cSPACE Marda Loop

Hallway Gallery: Holding Ground by Monica Kidd & Eveline Kolijn
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-27 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Hallway Gallery: Holding Ground by Monica Kidd & Eveline Kolijn
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 2
March 2 – 27, 2026
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Closed Sundays)

Eveline Kolijn and Monica Kidd present a photographic inquiry of coastlines at cSPACE.
Coastlines are dynamic by nature—meeting places where roads end and the ocean takes over, where ships arrive and depart carrying both possibility and peril. They are the last stop before the horizon: liminal spaces where the boundary between land and not-land is constantly in flux. They are also increasingly endangered. As the planet warms, sea levels rise and storms intensify, threatening the health and wellbeing of more than half a billion people living in coastal regions worldwide.
This exhibition features photographs of people and places affected by coastal erosion, created by Calgary-based artists Monica Kidd and Eveline Kolijn, both of whom bring deep environmental concerns to their work. The images represent projects undertaken in Newfoundland & Labrador, the Magdalen Islands, Tuktoyaktuk, France, Fiji, Vanuatu, and Curaçao.
In a time of rapid climate change, these photographs aim to speak for the world’s oceans and the communities connected to them.
Opening Reception: Thursday, March 5, 6:00–8:00 PM

Hallway Gallery: A Tasting Menu by May B
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-16 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Hallway Gallery: A Tasting Menu by May B
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 3 Gallery
March 2 – 30, 2026
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Closed Sundays)

Opening Reception: March 9th 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

After years of reflection on how to present herself through her art, May B drew inspiration from her relationship with food. Having spent much of her life in kitchens, she began to wonder:

How would a chef introduce themselves?

‘A Tasting Menu’ is presented as a 12-course menu, where each painting is a snapshot—a carefully curated plate that blends emotions, memories, and circumstances into a singular experience. Every “course” explores her favourite flavours and how they have shaped her. These paintings act as a visual pairing, crafted to evoke a sensory experience that is deeply personal, yet universal.

‘A Tasting Menu’ is not just a collection of artworks—it’s an intimate invitation to join her for dinner.

Hallway Gallery: Sculptures by Vahe Tokmajyan
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-09 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Hallway Gallery: Sculptures by Vahe Tokmajyan
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 1 Gallery
March 2 – 9, 2026
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Closed Sundays)

Vahe Tokmajyan is an internationally known sculptor who calls Calgary home.
He has over 30 years of experience in professional sculpture with an extensive portfolio of outdoor sculptures installed in many countries of the world. His studio size artworks are shown in museums, galleries and private collections. Vahe has incorporated his experience as a practicing artist into his teaching approach. With an MFA specializing in Drawing and Sculpture, Vahe has a broad experience in adult teaching with the focus on hands on practice.

PERFORMANCE: Dance YYC Showcase Spotlight
2026-03-01 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop- Studio Theatre, 1721 29th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
PERFORMANCE: Dance YYC Showcase Spotlight
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 4 – Studio Theatre
March 1 21, 2026
Doors 6:30PM | Show 7:30PM
Tickets: $17 Students / Artists / Seniors · $22 General Admission
Dance YYC Showcase: Spotlight Edition shines a light on Calgary’s vibrant independent dance scene, featuring intimate works by small ensembles and solo artists alongside four short dance films. This curated evening celebrates experimentation, collaboration, and the powerful voices shaping the movement arts community.
Taking place at cSPACE Marda Loop’s Studio Theatre, the showcase includes live performances by:
Fancy Feet Dance Projects
VibeTribeYYC
Gabi Rybar & Olivia Carmello
CAROLINE
Francine Adriano, Talia Boardman & Liza Heeler
Kataki Sathe with Hengameh Ehia and
Lauren Falk
Films by:
Bri Chapple (YYZ)
Marlea van Grinsven (YYC)
Grace Sun and Zoë Guthrie (YYZ)
The program is family-friendly and welcomes audiences of all ages.
Donations are also welcome in support of the Dance YYC Community Outreach and Engagement Initiative, helping sustain access, visibility, and connection within Calgary’s dance community.

