Creative Combat Call for Artists Form

artsPlace is located on the land of the Treaty 7 people. In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Canmore area, known as “Chuwapchipchiyan Kudi Bi”, as the traditional territories of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney First Nations), the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Rocky View District of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government (District 4).

We strongly encourage new and established artists of all backgrounds, experiences, and

abilities to apply. artsPlace is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and supportive

culture where everyone can contribute, thrive, and grow.

We are dedicated to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.

If you need support during the application process, in the lead-up to the event, or on the day

itself, we’re happy to work with you: contact us at 403-609-2623 (ext 105) or donations@artsplacecanmore.com.

Please note applications will close at 12pm on Thursday May 21, 2026

Please visit our website for more information about the event: https://artsplacecanmore.com/get-involved/creativecombat-call-out

Name

First Name

Last Name

Pronouns (optional)

E-mail

Phone Number

Are you:

Full-time or Part-time Bow Valley resident?18 years of age or older?Able to create a painting in 20 minutes? (mediums allowed: acrylic paint, charcoal, pastels, stencils)Have you attached 4 images of your artwork, plus 1 piece created in 20 minutes?

As we strive to remove barriers for any interested artist we would like to understand if you identify as part of a group that often faces barriers (for example: because of income, gender, culture, language, age, disability, or other reasons?)

This question is optional, and your answer will be kept private.

yesno

If you replied yes to the above question, please share a little bit about yourself. How can we support you during the event or the time leading up to it?

We want to hear from you and will do our best to match your needs.
The list below is only some examples of assistance we can provide: child minding, interpretation, transportation (reimbursement for bus tickets, or other support as needed), space for practicing, art supplies, technical support with application, noise-cancelling headphones, sensory tools/toys, free ticket for an aide for people requiring assistance, or support service.

Please upload 1 image of a painting you have done in 20 minutes. This image should be approximately 1 MB in size. All images should be labelled: Firstname_Lastname_Title_Medium_Size. The size should be inches x inches.

20 minute piece - Title of artwork

20 minute piece - Medium

20 minute piece - size (inches x inches)

Please upload 4 images of additional paintings below. This image should be approximately 1 MB in size. All images should be labelled: Firstname_Lastname_Title_Medium_Size. The size should be inches x inches.

Image 1

Image 1 - Title of artwork

Image 1 - Medium

Image 1 - size (inches x inches)

Image 2

Image 2 - Title of artwork

Image 2 - Medium

Image 2 - size (inches x inches)

Image 3

Image 3 - Title of artwork

Image 3 - Medium

Image 3 - size (inches x inches)

Image 4

Image 4 - Title of artwork

Image 4 - Medium

Image 4 - size (inches x inches)

If you have any questions about the application process, want to learn more about the Creative Combat event, or need help completing this form, please reach out to us - 403-609-2623 (ext 105) or donations@artsplacecanmore.com.

perrine@artsplacecanmore.com