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Month-long self-directed residency at Banff Centre's Crich Studio for one mid-career Canadian photographer. Includes 24/7 access to a private black and white analogue darkroom, facilitated access to digital print production, and technical support from the photography facilitator. Supports independent research, creative exploration, and project development across analogue, digital, and alternative photographic processes such as cyanotype. The program is fully funded: 100% scholarship covering tuition, single accommodation, meal plan ($68/day credit), travel bursary, and $1,000 CAD materials allowance.
Career Stage
Geographic Eligibility
Eligible Countries
Disciplines
Age Requirements
18+ years old
Applicant Type
Individual artists only
Additional Requirements
Two-page resume or CV; artist statement (max 500 words, 1-2 paragraphs); 500-word project proposal including theme, materials/facilities outline, and timeline breakdown; technical questionnaire (via SlideRoom); portfolio PDF with up to 10 work samples with captions.
Note
Open to Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents, or those eligible under the Jay Treaty. Must be 18+ at program start. Mid-career defined as 8-15 years of professional arts experience with minimum 10 exhibitions in professional contexts (artist-run centres, public art galleries, recognized photo festivals). Previous recipients are not eligible.
Overview
Fully funded: 100% scholarship covering tuition ($7,600.95 value), single accommodation, meal plan ($68/day), travel bursary, and $1,000 CAD materials allowance.
Amount
CA$1,000 - CA$1,000
Includes
Detailed Breakdown
$1,000 CAD materials allowance issued as a cheque directly to the awardee. Travel bursary included with regional maximums (recipient books own travel). Meal plan equivalent to $68 CAD credit per day.
Adjudication panel of internal and external assessors. Criteria: artistic merit and originality, demonstrated skills and experience, clarity of goals, suitability for self-directed environment, feasibility within facilities and timeframe.
Evaluation Criteria
Deadline
June 18, 2026
Program Dates
January 18, 2027– February 12, 2027
What's Provided
Housing Provided
Single bedroom on Banff Centre campus for the full program duration.
Travel Support
Travel bursary included. Regional maximums apply. Recipient must book their own travel.
Materials Budget
$1,000 CAD in supplies. Cheque issued directly to awardee. Limited darkroom supplies available for purchase on-site.
Studio Access
24/7 access to the Crich Studio, a Leighton Artist Studio with private black and white analogue darkroom facilities and facilitated access to digital print production.
Accessibility
Studio is wheelchair accessible; darkroom facilities are not. Wheelchair accessible accommodation available upon request.
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