Residencies

The Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre would like to invite you for a special Artist Talk and to view the work created by our February Artist-in-Residence, Rhys Douglas Farrell.

The event takes place at the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre on Sunday, February 23. Doors will open at 2 pm with light snacks and drinks provided by KOAC. His talk will take place at 2:30 pm, and there will be time to view his work until the conclusion of the reception at 4 pm.

Rhys is joining KOAC for a month-long studio residency in February. The Artist in Residence program was inspired by Katie Ohe, one of the founders of KOAC, who has produced a remarkable body of work over her 60+ year career! Katie is a renowned artist, well known for both her sculpture work and bright, bold silkscreen prints, and Rhys continues to be inspired by her work. Reflecting on this opportunity, Rhys shared, “Throughout Ohe's career she has created many works that coincide with my interests in color, pattern and optical art. Therefore this opportunity will have a phenomenal impact on my artistic practice and research.”

While in residence, Rhys will develop a new body of work, sharing his research and creative process along the way. Engaging with the community, sharing his interests and ideas, as well as providing a unique experience for each viewer is an important aspect of his practice as an artist - he shares, “it is why I make art.” Throughout his residency, Rhys will explore the colours and patterns at the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre to develop a new exciting body of work inspired by his surroundings. We can’t wait to see his new creations bound to be infused with optical curiosity!

To RSVP and for more information, please visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-artist-talk-with-rhys-douglas-farrell

KOAC Website: www.koartscentre.org

Rhys Douglas Farrell Website: www.itsxyz.com

Application Deadline February 26, 2025

Program Dates May 23, 2025 - Jun 06, 2025

Overview  

Twenty selected participants will have the unique opportunity to study with world-class piano faculty, engage meaningfully with both mentors and peers, and practice in the inspiring setting of the Banff Centre, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rockies.

Art of the Piano seeks well-rounded, advanced pianists who are confident in public speaking and eager to embrace and draw inspiration from their natural surroundings.

Description

Define your artistic vision, enhance your performance confidence, and advance your career through:

• A one-on one mentorship lesson with each of the internationally renowned faculty.
• Masterclasses
• Faculty-led workshops.
• Showcase of learnings.
• Recordings of participant performances will be available.
• Faculty concerts
• 24-hour access to a studio.

Requirements

The program is open to national and international advanced pianists who have completed or are in the process of post-secondary studies, or equivalent, in piano performance. 

Qualifications include ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) Diploma and above, and RCM (Royal Conservatory of Music) ARCT and above.

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Dates

Application Deadline: March 5, 2025
Program Dates: August 18 - August 29, 2025

Overview  

Summer Writers is a self-directed residency that provides writers with the time and space to focus on their work away from the constraints of everyday life. During the residency, writers can take advantage of one-on-one mentorship opportunities with faculty as well as a community of artistic peers. 
Faculty include Dr. Douglas Kearney, Dr. Holly Melgard, Dr. Eric Sneathen and professional guest Hazel Millar (Book*hug Press). 

Description

This two-week self-directed residency offers time and space for writers to focus, reconnect, and re-energize their writing practice. In addition to a single room and a small private studio, writers will be able to engage with other writers on the program.
As a flexible self-guided program with optional elements, the Summer Writers residency allows participants to choose the amount of support they are looking for. 
Optional program elements include:

• talks from faculty members Dr. Holly Melgard, Dr. Eric Sneathen, Dr. Douglas Kearney, and professional guest Hazel Millar (Book*hug Press).
• Q & A sessions. 
• public readings.
• one-on-one mentoring with faculty to discuss ideas, experiences, and writing obstacles.

Requirements

The program is designed for established writers with a proven publication record seeking a period of dedicated time to work on a project in any genre. Participants will benefit most if they are comfortable working autonomously in an unstructured environment. 
This program is not open to:

• applicants who have taken part in a Banff Centre residency in the last year.
• current faculty members of any other Banff Centre programming.

This program is run in English and only accepts projects that are being written in English. English is the language of Banff Centre correspondence.

For more infrormation and to apply.

Dates

Application Deadline: April 16, 2025
Program Dates: September 08 - September 19, 2025

Overview  

Science Fiction is a self-directed residency that provides writers with the time and space to focus on their work away from the constraints of everyday life. During the two-week residency science fiction writers can take advantage of one-on-one mentorship opportunities with faculty, group discussions, and a community of artistic peers.
Faculty include Premee Mohamed, Ai Jiang, Amal El-Mohtar, and professional guest Ali Fisher.

Description

This two-week self-directed residency provides participants with individual accommodation and a small private studio for writers to focus, reconnect, and re-energize their writing practice. In addition, participants will be able to engage with other science fiction writers on the program.
As a flexible self-directed program with optional elements, the Science Fiction residency allows you to choose the amount of support you are looking for. 
Optional program elements include:

• thematic teachings from science fiction specialists Premee Mohamed, Ai Jiang, Amal El-Mohtar, and professional guest Ali Fisher.
• one-on-one mentoring sessions with faculty to discuss ideas, experiences and obstacles.
• Q & A sessions. 
• public readings.
• workshops to discuss useful techniques, devices and aspects.

Requirements

The residency is designed to cater to experienced, professional writers with a publication record looking to explore the future of Science Fiction writing and focus on works in progress.
Participants will benefit most if they are comfortable working autonomously in an unstructured environment. The residency suits those focused on:

• working on a specific project.
• creating new works.

This program is run in English and only accepts projects that are being written in English. English is the language of Banff Centre correspondence.

For more information and to apply.

Dates

Application Deadline: February 26, 2025
Program Dates: July 22 – August 21, 2025

Overview  

Early Career Banff Artist in Residence (BAiR) Summer 2025 is an immersive program of studio practice, creative exploration, critical feedback, and mentorship for visual artists and curators in the early stages of their careers. 
Open to visual artists and curators working in all visual arts mediums, this program combines the artistic freedom of a self-directed residency with the benefits of technical and faculty support. As well as having the space to create, research, and experiment, participants are part of a community of emerging artists committed to developing and expanding their practice.

Description

Participants in this residency will be supported with:

• lectures.
• workshops.
• feedback from experienced faculty members who will be available for both group and one-on-one consultations.

Artists are provided with a studio, as well as targeted access to our extensive facilities. This includes:

• access to personal studio spaces equipped for creative work, available 24/7, providing a dedicated environment for artistic expression.
• targeted access to shared production facilities and knowledgeable staff who are available to provide technical assistance and support.

Requirements

This residency is for individual artists and collaborative groups (of no more than two) 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. 

The program is designed to cater to visual artists at the early stage of their artistic careers, providing them with tailored opportunities for professional development and creative growth, including:

• ceramicists.
• curators.
• painters.
• paper artists.
• photographers.
• print-makers.
• sculptors.

Participants will benefit most if they are comfortable working autonomously in an unstructured environment. The program suits those focused on:

• working on a specific project.
• creating new works.

Priority will be given to artists who have completed relevant training within five years and who have not previously attended a Visual Arts residency at Banff Centre.
For more information and to apply.