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Discussing iconic Belgian architecture with urban planners, architects, writers and curators.

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Weekly listings of exhibitions, concerts, openings, parties and events to do over the weekend.

Area codes

Local heroes reveal their favourite neighbourhood hotspots and hangouts – from bars and bookshops to restaurants and galleries.

This is Belgium

The best Belgian-only art, food, photography, music, travel, architecture and neighbourhood tips from the magazine’s team of editors.

hub heroes

We team up with hub.brussels, Brussels’ Business Support Agency, and shine a light on 50 of the Region’s start-up success stories driving the capital city’s economic landscape forward. From the eco-conscious manufacturer to the technology-enabled post-production imprint, our 50-strong selection of portraits and interviews plays testament to the Region’s dense and dynamic culture of entrepreneurship.

The Brussels Bike Hundred

We’re teaming up with Bike for Brussels to put together a 100-strong selection of local heroes shaping the city each in their own way. From designers and DJs to performers and publishers, these are the creatives riding Brussels forward.

The Mechelen Hundred

Nestled between Brussels and Antwerp, Mechelen has often been overshadowed by its larger neighbours. Yet teaming up with the City of Mechelen, our line-up of 100 of the city’s most prominent people, places and projects proves the extent of its potential. From artists and creatives to critical thinkers and fighters, these are the powerhouses driving Mechelen forward one step at a time.

The House Hundred

We’re teaming up with Bulldog to select 100 essential people, places and projects in Belgian house music. From producers and DJs to record labels and festivals, these are the forces driving the homegrown house scene forward, one BPM at a time.

The Leuven Hundreds

We’ve joined forces with Leuven to highlight 100 local people, places and projects that contribute towards making the city what it is today. From artists and architects to producers and professors, these are the driving forces powering Leuven forward one ingenious initiative at a time.

The Antwerp Hundreds

We've teamed up with This is Antwerp to bring you The Antwerp Hundreds, a 100-strong selection of local movers and shakers setting the tone for the neighbourhood of tomorrow.

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On-design

An in-depth look at the work of Belgian design studios, published monthly.

Favourite Belgian movies

Selections of essential Belgian movies handpicked by artistic directors, curators and all-round cinema connoisseurs.

Curator talks

Intimate conversations with curators dissecting the ambitions, intentions and narratives of their recently opened exhibitions.

Exhibition reviews

Visual documentaries of recently opened contemporary art exhibitions in Belgium.

Portfolio reports

Reviewing the practice of Belgium-based artists through in-depth looks at their recent works.

Studio visits

Exploring the environments and artistic spaces of some of the country’s foremost contemporary artists.

The art throwaway project

Insights into the lives of local contemporary art movers and shakers through our office Quicksnaps.

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Hour-long mixes recorded by the crème de la crème of Belgian DJs and producers exclusively for us.

Favourite Belgian releases

Selections of essential Belgian tracks handpicked by local tastemakers, from DJs and producers to record label heads and record store clerks.

The music throwaway project

Backstage antics, tour tales and onstage adventures with some of the country’s most exciting musical talents captured with our office Quicksnaps.

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“My practice is one of astonishment that consists in opening images up.” How the work of Benoît Platéus makes you see what you weren’t supposed to

“My practice is one of astonishment that consists in opening images up.” How the work of Benoît Platéus makes you see what you weren’t supposed to

We speak to Benoît Platéus about his versatile artistic practice, the role accidents and imperfections play in his work and his laser-like focus on the myriads of possibilities inherent in imagery.

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“Timing is of utmost importance as it carries a lot of power when it comes to delivering content.” On Inga Huld Hákonardóttir and Yann Leguay’s dynamic and interdisciplinary dialogue

“Timing is of utmost importance as it carries a lot of power when it comes to delivering content.” On Inga Huld Hákonardóttir and Yann Leguay’s dynamic and interdisciplinary dialogue

In anticipation of this year's BOUGE B, we speak to some of the talented dancers and performers showcasing at this year's Club Edition. Closing off this series is the Again the Sunset duo Inga Huld Hákonardóttir and Yann Leguay.