SEMINAR: Standing Strong | Black Professionals Canada Networking Event
2026-02-27 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
SEMINAR: Standing Strong | Black Professionals Canada Networking Event
cSPACE Marda Loop
Studio Theatre
February 27, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Black Professionals Canada invites attendees to celebrate Black History Month through a series of inspiring panel discussions centered on careers, community building, and collective growth.
The event also features a networking session where attendees can connect with fellow Black professionals, with dinner provided by Black Professionals Canada.

Tickets & Information: www.blackprofessionalscanada.ca/event-details-registration/black-history-month-event-standing-strong-building-resilience-in-challenging-times

FILM SCREENING: Calgary Latin America Film Festival Showcase
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
FILM SCREENING: Calgary Latin America Film Festival Showcase

cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 4 – RGO Treehouse
February 26, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Experience the inaugural edition of the Calgary Latin American Film Festival (CLAFF) coming to Calgary starting May 29, 2026.
This new cultural initiative will present a curated program of contemporary Latin American cinema, aimed at fostering cultural exchange, public dialogue, and community engagement in Calgary.
The inaugural edition of the festival will consist of three public film screenings presented over three consecutive days at established independent cinemas in Calgary: Colibrí, Children of las Brisas and Brother.
Join CLAFF at cSPACE for their showcase event and get a taste of what’s in-store this May and learn more about CLAFF.

More information: calgarylatinfilmfest.ca

CALL Member Weekly Guitar Jam
2026-02-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-29 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Invitation to Calgary Association of Lifelong Learners (CALL) members.
Bring your guitar and a favourite song and join other CALL members for Guitar Jam. Weekly events are held in the CALL room, Suite #310, at cSPACE Marda Loop.
Thursdays 10am-12pm.
To learn more please email: info@calgarylifelonglearners.ca
Not yet a CALL member? Now is a great time to join and enjoy a full year of “making music” or joining other Interest Groups at cSPACE Marda Loop. Annual fee $50 — learn more: https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/Membership

FILM SCREENING: Still Speaking: Young Adults, ALS, and the Moments That Shape Us
2026-02-25 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
FILM SCREENING: Still Speaking: Young Adults, ALS, and the Moments That Shape Us

cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 1 – Studio Theatre
February 25, 2026 – 6:30 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM

In the fall of 2025, five young adults created short films exploring meaningful moments from their experiences with ALS, either as caregivers or as individuals living with the disease.
This meaningful evening, hosted by filmmaker and health researcher Dr. Mike Lang and the ALS Society of Alberta, brings Alberta’s ALS community together to watch the films and engage in thoughtful conversations with the storytellers and with one another.
Attendance is free, and registration is required for both in-person participation and for those wishing to receive the livestream viewing link.
Attendees can expect to watch the films collectively and take part in guided conversations with the storytellers and fellow participants. The experience is designed to foster deeper connections to personal meaningful moments and a renewed appreciation for the insight and wisdom that can emerge from unexpected life experiences.
A livestream viewing option is available for registered online attendees. A private viewing link will be emailed to those who select the livestream option during registration. Individuals who register for in-person attendance but are no longer able to attend the event are encouraged to contact the ALS Society of Alberta to request access to the livestream link.
Learn more: www.the-als-society-of-alberta.givecloud.co/product/F8F0C38/still-speaking-young-adults-als-and-the-moments-that-shape-us

Fundraiser: Brian Henson Memorial Exhibition – Fundraiser Night
2026-02-25 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Fundraiser: Brian Henson Memorial Exhibition – Fundraiser Night
cSPACE Marda Loop, Studio Theatre
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Join The Camera Store for a special fundraiser evening celebrating the life, work, and lasting impact of Calgary photographer Brian Henson.

Presented during the 2026 Exposure Photography Festival, the Brian Henson Memorial Exhibition showcases a powerful collection of his meticulously hand-printed, black-and-white photographs, each one a testament to his deep respect for traditional photographic processes and his unmistakable artistic vision.
Brian Henson was a highly regarded fine art photographer, a longtime friend of The Camera Store, and a cherished member of Calgary’s photographic community. Since his passing in 2022, his work continues to speak with clarity, intention, and care, reflecting a lifetime of dedication to the craft.
For this fundraiser night, Brian’s original framed photographs will be available for purchase and to take home. Guests are invited to select one original piece, allowing Brian’s work to live on in new homes while directly supporting an important cause.
In accordance with the wishes of his estate, all proceeds from the evening will be donated to the RESET Society of Calgary. RESET provides compassionate, comprehensive support services for women who are survivors of sexual exploitation and human trafficking, focusing on healing, empowerment, and long-term change.
This evening is both a celebration and a continuation of Brian’s legacy, where art, community, and generosity come together to make a meaningful difference.

