Artist Opportunities

artsPlace works with hundreds of artists each year to deliver meaningful arts and culture programming and transformative experiences to Bow Valley residents and visitors. We always look to partner with professional and emerging artists on a variety of projects, whether it's teaching contracts, exhibition opportunities, performing possibilities, or mentorship programs.

Even if you don't see any opportunities listed below, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] to discuss how we could work together.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

Call for Submissions: artsPlace T-Shirt Design

We are looking for a creative person from the Bow Valley to design a logo for the 2025 Canmore Festival of Art and Creativity t-shirts as we celebrate 10 years of artsPlace in September!

This special anniversary marks a decade of bringing music, art, and community together, and we want the artwork to reflect our deep connection to the Bow Valley. Be a part of this special celebration.

Submission Deadline: May 23, 2025

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Creative Combat: Artist Call

Creative Combat is back — and we're calling on bold Bow Valley artists to step into the ring. Create an original artwork live in just 20 minutes and help support the arts in your community.

It takes courage to paint live in front of a crowd. But that’s exactly what makes Creative Combat so unique. Whether you're an emerging artist or an established professional, participating in the event is a chance to showcase your work to a supportive crowd of arts lovers and make connections that can help you grow your artistic practice.

Event date: Saturday, November 15, 2025.

Deadline to apply: May 23, 2025.

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Call for Community Exhibitions

Are you a professional artist, a hobbyist, or an emerging artist residing in the Bow Valley? If so, this call for submissions may be the perfect fit for you! Showcase your artwork in a gallery setting in 2026.

Bow Valley artists may apply for a Community Exhibition as an individual or together with others as a collective of community artists. The Bow Valley includes Lake Louise, Banff, Canmore, the M.D. of Bighorn, Kananaskis, and Mînî Thnî.

Submission Deadline: June 1, 2025

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RISE Emerging Artist Program

Are you in the early stages of your career (less than 5 years), do you have specialized training in your field (not necessarily gained in an academic institution), and have created a modest, independent body of work?

The aim of RISE is to cultivate Alberta’s emerging artists by pairing an exhibition opportunity with mentorship by artist professionals. Participating artists will build experience in exhibition design, installation, marketing and business skills and professional practice. This program will foster community awareness of contemporary arts and work to prepare emerging artists for a professional career in the arts.

The 2025 Call for RISE Emerging Artists is now closed. Look out for the 2026 call soon.

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