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“Being successful starts by getting appreciated.” SMENT’s design-language and thoughtful experimentation

“Being successful starts by getting appreciated.” SMENT’s design-language and thoughtful experimentation

We turn our eye to COLLECTIBLE's Young Designers showcase, which includes three young Belgian designers. Next up is the Brusseleer duo SMENT who discuss their their first and latest project GESTALT.

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“The only thing our audience should be busy with is the shaking of their legs.” Bombataz’s solid contribution to the Belgian funk jazz scene

“The only thing our audience should be busy with is the shaking of their legs.” Bombataz’s solid contribution to the Belgian funk jazz scene

In anticipation of this year's BOUGE B, we speak to some of the talented dancers and performers showcasing at this year's Club Edition. Next up in this series is Bombataz, sharing their love for improv jazz sessions.

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“By combining TONK with lost-wax casting, I’m able to produce a unique piece every single time.” Nicolas Erauw’s deft juggling of functional carpentry and rule-bending artistry

“By combining TONK with lost-wax casting, I’m able to produce a unique piece every single time.” Nicolas Erauw’s deft juggling of functional carpentry and rule-bending artistry

We turn our eye to COLLECTIBLE's Young Designers showcase, which includes three young Belgian designers. First up is KASK graduate Nicolas Erauw, who will be presenting a brand-new piece created with his self-made machine TONK!.

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“I like recording ‘mistakes’, so that you can truly grasp the ‘real’ vibe that was happening.” Susobrino on new tunes and homegrown influences

“I like recording ‘mistakes’, so that you can truly grasp the ‘real’ vibe that was happening.” Susobrino on new tunes and homegrown influences

In anticipation of this year's BOUGE B, we speak to some of the talented dancers and performers showcasing at this year's Club Edition. Continuing this series, we invite Susobrino to talk about his Latin American-inspired sound.

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Forlorn photography and brutalist structures: Max Kesteloot’s House Van Wassenhove residency

Forlorn photography and brutalist structures: Max Kesteloot’s House Van Wassenhove residency

As part of the contemporary art centre's Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens residency programme, we visit Max Kesteloot in the comfort of his new address to discuss his artistic practice and how to inhabit House Van Wassenhove.

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“The most beautiful thing about playing professionally is the communication and flow you share with your fellow musicians.” KRANKk on the power of collaboration to create idiosyncratic sounds

“The most beautiful thing about playing professionally is the communication and flow you share with your fellow musicians.” KRANKk on the power of collaboration to create idiosyncratic sounds

In anticipation of this year's BOUGE B, we speak to some of the talented dancers and performers showcasing at this year's Club Edition. This week, we speak to experimental music group, KRANKk.

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“Performance-making is a constant puzzle solving of choreographic questions.” How Joshua Serafin approaches the complexities of dance

“Performance-making is a constant puzzle solving of choreographic questions.” How Joshua Serafin approaches the complexities of dance

In anticipation of this year's BOUGE B, we speak to some of the talented dancers and performers showcasing at this year's Club Edition. Carrying on the series is the Brussels-based Joshua Serafin, AKA Void.

“Every time we perform it’s completely different, yet at the core, completely the same.” Samuel Baidoo on connecting to an audience

“Every time we perform it’s completely different, yet at the core, completely the same.” Samuel Baidoo on connecting to an audience

In anticipation of this year's BOUGE B, we speak to some of the talented dancers and performers showcasing at this year's Club Edition. Kicking off the countdown is Antwerp-based Samuel Baidoo.

