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New Exhibition: Visible Storage — Richard Clements

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Richard Clements’ Visible Storage explores how language, perception, and cultural beliefs shape our understanding of reality, history, and the world around us through sculptures made from diverse materials. The exhibition runs November 16, 2026, to January 31, 2027, at The Underground Gallery at Fluevog Calgary.

DEADLINE: January 31, 2027 - 5:00 pm

Call for Exhibition Proposals - Alberta Printmakers Main Gallery

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Alberta Printmakers (A/P) invites artists who incorporate printmaking within their practice to apply for a solo exhibition in our Main Gallery.

DEADLINE: January 15, 2027 - 5:00 pm

Work of the Week: Remembrance Day and Indigenous Veterans Day 2026

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To recognize Indigenous Veterans Day (Nov 8) and Remembrance Day (Nov 11), we respectfully present our featured artwork, Soldiers/Penn Station by Stanford Perrott.

Opening Reception and Artist Talk: Salinlahi: Generations by Ursula Handleigh and Mary Escano

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The public is invited to attend a special artist talk and reception on Saturday, November 21 at 1 pm at Gallery@501 (#120, 501 Festival Avenue). This event and admission to the gallery are free.

DEADLINE: November 21, 2026 - 1:00 pm

VFX and Puppetry for Feature Film and TV 2027 (Banff Centre)

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Explore the future of screen storytelling through advanced training in puppetry, performance, visual effects, and digital character creation.

DEADLINE: January 6, 2027 - 5:00 pm

Request for Proposals: Town of Canmore Call for Art

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The Town of Canmore is seeking artists to create public art based on Stories of this Place: Welcoming, Gathering, Inclusion.

DEADLINE: February 12, 2027 - 11:59 pm

Request for Qualifications: Town of Canmore Call for Art

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The Town of Canmore is seeking artists to create a public art based on Stories of this Place: Welcoming, Gathering, Inclusion.

DEADLINE: January 15, 2027 - 11:59 pm

'Twas the Night - Alberta Craft Fundraiser

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Join Alberta Craft for festive holiday shopping, light snacks, a cash bar, door prizes, and gift wrapping to make your holiday season merry and bright!

DEADLINE: November 28, 2026 - 6:00 pm

Let It Snow

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Hello Calgary! Join us for our 9th annual fundraising party. Celebrate the season in great company while supporting the work of Alberta Artists!

DEADLINE: November 28, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Call for Submissions: Beacon Original Art

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Artists Wanted! Join Our Spring Art Exhibition & Sale on April 24 to 25, 2027.

DEADLINE: March 27, 2027 - 5:00 pm