Eligibility

Early Career refers to artists who are new, just entering, or in the early stages of their professional practice. This residency is for individual artists or duos who have: completed formal training in visual arts at the post-secondary level; or equivalent experience and recognition from their peers acquired through traditional knowledge and practices. Applications from those close to completing formal training, averaging up to five years of professional practice will be considered. The program is designed to cater to early career visual artists including, but not limited to, work in: ceramics digital media painting drawing printmaking papermaking photography sculpture and installation Participants will benefit most if they are comfortable working autonomously in an unstructured environment. Applicants must be 18+ at the program start date. Domestic and international applications are welcome.

Number of Participants

18

Deadline

August 27, 2025 06:00 UTC

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

October 22, 2025 06:00 UTC

Duration

March 02, 2026 - April 03, 2026

Costs

• CA$65.00 application fee
• CA$8,831.00 program fee (one-time)

Facilities

Alternative Processes Darkroom, Ceramic Facility, Computer Lab, Darkroom, Desk Space, Fabrication Lab, Film Editing Suite, Individual Studio, Installation Space, Large Format Printers, Library, Print Shop, Sculpture Facility, Wood Shop

Housing

Hotel

Meals

Dinner, Lunch

Public Programs

Discussion, Mentors, Open Studios, Self-Directed

Disciplines

Ceramics, Digital Media, Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture

Languages

English

Program Description

Early Career Banff Artist in Residence 2026 is an immersive program of studio practice, creative exploration, critical feedback, and mentorship for visual artists in the early stages of their careers. Open to artists working in all visual arts mediums, this program is faculty-led while providing space, time, and support towards the development of an agreed-upon studio project. As well as having the opportunity to research, experiment, and create, participants are part of a community of emerging artists committed to developing and expanding their practice. They will participate in faculty-led conversations around the contexts that artists establish for the production and presentation of their work. This program is designed for participation over the entire program period. Variable dates will not be considered. Scholarships available. For more information and to apply: https://bit.ly/3FLCUv3