More information and RSVP: thecamerastore.com

Finding Peace and Joy Within
2026-02-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-04 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Finding Peace & Joy Within
This weekly meditation group for CALL members has returned by popular request. Each session includes periods of meditation (sitting comfortably in chairs) to allow participants the opportunity to experience the benefits for themselves, and the opportunity to share experiences and insights with others. About half of the session will be talk/discussion and about half will be meditation.
If you are not a CALL member, you can join for the annual fee of $50 and attend this and many other interest groups.

Workshop: CreativiTEA - Presence through Painting
2026-02-22 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | ATELIER ARTISTA, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, #Suite #410, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
What could be better than art-making, self-discovery and tea? Learn how the act of painting can calm the mind in this workshop for adults.

An introduction to acrylic painting workshop that emphasizes the use of painting as a tool for mindfulness by centring one’s focus on working with the paint in the present moment.
In the workshop, Athena calls on her over 20 years of experience in painting and teaches participants the basics of tracing a design onto a canvas, applying paint and blending colours. This method of working encourages participants to push past the hurdle of the blank canvas, allowing them to fully enjoy the benefits of experiencing a painting practice.
The inspiration for this workshop came from Athena’s experience with using a paint-by-number kit to create a soothing, healing environment after a seizure scare in 2021. Using painting as part of her recovery reinforced her belief that by focusing people on the process of painting—as opposed to the final product—one could create a highly beneficial tool for mindfulness and emotional regulation.

What is a CreativiTEA?
CreativiTEA is an in-person workshop series for grown-ups created by Tilted Windmills that combines fun, insightful art-making activities with community-building through creativity.
Each two-hour CreativiTEA session includes:

A guided creative activity with all art supplies provided
Socializing and discussion with tea and delicious goodies—also provided

What you don’t need to bring to CreativiTEA?
Any concerns about your perceived “artistic ability” or level of “talent”! The workshops are intended for anyone who wants to explore art-making and dive headfirst into the world of creativity.
Tickets are limited! If you can’t make this workshop, we encourage you to follow our Eventbrite page to be notified of future workshops.

Your CreativiTEA facilitators
Athena splits her time between being a professional visual artist and a creativity coach with Tilted Windmills. By blending her training as both a therapeutic arts practitioner and a life coach, she helps people tap into their creativity and potentially draw forth unexpected insights from the more visual side of their minds.
Stefan is Tilted Windmills’ clinical counsellor and a self-described wounded healer. He holds a Master’s degree in Social Work (clinical specialization) from the University of Calgary and strongly believes in the power of utilizing creativity as a pathway to help people explore, discover and grow.

Your Event Venue Host:
Atelier Artista @ cSPACE Marda Loop (4th floor)
Atelier Artista is a skills-based fine art school focused on fostering appreciation and understanding of well-crafted, beautiful representational artworks through the development of the technical skills necessary to create them. They offer a wide variety of courses in drawing and painting techniques.
Wait! Isn’t cSPACE closed on Sundays?
CreativiTEA is considered a private event being hosted by Atelier Artista, so rest assured, we will be waiting at the doors to let folks in.

