Who Can Apply: Artists of all backgrounds and career stages, including self-taught artists; experimental practices and under-represented artists are especially encouraged. International applicants are accepted but pay their own travel and shipping.
The Focus: Exhibition proposals for the Project Gallery (396 sq ft) of an artist-run centre in Kelowna, BC, for its 2028/2029 schedule, with an emphasis on experimental contemporary work.
The Funding: The artist receives CARFAC Category 1 exhibition royalties (amount not stated), plus installation help, photo documentation and letters of support for funding applications; in exceptional cases the centre may help with production expenses.
Key Requirements: One PDF named LAST NAME_FIRST NAME.pdf uploaded through the online Main and Project Gallery Submission Form: practice overview (max 500 words), project overview (max 300 words), CV (max 3 pages per artist), image list with any video links/passwords, up to 20 portfolio images (one per page), and an optional production budget. Deadline: midnight, March 16, 2027; results by September 30, 2027.
DeadlineTuesday, March 16, 2027
AwardThe artist receives exhibition royalties (artist fees) per the current CARFAC Fee Schedule (Category 1); the dollar amount is not stated on the page.
Program dates2028/2029 exhibition schedule
LocationKelowna, BC, Canada
Open toArtists worldwide
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesAll Stages
Application notesSubmit one PDF (LAST NAME_FIRST NAME.pdf) through the online Main and Project Gallery Submission Form. Applications received after March 16, 2027 are kept for future consideration. Offsite exhibitions are considered (confirmed letters of support from the venue are strongly encouraged). International applicants must cover their own travel and shipping. Questions and accessibility accommodations: info@alternatorcentre.com.