Leighton Artist Studio Residency: Photography 2027-28 (Banff Centre)

Application deadline: October 14, 2026
For more information and to apply.

This self-directed residency is unique in offering private use of The Crich Photography Studio which best supports projects involving: 

• Black and white analogue photography (Film development, processing, and printing)
• Digital photography
• Some alternative processes including cyanotype

The residency is designed for independent work and does not include production support, technical assistance, or access to additional specialized facilities (i.e, colour darkroom, or digital printing access is not available). Residents are responsible for bringing all materials, equipment, and supplies required for their project.

Please note: The Crich Photography Studio is located in the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed building, separate from the other Leighton Studios. The studio is wheelchair accessible, however the darkroom facilities are not. If you require wheelchair-accessible accommodation, please contact us to discuss available options.

Dates

Residencies can be a minimum of two weeks and a maximum of six weeks, with proposed dates starting on a Monday and ending on a Friday and arrival on the Sunday before and departure on the Saturday after.

As part of the application, you will be asked to identify your preferred residency dates from within the available date ranges listed below. Please select dates that align with your availability and project timeline.

Available date ranges:

• April 5 – June 18, 2027
• July 5 – December 10, 2027
• February 14 – March 31, 2028

Residency dates and studio assignments will be determined based on studio availability, technical requirements, and Banff Centre’s ability to support the specific needs of each project.

Requirements

This residency is open to individual creative professionals with:

• a demonstrated record of accomplishment
• a clearly defined project.
• proven knowledge and experience working in an analogue darkroom facility

Applicants will benefit most if they are comfortable working autonomously in an unstructured environment. The residency is best suited for those who:

• work independently without production support, equipment rentals, or access to specialized production facilities
• have a project that fits within the footprint of The Crich Photography Studio
• provide all materials, equipment, and supplies required for their project.