloud our perception? In an ever-evolving world, nostalgia can offer comfort and a sense of belonging, but does it also keep us tethered to what once was? Can revisiting the past help us better understand and shape the future? What does nostalgia feel like to you? Is it an abstract emotion conveyed through shape, color, and texture, or does it manifest as a tangible memory, an image frozen in time? We encourage you to explore nostalgia in its many forms—whether it’s a glimpse of a moment from the past or a deeper emotional reflection on how those moments continue to shape us today.”

 All artists, both emerging and established, working in all media including installation, sculpture, video or photography, fibre, painting, drawing, and mixed media are encouraged to apply. 

Deadline for Submissions: June 30, 2025 

For more information, go to www.albertasocietyofartists.com/2025-travelling-exhibitions. 

For questions on accepted media, please contact coordinator@albertasocietyofartists.com or call the Gallery at 403-265-0012. 

The Alberta Society of Artists is the oldest society of juried professional artists in the province, providing art education and exhibitions in public venues since 1931. The Society’s goal is to increase public awareness and appreciation of the visual arts in Alberta.

(Calgary, AB) The Alberta Society of Artists invites all artists in Alberta (must be 18 years of age or older) to submit to the exhibition, “Finding Joy in a Dystopian World”. “A dystopian world is one that often feels devoid of reason, a reflection of some of the struggles we face today. 

In such a world, how do we navigate without losing our sense of hope? Can we discover joy through the power of ideas, knowledge, and creativity? Is it possible to imagine a future where compassion, equality, and the resilient human spirit triumph over despair? We invite you to explore and express your vision: what brings you joy, inner peace, and hope in the face of adversity? How do you find light in the darkness? What can we learn from dystopia, and how can we shape a more hopeful future through art?” 

“This will be our reply to violence: to make music more intensely, more beautifully, more devotedly than ever before.” – Leonard Bernstein, on the occasion of the death of President John F. Kennedy.” All artists, both emerging and established, working in all media including installation, sculpture, video or photography, fibre, painting, drawing, and mixed media are encouraged to apply. 

Deadline for Submissions: June 30, 2025 For more information, go to www.albertasocietyofartists.com/2025-travelling-exhibitions. 

For questions on accepted media, please contact coordinator@albertasocietyofartists.com or call the Gallery at 403-265-0012. 

The Alberta Society of Artists is the oldest society of juried professional artists in the province, providing art education and exhibitions in public venues since 1931. The Society’s goal is to increase public awareness and appreciation of the visual arts in Alberta.

The Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre is pleased to invite you to an Artist Talk and reception showcasing the work of our March/April Artist-in-Residence, Anna Semenoff.

Sunday, April 27
Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre: 244034 Horizon View Road Calgary, AB T3Z 3M5

Doors open at 2 pm | Artist Talk at 2:30 pm | Reception until 4 pm
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Over the past two months, Anna has been in residence at KOAC, using the studio to explore sculptural interpretations of architectural arches. Her work considers the symbolic and structural roles of arches—as thresholds, as connectors, and as conduits for meaning.

“Arches, as architectural elements, are historically seen in windows, doors, tunnels, bridges—entrances and exits. They both connect and distinguish space, allowing one to cross over or pass through. Structurally, the arch seems to follow both logic and intuition, and my work aims to consider this overlap.” – Anna Semenoff

During the artist talk, Anna will speak about the concepts informing her practice, including:

• the influence of modern architecture on perception,
• the tensions between technological advancement and intuitive understanding,
• and how evolving structures shape our relationship to reality and meaning.

She reflects on how the lightness and clarity of modern architecture—often conveyed through glass—is structurally supported by hidden forces like reinforced concrete. This duality prompts broader questions.

Anna writes, "In my work, I consider ways in which technological evolutions enhance, and diminish our relationship with the world. Is it possible that the appearance of reality no longer lines up with an intuitive understanding of it? With a general and cultural assumption that anything is technologically possible, where does meaning come from?"

Join us for an afternoon of thoughtful conversation and a chance to view Anna's sculptural works in person.

RSVP via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-artist-talk-with-anna-semenoff

Learn more about KOAC: koartscentre.org
Explore Anna’s work: annasemenoff.com

To get to the artist talk, walk down the main pathway to Katie Ohe's studio, which is the first building on the left from the parking lot. 

You’re invited to join the Royal Alberta Museum at 2 pm on April 27 as they celebrate the arrival of Ukrainian Voice: A Legacy Mosaic.

This community celebration begins at 2 pm with brief remarks from Mosaic artist and project lead Larisa Sembaliuk Cheladyn, followed by a live performance by Edmonton’s Viter Ukrainian Dancers and Folk Choir. Join in as we proudly pay tribute to this project and legacy of Ukrainian people in Alberta, and Canada.

This event is included with your RAM general admission on April 27. 

For more information visit: https://www.royalalbertamuseum.ca/visit/galleries/changing-exhibitions/ukrainian-voice-legacy-mosaic

O2: The Breath Between ~ A Duo Art Show Experience

Experience the beauty and depth of the forest at Bay 1 Gallery’s latest duo exhibition, featuring works by Daniela Bahry and Karen McCallum. Their art captures the essence of nature—its serenity, mystery, and energy—through a contemporary lens. Like the pause between inhale and exhale, their work invites you into the quiet space where the forest breathes—where light shifts through the trees, wind stirs the leaves, and the space between welcomes us to roam.

Paired with the gallery’s fine wood furniture, the exhibition transforms the space into a modern woodland retreat. Join us for an evening of fine art, live music, light hors d'oeuvres, and specialty drinks and mocktails from the Bay 1 cash bar.

Opening Reception: Friday, May 2, 7 – 9 pm
Artists in Attendance: Saturday, May 3, 11 am – 2 pm
Exhibition Dates: May 2 – May 17, 2025

Reserve your spot via Eventbrite or email us at info@bay1gallery.com