WORKSHOP: Free Indigenous Art Workshop: Medicine Wheel & Cosmos Painting
2026-02-21 13:00 - 16:30 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
WORKSHOP: Free Indigenous Art Workshop: Medicine Wheel & Cosmos Painting
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 4 – RGO Treehouse (North)
February 21, 2026
1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Studio C presents Sacred Geometry & Cosmic Order, a free art workshop grounded in Blackfoot teachings and creative practice. This enriching cultural afternoon celebrates Blackfoot knowledge, art, and storytelling. Space is limited, and registration is required.
Guided by Elder Joyce Healy of the Kainai First Nation, participants will be introduced to the teachings of the Medicine Wheel and will create a personal wheel to take home.
Following this, participants will explore Blackfoot cosmology and creation stories through a hands-on painting session led by interdisciplinary artist Chataya Holy Singer. Attendees will learn the meanings behind traditional Blackfoot designs and symbols while creating a night-sky painting inspired by these teachings.
This meaningful and creative experience offers a unique opportunity to learn, reflect, and connect with Indigenous culture, while leaving with two original artworks that honor Blackfoot heritage.
About Bridging Cultures: This event is part of Bridging Cultures, an initiative dedicated to celebrating Indigenous heritage and fostering connection through community programs. Through exhibitions, workshops, demonstrations, and storytelling, Bridging Cultures creates welcoming spaces for learning that uplift Indigenous traditions, artistry, and voices.
All events are free and open to the public to ensure accessible opportunities for everyone to engage with Indigenous culture. This project is made possible with support from the Government of Alberta’s Ethnocultural Grant.
What’s Included: Medicine Wheel workshop with Elder Joyce Healy, Blackfoot cosmos painting session with Chataya Holy Singer, All materials provided
Recommended: Dress for creativity. Paint can be unpredictable, so wear clothing you do not mind getting colorful. Aprons will be provided.
Learn more: www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-indigenous-art-workshop-medicine-wheel-cosmos-painting-tickets-1981355979070

My Life Through the Lens - B&W Photography Seminar with Julian Ferreira
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Experience the most recent work of beloved local photographer & co-owner of The Camera Store, Julian Ferreira!

Julian Ferreira, known in the photographic community for being a passionate advocate of the philosophy “always have a camera with you.” Guided by this belief, he continually observes and photographs the world around him, creating images as he moves through his Southern Alberta prairie home. From quiet, expansive landscapes to subtle moments of light and form, his work is shaped by an ongoing dialogue between place, presence, and perception.
Working primarily as a fine art black-and-white photographer and co-owner of The Camera Store, Ferreira’s exhibition presents a selection of his most recent work. These photographs offer viewers an intimate glimpse into the way he sees, thoughtful, deliberate, and deeply connected to the land he calls home, inviting them to slow down and engage with the subtle beauty found in everyday surroundings.

Please Note:
This is an In–Person, Paid Event. Paid events are non-refundable. Your registration is required. Your registration assists us in gauging attendance numbers and we’ll provide you with a reminder and further details about the event. Should you have any questions or issues, please email ryley.schmidt@thecamerastore.com.

Musical Theatre Experience
2026-02-15 15:00 - 19:30 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Musical Theatre Experience
cSPACE Marda Loop
Studio Theatre – Level 1
February 15 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Dive into the Musical Theatre Experience for a fun, live journey through your favorite show tunes and stories!
Family Advocates presents a live Musical Theatre experience on February 15 at 3:00 PM. This in-demand performance brings families together through music, storytelling, and creativity in a warm, welcoming setting. Designed with families in mind, it’s an opportunity to connect, enjoy live art, and share a meaningful experience for all ages.

Tickets and More: Eventbrite

WORKSHOP: Earring Making Workshop
2026-02-14 10:00 - 13:30 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
WORKSHOP: Earring Making Workshop
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 4 – RGO Treehouse (North)
February 14, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Barb Temple Studio presents a 3.5-hour workshop introducing metal smithing through the design and creation of a pair of brass earrings. All materials provided.
No prior experience is necessary. Participants must be at least 13 years of age.
Attendees are asked to bring a bottle of water, their lunch, an apron, and safety glasses or reading glasses.

Tickets & Information: www.barbtemple.studio/product/earring-making-workshop/XBPKEEKMP25NOF4TPIA3WIFW

Event: Send in the Clowns
2026-02-13 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | AB
Send in the Clowns
cSPACE Marda Loop
Studio Theatre
February 13, 7:30 PM. Doors at 7:00 PM

What could you expect when music creation was inspired by a clown? Icarus 3 is an improvising trio composed of Jeremy Gignoux (violin/viola), Keith Rodger (double bass), and Robin Tufts (drums, percussion). They created their original repertoire in an unusual and experimental way: with the help of the clown. Under guidance from clown performer and educator Jacqueline Russell, they explored their inner clowns, which gave birth to musical compositions and improvisation games that display a joyful and wild creative energy. In a special performance, you can expect a fun show, stories, emotions, and characters are all brought to life through music, movement and theater.

