ABOUT US

Our Mission

The SPARK Disability Art Festival is a Calgary-wide celebration of creative self-expression by emerging and professional artists pan-disability. Founded in 2010, SPARK’s mission is to enhance the development of disability arts and culture both locally and globally through exhibition and advocacy. To do this, SPARK advances a creative vision of equality that explores the different themes and diverse aspects of the disability experience through visual art. Working with artists with visible and invisible disabilities, SPARK’s uniting politic is to foster Disability Pride.

Artist Information

Eligibility and How to Submit

Are you a Calgary artist with a disability?
Be a part of the SPARK Disability Art Festival and share your talents. SPARK is committed to equity and inclusion and supports artists who self-identify as Deaf, having a disability or living with mental health barriers. Visit this page to learn more about how to get involved.

Festival Information

Festival Archives, Presentations and Partners

Founded in 2010, the SPARK Disability Art Festival is Calgary's largest and longest running visual arts festival for persons with disabilities. Visit this page to learn more about previous SPARK festivals, watch videos of our sponsored artist talks and celebrate with our festival partners.

SPARK News

Current Festival Updates and Opportunities

The SPARK Disability Art Festival includes public exhibitions and community events designed to help Calgary artists with disabilities make connections, enjoy the arts and ignite our city's creativity. Visit this page to stay on top of all of the latest SPARK happenings.