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“I write images.” Writer and artist Simon Johannin on his latest publication and upcoming part in Après la pluie

“I write images.” Writer and artist Simon Johannin on his latest publication and upcoming part in Après la pluie

Simon Johannin (1993) is back in Brussels to present his latest publication book, cowritten with his partner Capucine Johannin, as well as to inaugurate the month-long group exhibition at C12, Aprés la pluie.

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“Text enables a guided form of abstract thinking.” Jakob Van den Broucke’s inaugural leap into self-publishing and plasticity

“Text enables a guided form of abstract thinking.” Jakob Van den Broucke’s inaugural leap into self-publishing and plasticity

Jakob Van den Broucke talks to us about self-publishing his first ever book, which you can discover for yourself at his book launch and exhibition at Gouvernement this Wednesday 23rd January.

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“I’ve never taken the reality of my body for granted.” The urgent, skeleton gestures and intimate tragicomedies of Brussels-based artist Julien Meert

“I’ve never taken the reality of my body for granted.” The urgent, skeleton gestures and intimate tragicomedies of Brussels-based artist Julien Meert

Julien Meert discusses memories of painting landscapes in the Dutch countryside with his father and how his works threads the fine line between what the art world deems valid, and what it doesn't.

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“My work is like poetry, or a living dream.” The morphing magic of François Curlet’s artworks

“My work is like poetry, or a living dream.” The morphing magic of François Curlet’s artworks

François Curlet discusses his artistic thought process, Duchampian influences and hopes for an upcoming film in lieu of his first ever major monographic show Crésus & Crusoé at MAC's.

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“It’s about wonder and interaction.” The sunrays and playful practice of art duo Répondeur Automatik

“It’s about wonder and interaction.” The sunrays and playful practice of art duo Répondeur Automatik

Répondeur Automatik's current show Dr. Sun might add some light to your dark winter woes, or act instead as a minimalist sculpture.

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“Storytelling will always be an interpretation of time.” The filmic and philosophical complexities of Johan Grimonprez

“Storytelling will always be an interpretation of time.” The filmic and philosophical complexities of Johan Grimonprez

Idiosyncratic and in-depth historical and theoretical elaborations on Johan Grimonprez's films in lieu of his current show Every Day Words Disappear at Kristof De Clercq Gallery, on display till Sunday 16th December.

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“Every colour and design is chosen with the gut.” Klaas Rommelaere on his instinct, influencers and intimate tapestries

“Every colour and design is chosen with the gut.” Klaas Rommelaere on his instinct, influencers and intimate tapestries

Soft? Tactile Dialogues will walk you through 1970s explorations of femininity and domesticity, to fragile and kitsch wall hangings by contemporary artists. For the occasion, we’ve selected four participating artists whose work you cannot miss, rounding off with the Antwerp-based and embroidery don Klaas Rommelaere.

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“Beauty is everywhere!” Wiesi Will on their collaborative process and colour conscious fabrics

“Beauty is everywhere!” Wiesi Will on their collaborative process and colour conscious fabrics

Soft? Tactile Dialogues will walk you through 1970s explorations of femininity and domesticity, to fragile and kitsch wall hangings by contemporary artists. For the occasion, we’ve selected four participating artists whose work you cannot miss, continuing with the Antwerp-based duo Wiesi Will.

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“I try to reconstruct interiors that are dreamy and surreal.” Anton Cotteleer on the role of art, Antwerp and the domestic skin of his sculptures

“I try to reconstruct interiors that are dreamy and surreal.” Anton Cotteleer on the role of art, Antwerp and the domestic skin of his sculptures

Soft? Tactile Dialogues will walk you through 1970s explorations of femininity and domesticity, to fragile and kitsch wall hangings by contemporary artists. For the occasion, we’ve selected four participating artists whose work you cannot miss, carrying on with Antwerp-based sculptor Anton Cotteleer.

