RESIDENCY
CREATOR
26.2
DESIGNERS
VIDEOGRAPHERS
PHOTOGRAPHERS
WE’RE BRINGING TOGETHER CALGARY’S TOP EMERGING CREATORS FOR 6-MONTH CREATOR RESIDENCY, CO- HOSTED BY HOUSE 831 AND MAS STUDIOS.
Current Cohort
01.26-06.26
Davey Lieske
Commercial photographer and videographer based in Calgary. A graduate of the Alberta College of Art + Design, Davey brings a multidisciplinary foundation to visual storytelling — crafting natural, documentary-inflected content that feels authentic to the people and places he captures. Photo / Video
Jillian Tranquilla
Multidisciplinary commercial creative based in Calgary. With a decade of experience across photography, video, and design, Jill helps mid-sized brands build visual identities that are both strategic and timeless — guided by fine art training and an instinct for details that deserve attention. Photo / Video / Design
Ruslana Tyschenko
Calgary-based photographer specializing in portraits and lifestyle, with a warmth that puts people immediately at ease. Originally from Ukraine and shooting since 2020, Ruslana's work is rooted in a genuine belief that ordinary moments — captured right — become the ones you return to forever. Photo
Ben San Martin
Calgary-based film colourist with a refined eye for tone, texture, and mood. Ben brings cinematic depth to the finishing stage of visual storytelling. Video / Color
Sofía Velásquez
Graphic designer specializing in editorial design and print assets for events. She brings a bold, intentional approach to every project, designing material that pull viewers in. Driven by a belief that great design can foster real human connection, she’s passionate about event graphics and community-focused work that turns moments into movements.
We’re now accepting applications for our July – December ‘26 cohort
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Time set aside for you to share what challenges your facing, what you’re working on, and find mentor/ mentee relationships among your cohort.
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Self guided creative days to execute your vision in an equipped studio space.
We’ve worked with Leo Boutique, Chinook Optical, Tuu by Coutukitsch, Professional Models and more to bring to life what you see in your mind.
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To House 831, a private café and work space, and Mas Studios, a multi media production studio, right across the street from each other on 17th Ave SW.