What can you expect from the show?
You will see musicians play music but also move around the stage and be silly. The music has elements of jazz, classical music, traditional music, and lots of improvisation. At times, it will be very exploratory, showcasing unconventional playing techniques, at other times it will be more down to earth. We also have a few games in store.
With ISC on stage will be Jacqueline, who will act as a clown-provocateur/ring leader. As such, she will react to the music they play but also prompt them to change the way we perform, and help everyone connect with you the audience!
Tickets: www.instrumentalsociety.ca/sendintheclowns

RECEPTION: Living Designs Exhibition hosted by Studio C
2026-02-13 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
RECEPTION: Living Designs Exhibition hosted by Studio C
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 2 – Studio C
Feb 13, 2026
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

A Family Legacy of Beadwork and Regalia – The Ayoungman – Hunt Family
Celebrate the living legacy of the Ayoungman-Hunt family, whose beadwork and regalia carry generations of Blackfoot knowledge, identity, and artistry. This event honours their stories and living cultural practices through an exhibition, reception, and powwow demonstration.
Presented as part of Bridging Cultures, a series that creates accessible opportunities to learn from and connect with Indigenous artists, traditions, and community leaders. Hosted at Studio C, Prospect’s inclusive art space in Calgary.
Everyone is welcome.
Reception: February 13, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Powwow Demonstration: 5:00 PM–6:00 PM
This Reception is part of a Studio C exhibition running February 12–March 6, 2026

EVENT: Step Into Song - Powwow Demonstration
2026-02-13 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | AB
EVENT: Step Into Song – Powwow Demonstration
cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 2 – Studio C
Feb 13, 2026
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Experience the living tradition of powwow culture as dancers and drummers come together to share movement, story, and community knowledge. This collective showcase highlights a range of powwow styles, teachings, and cultural expression.
Presented as part of Bridging Cultures, a series creating accessible opportunities to learn from and connect with Indigenous artists, traditions, and community leaders. Hosted at Studio C, Prospect’s inclusive art space in Calgary.
Everyone is welcome.
Featuring: Men’s Fancy, Grass, Men’s Traditional, Prairie Chicken Dance, Women’s Jingle, Women’s Traditional, Women’s Fancy, and live drumming

Reception: February 13, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Powwow Demonstration: 5:00 PM–6:00 PM)

This Reception is part of a Studio C exhibition running February 12–March 6, 2026

Event: Love Letters | cSPACE Showcase Series
2026-02-12 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Love Letters: February Showcase Series Event
cSPACE Marda Loop
Thursday, February 12, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
This February, cSPACE Marda Loop invites you to fall in love with creativity at LOVE LETTERS: our Valentine-inspired Showcase Series event!
Explore four floors of artistic expression where heartfelt stories, poetic gestures, and creative connections unfold. Drop into hands-on activities, discover local artists and makers, and take in live performances that celebrate the many shapes love can take: romantic, platonic, familial, and everything beautifully in between.
Whether you’re flying solo, bringing friends, or making it a date night, LOVE LETTERS is an evening to share, celebrate, and spark imagination.
Free to attend. All are welcome.

This event is supported by the Rozsa Foundation.

PROGRAMMING
Featuring:

Live music from local artist Kaiya Gamble
Slow Burn Books: Blind Date with a Book
Love Letter Art Activity hosted by Alberta Craft Council
Exposure Photography Festival x The Camera Store Gallery Exhibition
Mixed Media Valentine’s Day Cards with Lucky Small Things Gallery
The Art of the Love Letter hosted by Alexandra Writers’ Centre
“Colour That Speaks: Influence, Emotion, and Style” an Educational Talk by colourist Lara Melin. Hosted by Anneke Forbes Studio. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Silent Auction featuring items from local businesses

