FREE Open Studio Q&A with Alex Kwong at KOAC

Join KOAC’s December Artist in Residence Alex Kwong for an open studio session and informal Q&A. This event offers a rare opportunity to step inside Alex’s creative process, seeing works in progress, exploring techniques across multiple mediums, and engaging in conversation about how ideas evolve from contemplation to composition.

Sunday, December 21st

Doors open at 2:00 PM, mingling and artist Q&A until 4:00 PM

Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre: 244034 Horizon View Road Calgary, AB T3Z 3M5

Admission: Free (donations to KOAC are welcome)

Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

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Alex’s residency at KOAC is focused on deepening his technical practice in oil, gouache, watercolor, and charcoal while cultivating a contemplative relationship with the surrounding landscape. Through this practice, he aims to translate moments of meditation and observation in the park into expressive studio works.

The Open Studio Q&A invites visitors to ask questions and share reflections. As Alex notes, “This type of community engagement serves both audience and myself as insight into the technical and mental process at play.”

Come and take part in this dialogue between artist, environment, and audience at the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre.

Artist headshot photo courtesy Curtis Desiatnyk

ABOUT ALEX KWONG

Alex Kwong is a Calgary-based visual artist recognized for his large-scale murals that celebrate the stories and spirit of the communities they represent. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Art History from the University of Victoria in 2011, a foundation that informs his narrative-driven and contextually grounded approach to public art. Through meaningful collaboration with local residents, Kwong creates murals that reflect the character, identity, and lived experiences of the people and places that inspire them. His works can be found across Canada, transforming public spaces into vibrant landmarks that foster pride, connection, and belonging.

Learn more about KOAC: koartscentre.org

Explore Alex Kwong's website: alexkwong.net

To get to the KOAC residency studio, walk down the main pathway from the parking lot to Katie Ohe's studio building, which is the first building on the left. See map below.

Accessibility Note: Please note that access to the Artist-in-Residence studio requires a short walk along a plowed gravel access road from the main parking lot. The path may be uneven or icy in winter conditions and winter footwear is strongly recommended. The studio entrance is at ground level and has no stairs. If you require assistance or have accessibility questions, please contact KOAC in advance at communications@koartscentre.org