Alberta Foundation for the ArtsotherHybrid
Alberta Foundation for the Arts Art Acquisitions by Application
- Who Can Apply: Alberta resident professional artists (individuals or ensembles) who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or Protected Persons with an open work or study permit; not enrolled in formal art training, with at least one full calendar year since graduation. Galleries/agents may apply on behalf of an eligible artist.
- The Focus: Purchase of original physical visual artworks created within the last five years for the permanent AFA Art Collection.
- The Funding: Artworks purchased at fair market value (amount not stated).
- Key Requirements: GATE online application with artist biography (300–500 words), CV/resume, per-artwork artist statement and exhibition history, artwork details (title, date, medium, dimensions, price), and up to 20 digital photographs (4 MB max each); up to five artworks per application.
DeadlineThursday, April 1, 2027
LocationEdmonton, Alberta
ParticipationHybrid
DisciplinesVisual arts, Indigenous arts, Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Printmaking, Ceramics, Textiles, Jewelry
Application notesFirst-time GATE users must register at least five business days before the deadline. Only one application per artist per annual intake (first received is reviewed); up to five artworks may be submitted in a single application. Shortlisted works must be delivered to a depot in Edmonton or Calgary at the applicant's own expense. Artworks must be original, produced within the last five years, display-ready, and in good condition.
ContactAFA.artacquisition@gov.ab.ca
Alberta Foundation for the Arts
Organization based in Edmonton