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD SCHEDULE

Thanks to the following businesses for their contributions to the Silent Auction

Workshop: Mixed Media Explorations! Methods and Mediums to Create Unique Art
2026-02-07 - 2026-02-08 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Mixed Media Explorations! Methods and Mediums to Create Unique Art. Hosted by Lucky Small Things
cSPACE Marda Loop
Suite #225
February 7 and 8 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Create a beautiful mixed media piece with zero experience. Explore a variety of paints and stains, pyrography, metal leaf and more in this two day workshop.
Learn something new and have fun during this hands on mixed media exploration. All supplies are included in this 6 hour workshop that happens over 2 days. This small class is perfect for those who are new to art and craft or mixed media or looking for new inspiration to liven up your practice. This is also a good opportunity to try the Razer Tip Woodburning tool before you buy one if you are interested. In this 6 hour workshop you will learn step by step how to create a mixed media work of art. Little art experience is necessary just some time and patience.
You will have the option of using a variety of paints, including watercolour, gouache, acrylic and wood stain. You will learn about the properties of all of them and the order you want to use them. You’ll get to use composite metal leaf, including gold, copper and silver and how to apply it. You will have the option of using the wood burning machine to create your design or add some detail. We will go over how to apply 3-D objects with the best type of glue for the job and how to seal your work if necessary. Mixed media explorations can be used to create a new vocabuary for your artwork if you already have a practice or send you in the right direction with some foundtional skills if you are just starting out. If you choose to use the woodburning tool we will go over the difference between the wood burning tools that are available and how to incorporate the technique into mixed media work. Feel free to bring your own reference material to trace or draw from or use templates provided. Some people freehand and just go for it and some people use reference material and trace their design.

Tickets and more: Eventbrite

PERFORMANCE: My Great Work by David Espinosa
2026-02-06 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
PERFORMANCE: My Great Work by David Espinosa

cSPACE Marda Loop
Level 1 – Studio Theatre
February 6, 2026
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Working with the mindset of an architect, Espinosa constructs a vast “mega-production” with miniature figures, objects, and a tabletop that is both stage and world. This intimate performance, designed for just 20 spectators seated around a table, transforms models typically used to plan buildings into a space where ideas, images, and actions unfold with surprising emotional force.
“My Great Work is what I would do if I had an unlimited budget, the largest theatre in the world, 300 actors on stage, a military orchestra, a rock band, animals, cars and a helicopter.” -D. Espinosa
At a scale of 1:87, My Great Work captures the grandeur of human existence with the humblest of means. A marvel of simple, visual storytelling, it connects us to each other with infinite complexity.
My Great Work reflects on the precarious conditions under which most artists operate, where creativity often emerges from scarcity rather than abundance. By shrinking an extravagant spectacle down to miniature scale, Espinosa exposes the contradictions of large, high-budget cultural productions: their excess, their fragility, and their relative artistic value.
A playful yet incisive portrait of the world we build and the dreams we chase, My Great Work is as intimate as it is expansive.
Advisories and Accessibility

For mature audiences
Limited to 20 spectators per performance.

For detailed information about the venue’s accessibility and barriers, please visit https://www.puppetfestival.ca/accessibility/cspace-marda-loop
When checking out, there is a field to enter your accessibility requirements. Please let us know if you are a wheelchair user so our ushers are prepared to reserve a space for you. If you do not have accessibility requirements, please write N/A.
Students and audience members needing lower-cost tickets may use the code MGWSTUDT for $25 tickets.

Tickets & Information: www.showpass.com/my-great-work/?no-cache=1

Hallway Gallery: Exposure Photography Festival x The Camera Store
2026-02-04 - 2026-02-28 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Exposure Photography Festival x The Camera Store
cSPACE Marda Loop
All Levels
February 4 – February 28
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Closed Sundays)
Reception: February 12 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | As part of cSPACE Marda Loop’s February Showcase Series

The Exposure Photography Festival is a month-long celebration of photography across Alberta.
As part of The Exposure Festival’s Partner Exhibitions, The Camera Store will transform cSPACE’s four levels of Hallway Galleries with four compelling exhibitions, offering a dynamic and meaningful celebration of photography’s lasting influence.

