Call for Artists: Residency
Sparrow Artspace
Residency dates: 6-week residency, May 18 – June 30, 2026
Open to: Calgary-based artists
Application due: July 31, 2025
Preference is given to applicants of two (2) or more people who apply together in collaboration.
Sparrow Artspace provides space (approx 700 sq. ft.) to artists for exhibition, studio, workshops, performances or installation on a full monthly basis. Residency does not include accommodations/living space or travel expenses. We are currently only accepting applications from the Calgary area. If you live outside of this area, you can apply if you are applying with someone who lives locally.
Sparrow values creativity, community and collaboration:
Creativity: The artists in residence will explore their own creativity as well as inspire and potentially nurture the creativity of anyone who walks into the space.
Collaboration: residencies are for two or more artists. Sparrow provides a space for something new to emerge when artists work together — either in a collaborative piece or simply by working side by side. Artists can apply as an individual if they are open to Sparrow looking for another artist to collaborate with.
Community: We encourage artists-in-residence to reach out to the community in a way that is unique to them. Sparrow aspires to be a community hub where everyone belongs and can explore their own creativity. We also invite past artists-in-residence back into the space for workshops and events as well as other artists in the community.
We encourage applications from candidates who identify as part of racialized, Indigenous, and/or 2SLGBTQ+ communities. Art Organizations are welcome to apply.
Please go to our website for all the details and the application form here!