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“Spontaneity, openness in its reduction and subliminal humour.” Jenny Brosinski on her gestural oil paintings

“Spontaneity, openness in its reduction and subliminal humour.” Jenny Brosinski on her gestural oil paintings

Soft? Tactile Dialogues will walk you through 1970s explorations of femininity and domesticity, to fragile and kitsch wall hangings by contemporary artists. For the occasion, we’ve selected four participating artists whose work you cannot miss, kicking off with Berlin-based painter Jenny Brosinski.

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How Philippe Braquenier’s work exemplifies Europe’s juxtaposing contrasts

How Philippe Braquenier’s work exemplifies Europe’s juxtaposing contrasts

As Eurotopie's resident photographer, we shoot Philippe Braquenier several questions on being tasked with documenting the European Quarter, from its present state to future possibilities.

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“Weird twirls coming straight out of my brain.” Floris Hoorelbeke’s graphic abstractions

“Weird twirls coming straight out of my brain.” Floris Hoorelbeke’s graphic abstractions

Ostend native Floris Hoorelbeke's discusses late night art-making in Ghent and the various artistic and zine projects he has coming up ahead of his upcoming show at Sterput this Friday.

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“My paintings are like an interior.” The geometric art of Léon Wuidar

“My paintings are like an interior.” The geometric art of Léon Wuidar

Liège-born and -based painter Léon Wuidar celebrated his 80th birthday this summer. With two shows in Brussels this September, the public has been spoilt rotten with opportunities to discover his wonderful paintings.

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“A tragicomic sense permeates throughout.” Teresa Cos’ binary deconstructions and ritual auditories

“A tragicomic sense permeates throughout.” Teresa Cos’ binary deconstructions and ritual auditories

Formerly a resident artist at WIELS, Teresa Cos will be unveiling her latest exhibition The Measure of Disorder at Argos this Saturday. If you're a film lover, then you're in for a treat.

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“Our intention is to bring back materiality to this digital world of ours.” La Gadoue’s eco-responsible and thoughtful designs

“Our intention is to bring back materiality to this digital world of ours.” La Gadoue’s eco-responsible and thoughtful designs

Design September is launching #ikkoopbelgisch/#jachetebelge for the very first time, and help you get to grips with the unlimited talent on show, we’ve gathered together three of the brightest young things that would be foolish to miss. Ending the mini-series is La Gadoue, set to showcase at Mofelito Paperito.

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“I’m not really made to fit the general mould.” Pierre-Emmanuel Vandeputte on breaking away from the conventional with honest Belgian design

“I’m not really made to fit the general mould.” Pierre-Emmanuel Vandeputte on breaking away from the conventional with honest Belgian design

Design September is launching #ikkoopbelgisch/#jachetebelge for the very first time, and help you get to grips with the unlimited talent on show, we’ve gathered together three of the brightest young things that would be foolish to miss. Continuing the mini-series is Pierre-Emmanuel Vandeputte, set to showcase at Filippa K.

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“Hinges, joints and knots are fundamental to my work.” Bram Kerkhofs on modernising functional furniture

“Hinges, joints and knots are fundamental to my work.” Bram Kerkhofs on modernising functional furniture

Design September is launching #ikkoopbelgisch/#jachetebelge for the very first time, ando help you get to grips with the unlimited talent on show, we’ve gathered together three of the brightest young things that would be foolish to miss. Kickstarting the mini-series is Bram Kerkhofs, set to showcase at Ditto.

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The art of togetherness: De Zwarte Zusters on the power of mutual improvisation

The art of togetherness: De Zwarte Zusters on the power of mutual improvisation

In the framework of Bekegem's PLAN B art festival, various art forms will be explored, boundaries will be crossed and the unexpected is to be expected as Belgian artists and creatives from further abroad will showcase new and existing works. We've selected five artists and projects you cannot miss, rounding up with Ghent's De Zwarte Zusters.

