Lurking Above Exhibition Call
National accessArts Centre | Ash B
Application Deadline: November 20, 2025
In partnership with the National accessArts Centre, curator Ash B invites artists in all stages of their career to apply for the group exhibition, Lurking Above.
About the Exhibition
Lurking Above explores the complex experience of communication through the voices of artists who have felt othered by their vocal or expressive styles. When a voice doesn’t fit societal norms, communication can become an isolating experience. This exhibition highlights the stories, celebrations and challenges around the differences and intersections of how we communicate. Featuring artists whose unique voices and practices question what it means to be heard, to connect and to truly express oneself.
About the Curator
Ash B is an emerging artist and curator working in Calgary, Alberta. As a queer, disabled woman, she is interested in sharing the stories, histories and experiences of people who feel othered by society. Her approach to curating revolves around creating spaces where people feel comfortable sharing.
Ash B works out of the National accessArts Centre, where she has participated in professional track programs for two years. Through the NaAC, she completed a residency at Contemporary Calgary, and exhibited at Bow View Hall in the group show, Living Map.
This exhibition welcomes artists who:
- Work in drawing, painting, sculpture, craft, fibre, ceramics or video media
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Are in any stage of their career
Note: Priority will be given to artists working in Calgary and surrounding areas.
Important Dates:
- Submissions open September 5, 2025
- Deadline to apply is November 20, 2025
- Applicants will be contacted by December 11, 2025
- Exhibition opens February – May 2026 (exact dates TBD)
How to Apply
Submit your application via email to submissions@accessarts.ca.
Submit written responses in a single PDF document.
You may submit a video application (up to 5 minutes) instead of a written response.
Submit artwork or video files via WeTransfer to submissions@accessarts.ca.
In your application, please include the following:
- Artist Bio (2-4 sentences) briefly describing who you are as an artist.
- Artist Statement (3-6 sentences) describing the art that you make. You can include why you make the art, how you make the art, how you feel when you make art, and any art research that goes into your creative process.
- Up to ten images of your artwork or up to 3 minutes of a video work sample.
Please name your artwork files with the following format: artist name, date, materials, dimension or duration.
A one-page CV outlining your experience in the arts (optional).
If you have questions, please contact submissions@accessarts.ca.