LEVEL 1: My life through the lens – Julian Ferreira Exhibition
Julian Ferreira, known in the photographic community for being a passionate advocate of the philosophy “always have a camera with you.” Guided by this belief, he continually observes and photographs the world around him, creating images as he moves through his Southern Alberta prairie home. From quiet, expansive landscapes to subtle moments of light and form, his work is shaped by an ongoing dialogue between place, presence, and perception.
Working primarily as a fine art black-and-white photographer and co-owner of The Camera Store, Ferreira’s exhibition presents a selection of his most recent work. These photographs offer viewers an intimate glimpse into the way he sees, thoughtful, deliberate, and deeply connected to the land he calls home, inviting them to slow down and engage with the subtle beauty found in everyday surroundings.

LEVEL 2: Brian Henson Memorial Exhibition
Brian Henson was a highly regarded fine art photographer based in Calgary, known for his dedication to traditional photographic processes and his striking hand-printed black-and-white work. He was also a longtime friend of The Camera Store and a valued presence within Calgary’s photographic community. Brian passed away in 2022, leaving behind a meaningful and enduring legacy of meticulously crafted, hand-printed and framed photographs that reflect both his artistic vision and his commitment to the medium.
In accordance with the wishes of his estate, Brian’s work will be offered for sale, with all proceeds donated to the RESET Society of Calgary. RESET provides a comprehensive and compassionate system of support services in Alberta, specifically designed to assist women who are survivors of sexual exploitation and human trafficking. Through this initiative, Brian’s art continues to make a lasting impact, honouring his legacy while supporting an organization dedicated to healing, empowerment, and positive change.

LEVEL 3: Then & Now 30 Years of Calgary Photography
In celebration of 30 years within Calgary’s photography community, The Camera Store is proud to present a special group exhibition. This milestone exhibition highlights the talent, perspectives, and creative evolution of Calgary’s photographic scene, seen through the lenses of a selection of photographers who have helped shape and support it over the past three decades including, George Webber, Greg Fulmes, Greg Gerla, Jason Stang, Jeff Bright, John Dean, Leah Hennel, Maja Swannie Jacob, Mark Vitaris, Matt and Harry Palmer, Mike Drew, Steve Speer, and, Todd Korol.
The images are presented side by side, creating a visual narrative of time, change, and creative growth. This exhibition is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Sony Canada, with additional support from ABL, the official printing partner of the Exposure Photography Festival.

LEVEL 4: The Camera Store Staff Exhibition
The Camera Store Staff Exhibition brings together the photographic voices of The Camera Store staff who live and breathe photography every day.
This exhibition showcases a diverse range of work, reflecting the varied perspectives, styles, and stories. From intimate personal projects to moments discovered in everyday life, each photograph reveals how technical knowledge and creative curiosity intersect when the camera is a tool for expression.
The Camera Store Staff Artists Featured: Ammar Khan, (AJ) Amair Javaid, Annabeth Trondsen, Dave Paul, Erfan Karimi, Evelyn Drake, Kai Niccolls, May Shi, Peter Gold, Ron Bubnich, Nicole Parker, Ethan Yawney, and Yuqi Li.

Performance: Punch Line presented by Springboard Performance & Inside Out Theatre
2026-01-31 - 2026-02-01 | cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, T2T 6T7, Canada
Punchline presented by Springboard Performance & Inside Out Theatre
cSPACE Marda Loop
Studio Theatre
January 31 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
February 1 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Punch Line, the new solo work by Jacques Poulin-Denis, combines the kitschy energy of a one man show with the depth and intimacy of a confession.
By means of stories and anecdotes peppered with refreshing irony, shrewdness and sweet madness, he confides to the audience as intimate friends. From that spirited monologue characters emerge, embodying multiple beings, our numerous inner avatars as well as the strategies, sometimes absurd, that we adopt to hold our contradictions together. Threading his way along the fine line between reality and fiction, he transforms inner discourses into a sensory experience that is both subtle and intense. He is a presenter of words, thoughts and gestures.
Punch Line is a series of confidences, words made flesh, where Jacques Poulin-Denis evokes diverse themes such as resilience and how we relate to ourselves and to others. By giving voice to his body he is also expanding the spectrum of the characters he portrays.
Punch Line is, of course, the punch line of a gag. With their short format, the jokes can in a very few words create a context that the audience subscribes to, accepting any situation, no matter how unreal. The title is a salute to the imagination of the artist and the spectator, to their abilities and their need to believe in fiction, to disguise reality and thereby make it more acceptable.

Tickets and Information: Showpass
