Art & research residency.

A three week creative residency hidden in the mountains of Kananaskis offering a free stay in a cabin.

Apply for 2027

Time for your work.

Take time to write a book, work on a song, finish a painting, or develop a research idea.

Oesa’s residency brings independent creative work into the setting of a working ranch. Spend time on the land, develop your practice, and share your work or research with the Banff community.

Where: Star 6 Ranch, Kananaskis, Alberta
When: 2027 between March and November
Cost: Free accommodation and studio space

Plan for your own food, travel, materials, and personal expenses. Dates, facilities, and participation arrangements will be discussed with you before a stay is confirmed.

Applications open / 2027

Tell us what you’re making.

You don’t need a finished project to apply. Tell us about your practice, your idea, and when you’d like to join us.

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Review your application.

Check your answers below. When you’re ready, submit your application to Oesa. You can also go back to edit or download a copy.

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