Eligibility

This program welcomes Indigenous visual artists with traditional and/or contemporary arts practices interested in hide-tanning processes. Groups of 2 collaborators are welcome to apply.

Number of Participants

This three-week introductory hide tanning residency immerses participants in the tools, techniques, and hands-on processes of hide scraping and tanning. Working alongside faculty and peers, participants will learn and practice each stage of the hide-tanning process, from removing flesh to scraping and tanning the hides. The residency includes an Open Studios event, where participants and faculty will have the chance to share works-in-progress with the public.

Deadline

May 06, 2026 18:00 UTC

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

June 15, 2026 06:00 UTC

Duration

September 14, 2026 - October 02, 2026

Funding

• CA$5,601.00 stipend (one-time)

Costs

• CA$35.00 application fee
• CA$5,601.00 program fee (one-time)

Housing

Private Room

Meals

Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Public Programs

Community Engagement , Discussion, Mentors, Open Studios, Retreat, Visiting Professionals, Workshops

Disciplines

Crafts & Trades

Program Description

This residency weaves together practical skill-building with cultural learning, offering participants the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of traditional hide tanning practices through: Cultural learning circles led by guest faculty to further develop knowledge on traditional practices. Time to engage with faculty and artists and have access to a Glyde Hall for self-directed time to build on workshop teachings. Sharing of different approaches and techniques through faculty led workshops, peer-to-peer circles and artist workshops. Convening and conversation of artistic and cultural practices connected to their art forms. Participation and experimentation. Connection to place - strengthening connection to territory through program framework: program welcome and closing circles.