Application Deadline May 06, 2026
Program Dates Sep 14, 2026 - Oct 02, 2026
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 Opportunity:
The Works Art & Design Festival is now accepting applications for the Work to Work Summer Internship Program. This full-time paid internship runs 30–40 hours per week from May to August 2026 and offers hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and real work in festival and exhibit production, marketing and communications, graphic design, curatorial work, and volunteer coordination, all while helping deliver one of Canada’s most exciting art and design festivals. Deadline to apply is March 13, 11:59 pm.
Art Hive Open Craft Studio | February 28, 2026: 10:00 am - 11:30 am | FREE (Drop-In)
Location: The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse 9351 118 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T5G 0N3
Art Hives are a global movement that create free community studios where anyone is welcome to be an artist. Drop by, discover materials, and create something unique to you at the Carrot!
Let Your Imagination Flow: Painting & Collage Workshop - with Gibril Bangura
February 25, 2026: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse 9351 118 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T5G 0N3
Sketch Night | February 24, 2026: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse 9351 118 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T5G 0N3
Looking for a supportive space to create art? Mingle with like-minded artists for a sketching session where you can work on projects, discuss new ideas, and unleash your creativity. Don’t forget to bring your own supplies and get ready to dive into the world of art with us!
Kindred Knits and Crochet Club | February 5, 2026: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm | FREE (Drop-In)
Location: The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse 9351 118 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T5G 0N3
BYOY (Bring your own yarn!) and needles and join a fibre arts circle to share ideas, patterns, and chat over coffee while working on your latest project! All skill levels (including newbies!) welcome.
Skills required for success:
