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LAYERS: The 2026 MacEwan Design Portfolio Show
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On behalf of the MacEwan University Design program, we are pleased to invite you to the Opening Reception of our annual Portfolio Show and to introduce this year's graduating class to the Edmonton design community.
DEADLINE: May 9, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Call for Mural Artists (Strathcona County)
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Strathcona County is seeking an artist or artist team to design and paint a large-scale exterior mural on a freestanding cinder block skate shack / washroom / concession building located at the centre of Sherwood Heights Multi-Sport Park in Sherwood Park.
DEADLINE: June 4, 2026 - 11:59 pm
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.
Whisper of the Depths
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“Whisper of the Depths” is a series of oil paintings exploring the most important matters of life and death.
DEADLINE: July 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Work of the Week: Remembering Eric Cameron
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Eric Cameron, a leading figure in contemporary art, passed away on January 29, 2026 at the age of 90.
Workshop: Introduction to Etching
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Alberta Printmakers is offering a workshop on traditional etching methods!
DEADLINE: May 5, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Meet AFA Board Member Jason O’Connor
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The AFA welcomes Métis visual artist, Jason O’Connor to the AFA Board of Directors.
Exhibition Opening: David Garneau - Dark Chapters and Reading the Ruins
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Join us for an exhibition opening for Canadian Métis artist and scholar, David Garneau.
DEADLINE: August 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Photos: Opening Reception of TREX: Art on the Move
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Take a look back at the February 19 opening reception for TREX: Art on the Move featuring Montageries.
2026 SAAG Arts Writing Prize Call for Submissions
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The SAAG is seeking submissions for its 15th annual writing prize, celebrating the work of emerging arts writers and critics
DEADLINE: April 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm