KOAC Artist in Residence

Alex Kwong

December 1 – December 31, 2025

Alex’s December residency at KOAC is focused on deepening his technical practice in oil, gouache, watercolour, and charcoal while cultivating a contemplative relationship with the surrounding landscape. Over the course of his month-long residency, Alex is spending extended periods of time observing the park’s shifting light, seasonal stillness, and natural rhythms, allowing these quiet encounters to guide an immersive and close-study process. Through daily meditation and sustained material exploration, he is translating moments of inward reflection into expressive works that balance precision with intuition. This residency offers Alex the space to slow down, refine technique, and explore how attentive looking and embodied presence can shape a painting practice rooted in both observation and introspection.

Artist headshot photo courtesy Curtis Desiatnyk

ABOUT:

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.

Explore more of Alex Kwong’s work

Instagram – @_alexkwong

Website: alexkwong.net