Leighton Artist Studio Residency: Solo 26/27
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Application Deadline: October 29, 2025
Program Dates: April 6, 2026 – March 26, 2027
Program Duration: Minimum two weeks, maximum six weeks
Overview
A Leighton Studio Residency offers creative professionals two-to-six weeks of focused, self-directed time in private, purpose-built studios set in the forested surroundings of Banff Centre. This competitive program supports independent research, creative exploration, and project development, with the flexibility to work in solitude or engage with Banff Centre’s broader artistic community.
You will benefit from independent management of your time in residence, choosing when to focus, collaborate, explore and create.
Description
Leighton Studios are purpose-built, private workspaces designed to support a range of creative disciplines. Each studio offers a distinct environment, allowing applicants to indicate a preferred space that best supports their practice.
Writers and curators may prefer the Hemingway, Henriquez or Evamy studios—quiet, contemplative spaces designed for literary or research-based projects.
Musicians, composers, and songwriters may select the Valentine, Davidson or Cardinal studios, which accommodate solo composition or sound-based work.
Visual Artists, designers, animators, and filmmakers often choose the Thom or Gerin-Lajoie studios, which provide more space for physical creation and experimentation.
Learn more about each studio’s features and find the best fit for your project.
This residency is designed for independent work and does not include production support, technical assistance, or access to specialized facilities. Applicants are responsible for bringing all materials, equipment, and supplies required for their project.
For more information or to apply online visit Leighton Artist Studio Residency: Solo 26/27.
