Application 2026/2027 Announcement
Arts Habitat Edmonton (AHE) has observed that in addition to providing a sponsored space, many Garage Studio resident artists and artist groups require the assistance of a project grant to put time and resources towards creating in the space. To further support this creative exploration, AHE is partnering with the Edmonton Arts Council (EAC) for a pilot program. This year, AHE and EAC are testing a new process that shortlists artists already funded by the EAC as possible users of the Garage Studio at ArtsHub McLuhan House. During the planned 2026-2027 residency at the ArtsHub McLuhan House Garage Studio, AHE will sponsor the studio space, while the EAC will select an artist who has already received an EAC project grant and work is suited for the space.
What Is The ArtsHub McLuhan House Garage Studio Program?
Since 2016, Arts Habitat has sponsored this annual program offering one artist or artist collective access to the 540-square-foot ArtsHub McLuhan House Garage Studio in the Highlands community. The selected artist(s) have full-time, private access to this working space for a calendar year at no charge.
This year we are excited to celebrate our 10th residency. To learn more about previous residents and their work please view the Garage Studio Previous Artists Directory.
What Art Disciplines Is The Garage Studio Space Suited For?
The program encourages submissions from local artists of all disciplines, including, but not limited to:
- visual art
- craft
- multi-disciplinary practice
- design
- dance
- media art
- performance
- theatre
- photography
- sculpture
- music
- video
- literary art
Garage Studio Space Details
The artist or artist group will have private access to a 540-square-foot Garage Studio space with:
- Overhead garage door
- Cupboards
- Workbench
- Radiant heater
The Garage Studio has no running water, however, the resident has access to ArtsHub McLuhan House’s basement utility sink, main floor kitchen, and washroom facilities.
- Minor alterations to the space are allowed with permission.
- Noise limitations are in effect between 11 pm and 9 am.
- The use of the studio space includes free utilities.
- Artist fees, materials, and supplies are not provided by Arts Habitat.
- The Garage Studio is barrier-free and accessible at grade, however, ArtsHub McLuhan House is not wheelchair accessible at this time.
This is not a live-in residency, and the successful artist or group will not be compensated beyond free studio space.