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“I walk around, I ask a lot of questions, and I’m as naive as possible.” Bert Villa on human design and rediscovery

“I walk around, I ask a lot of questions, and I’m as naive as possible.” Bert Villa on human design and rediscovery

Various art forms will be explored, boundaries will be crossed and the unexpected is to be expected as Belgian artists and creatives from further abroad will showcase new and existing works in the framework of Bekegem's PLAN B art festival. We've selected five artists and projects you cannot miss, continuing the stream with multi-platform artist Bert Villa.

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“A fascination for city structures.” How sculptor Elias Cafmeyer turns reality into fictional and alienating situations

“A fascination for city structures.” How sculptor Elias Cafmeyer turns reality into fictional and alienating situations

Various art forms will be explored, boundaries will be crossed and the unexpected is to be expected as Belgian artists and creatives from further abroad will showcase new and existing works in the framework of Bekegem's PLAN B art festival. We've selected five artists and projects you cannot miss, following up with Antwerp-based sculptor Elias Cafmeyer.

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“I would like to interrupt today’s machine gun of images for a moment.” Oona Libens’ questioning of today’s imagery

“I would like to interrupt today’s machine gun of images for a moment.” Oona Libens’ questioning of today’s imagery

In the framework of Bekegem's PLAN B art festival, various art forms will be explored, boundaries will be crossed and the unexpected is to be expected as Belgian artists and creatives from further abroad will showcase new and existing works. We've selected five artists and projects you cannot miss, including multi-skilled artists Oona Libens.

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“Flexibility is crucial.” How OUTLINE reflects on surroundings and its inhabitants to create art.

“Flexibility is crucial.” How OUTLINE reflects on surroundings and its inhabitants to create art.

Various art forms will be explored, boundaries will be crossed and the unexpected is to be expected as Belgian artists and creatives from further abroad will showcase new and existing works in the framework of Bekegem's PLAN B art festival. We've selected five artists and projects you cannot miss, starting off with the multimedia collective OUTLINE.

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“Only time will tell how I’ll fit in.” Ugo Woatzi on bridging the corporal, spatial and sexual

“Only time will tell how I’ll fit in.” Ugo Woatzi on bridging the corporal, spatial and sexual

As part of BOZAR's Somewhere In Between, the group exhibition Fremdkörper brings together various voices to explore the elusive boundaries between physical corporalities and abstract identities. For the occasion, we've invited five participating artists to showcase their works, rounding off with French photographer Ugo Woatzi.

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Goeun Choi aka Chego’s patchwork elements and punchy confessions

Goeun Choi aka Chego’s patchwork elements and punchy confessions

As part of BOZAR's Somewhere In Between, the group exhibition Fremdkörper brings together various voices to explore the elusive boundaries between physical corporalities and abstract identities. For the occasion, we've invited five participating artists to showcase their works, including Goeun Choi aka Chego.

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Immersion into the unknown: Marijke De Roover’s DIY visual activism

Immersion into the unknown: Marijke De Roover’s DIY visual activism

As part of BOZAR's Somewhere In Between, the group exhibition Fremdkörper brings together various voices to explore the elusive boundaries between physical corporalities and abstract identities. For the occasion, we've invited five participating artists to showcase their works, among them Marijke de Roover.

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Different normalities: How Jean-Samuel N’Sengi accepted and freed himself through art

Different normalities: How Jean-Samuel N’Sengi accepted and freed himself through art

As part of BOZAR's Somewhere In Between, the group exhibition Fremdkörper brings together various voices to explore the elusive boundaries between physical corporalities and abstract identities. For the occasion, we've invited five participating artists to showcase their works, carrying on with Jean-Samuel N'Sengi.

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Reflecting on the in-between: Megan-Leigh Heilig on understanding “reality”

Reflecting on the in-between: Megan-Leigh Heilig on understanding “reality”

As part of BOZAR's Somewhere In Between, the group exhibition Fremdkörper brings together various voices to explore the elusive boundaries between physical corporalities and abstract identities. For the occasion, we've invited five participating artists to showcase their works, starting with filmmaker Megan-Leigh Heilig.

