2026 EXPOSURE EVENTS
Join us in February for artist talks, workshops, and exhibition openings that promise to inspire, educate, and connect!
Explore our upcoming events below, or view the full list and calendar.
Featured image by Alec Soth, who will present an Artist Talk at the Central Library on February 28th. Presented by The Camera Store.
OPENING & CLOSING RECEPTIONS
Join us for the opening of What We See – a curated collection of 15 remarkable photographs, developed and curated by Neat Film Lab and printed by Royce Howland.
Mono/Mono: an Ode to Daidō, by David Marion. Capturing Japan with a 35mm camera, Marion channels Daidō Moriyama’s grainy, impulsive style. Printed by hand in black-and-white, these images evoke fleeting moments, unpolished and full of raw emotion.
Revisit one of Calgary’s most significant urban photography projects through a focused selection of fifteen large-scale works by Steve Speer. Remarks from the artist at 6:30pm.
Join us at The Little Gallery in the Arts Building and Parkade at the University of Calgary for the opening reception of our 1st exhibition with Exposure Alberta! The event will feature free appetizers and refreshments.
Cryoscapes explores the tension between fragility and force within Alberta’s winter landscapes. Shot on the frozen surface of Abraham Lake, these photos transform cracked ice, pressure ridges, and trapped methane bubbles into abstract forms.
Join us for an Exhibition Opening featuring presentations and artist talks by a selection of exhibiting Exposure photographers and curators.
Join us for a delightful evening at cSPACE where you will explore 4 floors of inspirational photography, live music & exciting conversation!
Join us for the opening of two Exposure Photography Festival exhibitions: Loop 14 by Nahanni McKay, and at the last judgement we will all be trees by Julya Hajnoczky.
Students of SAIT’s Darkroom come together for a second year showcasing their talent and commitment to black & white photography.
Join us as we celebrate the closing of a dynamic, open-studio residency.
Celebrate the opening night of MUSE 2026! Meet the photographers, explore the work, and enjoy food, drinks, and a DJ set. Opening night tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite.
ARTIST TALKS
Leighton Artist Studios presents an artist talk by Ryan Van Der Hout, recipient of the 2026 Barbara Spohr Memorial Award for Photography. They will share insights into an interdisciplinary practice spanning photography, stained glass, and sculpture.
Join us for an Exhibition Opening featuring presentations and artist talks by a selection of exhibiting Exposure photographers and curators.
Cryoscapes explores the tension between fragility and force within Alberta’s winter landscapes. Artist, Nigel Midwinter will share his experiences of shooting on Abraham Lake in winter through slides.
Stephen Chan presents his new photobook, Eau Claire Nowhere, which documents the liminal spaces and 90's aesthetic of Eau Claire Market, a dead mall in downtown Calgary. Moderated by Jessica Szeto.
Join Mireille Perron, Leia Guo and Cy Yang-Smith for a discussion on past and present Canadian cyanotypists. Co-sponsored by Nickle Galleries, University of Calgary and Calgary Arts Development.
Experience the most recent work of beloved local photographer & co-owner of The Camera Store, Julian Ferreira!
Join us at the Central Library for an editorial photography and fine-art talk by celebrated and world renowned photographer, Alec Soth!
Talking about how he has built long-lasting relationships within the Hutterite community and his practice of photographing sensitive stories, artist Tim Smith discusses his exhibit: In the world, but not of it.
WORKSHOPS
Meet fellow photographers, while making female friends who share your passions and interest!
Join us in person for a photography workshop focussed on digital capture and file management platforms, led by acclaimed photographer Scott Rowed.
Explore the world of cyanotype image-making with us in this experimental, camera-less process. Participants will work with coated paper, layering objects and transparencies to create compositions that respond to UV light.
Discover the foundations of B&W film photography through a hands-on, immersive session designed for beginners and returning film enthusiasts alike.
Expand your understanding of both Black & White and Colour films through a mix of technical insight and practical demonstrations.