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Barbara Spohr Memorial Award for Photography 2027 (Banff Centre)

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The Barbara Spohr Memorial Award for Photography provides financial and creative assistance to a mid-career Canadian artist.

DEADLINE: June 17, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Sama-Sama Video Launch and Art Exhibit on Anti-Racism

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Sharing stories and experiences of anti-racism in Alberta and perspectives on how to raise awareness and act together towards a more inclusive future.

DEADLINE: April 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Spring It On (Alberta Printmakers)

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Want to do something for mom? How about have an afternoon of printing cards together?

DEADLINE: May 9, 2026 - 4:00 pm

Bloom Opening Party & Exhibition

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Canadian artist Brandi Hofer presents Bloom, Everything is Temporary, a new exhibition exploring themes of impermanence, transformation, and emotional memory through layered mixed-media portraiture.

DEADLINE: July 24, 2026 - 4:00 pm

Printmaking Sampler

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Join Alberta Printmakers to learn 4 different print techniques! No experience required!

DEADLINE: May 23, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Call for Workshop Proposals 

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Alberta Craft is seeking artists to lead engaging, hands-on, craft-focused workshops

DEADLINE: May 15, 2026 - 11:59 pm

Work of the Week celebrates World Art Day 2026

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World Art Day, observed on April 15, is a celebration to promote the development, diffusion and enjoyment of art.

LAYERS: The 2026 MacEwan Design Portfolio Show

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On behalf of the MacEwan University Design program, we are pleased to invite you to the Opening Reception of our annual Portfolio Show and to introduce this year's graduating class to the Edmonton design community.

DEADLINE: May 9, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Call for Mural Artists (Strathcona County)

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Strathcona County is seeking an artist or artist team to design and paint a large-scale exterior mural on a freestanding cinder block skate shack / washroom / concession building located at the centre of Sherwood Heights Multi-Sport Park in Sherwood Park.

DEADLINE: June 4, 2026 - 11:59 pm

Meet Our New Emerging Curator: Natalie Gerber

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We are thrilled to introduce Natalie Gerber as the new Alberta Foundation for the Arts’ Emerging Curator.