Leighton Artist Studio Residency: Photography 2027-28

Eligibility

Requires proven experience working in an analogue darkroom facility

Leighton Artist Studio Residency: Photography 2027-28 Deadline: 14 Oct 2026 Country: Canada Spend two to six weeks in The Crich Photography Studio — your own private studio with a black-and-white darkroom, digital photography setup, and mountain views. Designed for self-directed projects, this competitive program gives creative professionals the time, space, and focus to advance their work in analogue, digital, or select alternative processes. Whether pursuing research creation, exploration, or project development, participants can work in focused solitude or engage with Banff Centre’s vibrant artistic community, all within an inspiring mountain setting. This self-directed residency is unique in offering private use of The Crich Photography Studio which best supports projects involving: • Black and white analogue photography (Film development, processing, and printing) • Digital photography • Some alternative processes including cyanotype The residency is designed for independent work and does not include production support, technical assistance, or access to additional specialized facilities (i.e, colour darkroom, or digital printing access is not available). Residents are responsible for bringing all materials, equipment, and supplies required for their project. Please note: The Crich Photography Studio is located in the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed building, separate from the other Leighton Studios. The studio is wheelchair accessible, however the darkroom facilities are not. If you require wheelchair-accessible accommodation, please contact us to discuss available options. Duration of residency One to two weeks. Accommodation Private hotel room on campus. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance This residency is open to individual creative professionals with: a demonstrated record of accomplishment a clearly defined project. proven knowledge and experience working in an analogue darkroom facility Applicants will benefit most if they are comfortable working autonomously in an unstructured environment. The residency is best suited for those who: work independently without production support, equipment rentals, or access to specialized production facilities have a project that fits within the footprint of The Crich Photography Studio provide all materials, equipment, and supplies required for their project.Studio / Workspace Private studio.Fees and support Total Program Fee per 1 week residency: $1 729.35 Banff Centre Arts Scholarship applied per 1 week residency: $727.97 Participant Cost per 1 week residency*: $1 001.39 The above fees are for the minimum 1 week residency. Longer residencies are calculated upon acceptance. Application Fee $65 for individuals, $35 for applicants who identify as Indigenous. This non-refundable fee covers the full cost of processing your application, including the SlideRoom fee. Expectations towards the artist N/A Application information For more information and to apply: http://url.banffcentre.ca/bh0Nrr

How to apply

Apply via SlideRoom through the link provided; application fee is non-refundable and covers processing.