Artist Residency
Thoughtful, Curriculum-Connected Art Experiences for Schools.
Bug & Bean Art Studio offers custom-designed artist residencies, designed and led by teaching artist Kirstin Giles Lenfesty, for Calgary schools that support curriculum outcomes while centering creativity, process, inquiry and student voice.
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Residencies are flexible, collaborative and designed to integrate meaningfully into the school environment, whether for a single classroom, multiple grades or a whole-school experience.
What Schools Can Expect
Curriculum-connected & Age Appropriate
Residencies are thoughtfully planned to support Alberta Program of Studies outcomes while remaining developmentally appropriate and engaging.
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Process-Led Learning
Students explore materials, concepts and ideas through guided invitations rather than step by step projects, encouraging critical thinking, experimentation and self-expression.
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Flexible Formats
Residencies can take many forms, including:
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Single-day or short workshops
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Multi-week classroom residencies
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Large-scale murals, collaborative projects or installations.
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Can be adapted for:
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Individual classrooms
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Grade-level cohorts
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Cross curricular connections
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School wide initiatives
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Collaborative Planning
I work with educators to design a residency that aligns with curriculum outcomes, classroom needs and school culture.
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On-site Facilitation
As a mobile art studio, I bring materials and facilitate sessions on site, supporting students through exploration, making and reflection.
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​Professional Communication
Clear planning, timelines and expectations are established in advance to ensure a smooth and well-supported experience for staff and students.
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Meaningful Outcomes
Residencies may result in individual student work, collaborative pieces or school-wide installations. Always grounded in process and learning.
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