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Harcourt House Party Fundraiser

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Join us for the Harcourt House Party Fundraiser September 26, 2026 and help support the artists, programs, and creative community that make Harcourt House a pillar of the Edmonton art scene!

DEADLINE: September 26, 2026 - 4:00 pm

Work of the Week: Jim Logan

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The Requiems: Jim Logan exhibition is on display at Ottawa’s SAW Centre until August 15, 2026.

Odd Objects: Things We Believe In - TREX SW Exhibition

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Featuring the whimsical work of artists Mantis Mei, Teresa Tam, and Pamela Vickerson, this exhibition showcases both the humorous and sentimental relationships we have with the objects we love. Curated by Levin Ifko. TREX Southwest

Alberta artists Chris Cran and Vicki Adams Willis named to the Order of Canada

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The AFA is proud to have supported Chris Cran and Vicki Adams Willis throughout their careers.

Arts in Focus - Quickdraw Animation Society | Celebrating Pride in the Arts

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Quickdraw Animation Society is Calgary’s home for independent animation. Learn more about their LGBTQ2S+ Animation History Project, which examines queer representation in animation.

Artist Spotlight: Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild

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Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild shares the inspiration behind her artwork, in particular the dolls she makes. During National Indigenous History Month, the AFA is proud to celebrate Alaynee’s artistic practice and its connection with her family history.

Work of the Week: Ron Myren

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We’re proud to feature artwork by Ron Myren, after his former home was designated a municipal historic resource by the City of Edmonton.

Work of the week celebrates World Art Day 2026

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World Art Day, observed on April 15, is a celebration to promote the development, diffusion and enjoyment of art.

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.

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.