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After Hours Artist Talk: A Branch of Flowering Plum

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On June 18 at the AFA art house in Calgary, artist Natali Rodrigues will speak about both her art practice and her teaching practice.

DEADLINE: June 18, 2026 - 7:00 pm

Artist Spotlight: Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild

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Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild shares the inspiration behind her artwork, in particular the dolls she makes. During National Indigenous History Month, the AFA is proud to celebrate Alaynee’s artistic practice and its connection with her family history.

The AFA is looking for Community Connectors!

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Apply to be a Community Connector by June 22.

DEADLINE: June 22, 2026 - 11:59 pm

AFA grant work shop in YYC!

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The AFA is hosting a free grant writing workshop at the AFA art house.

DEADLINE: July 25, 2026 - 1:00 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.

Remembering Horst Schmid, former Alberta Minister of Culture

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Horst Schmid passed away April 4, 2026 at the age of 92.

Work of the week welcomes Easter and announces AFA Office Closure

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In observance of the Easter holiday, our AFA offices in Edmonton and the AFA art house will be closed.

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.

Investing in Alberta’s creative capital | Investissement dans le capital créatif de l’Alberta

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Budget 2026 delivers a third consecutive year of record-breaking arts funding to diversify the economy and strengthen Alberta’s artistic landscape.

Artist Profile: Sonja Jarrett

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Sonja Jarrett is a filmmaker from Slave Lake who wrote, directed, and produced her movie “Tough Love” with the support of AFA funding.