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Plant sounds and travel logs: Romain Scaillet’s mixed-medium artistic approach

Plant sounds and travel logs: Romain Scaillet’s mixed-medium artistic approach

From photography to drawings, short film to music production, we took the chance to get some insights into Romain Scaillet's work by posing a couple of questions.

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Translating conversations into photographs: Hadrien Duré’s search for great stories behind local people

Translating conversations into photographs: Hadrien Duré’s search for great stories behind local people

We posed Hadrien Duré a couple of questions about keeping the camera rolling outside of the boxing ring, travelling all over the Mediterranean and keeping everyone on their toes.

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“I was respected in Charleroi because no other girl had the balls to do what I had done.” Sarah Lowie’s vivid new realism

“I was respected in Charleroi because no other girl had the balls to do what I had done.” Sarah Lowie’s vivid new realism

We put a few last-minute questions to emerging photographer Sarah Lowie in a Whatsapp conversation as stern and sincere as her artistic narrative.

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“I believe that art is a human need”: Tatjana Gerhard’s re-invention of the world

“I believe that art is a human need”: Tatjana Gerhard’s re-invention of the world

Zürich native and Ghent-based artist Tatjana Gerhard showcases her long career tributing the human figure, ahead of her upcoming solo-exhibition Rag Doll Act at Waregem's Be-Part.

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The way you make me move: Recently deceased Ghent-based artist Lucas Devriendt, as recalled by friends, colleagues and students

The way you make me move: Recently deceased Ghent-based artist Lucas Devriendt, as recalled by friends, colleagues and students

A series of first-hand tributes collected by artlead.net's Thomas Caron, commemorating the legacy of artist and teacher Lucas Devriendt, and how he touched so many lives.

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Philip Vormwald’s tribute to chaos

Philip Vormwald’s tribute to chaos

Next up with Philip Vormwald's monochromatic chaos, we're shining some light on The Hope's nominees ahead of Collectible's opening in a rather impromptu yet necessary collaborative mini-series.

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Héloïse Rival on her work, challenges and the everyday inspirations

Héloïse Rival on her work, challenges and the everyday inspirations

Continuing with Héloïse Rival's unconventional practices, we're shining some light on The Hope's nominees ahead of Collectible's opening in a rather impromptu yet necessary collaborative mini-series.

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The lighter side of satire: William Ludwig Lutgens’ unfiltered mind

The lighter side of satire: William Ludwig Lutgens’ unfiltered mind

Antwerp-based visual artist William Ludwig Lutgens takes us through the chaotic thought processes behind his rebellious works.

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“Belgium is challenging as it is an unescapable art platform in Europe”: Eric Stephany’s work on balance

“Belgium is challenging as it is an unescapable art platform in Europe”: Eric Stephany’s work on balance

Carrying on with Eric Stephany's geometric forms, we're shining some light on The Hope's nominees ahead of Collectible's opening in a rather impromptu yet necessary collaborative mini-series.

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Martin Hyde’s questioning of the real world

Martin Hyde’s questioning of the real world

Kicking off with Martin Hyde's surrealism, we're shining some light on The Hope's nominees ahead of Collectible's opening in a rather impromptu yet necessary collaborative mini-series.

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Seeing the bigger picture: Nick Ervinck’s virtual reality

Seeing the bigger picture: Nick Ervinck’s virtual reality

With the virtual world at the tips of his fingers, Nick Ervinck's brush is a radical tool for control and manipulatation, and in creating exciting new possibilities like printing pre-designed food.

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“Art should protect vulnerable histories and project future hypothesis, repositioning perspectives and unravelling potentiality.” The cerebral work of Emmanuel Van der Auwera

“Art should protect vulnerable histories and project future hypothesis, repositioning perspectives and unravelling potentiality.” The cerebral work of Emmanuel Van der Auwera

Emmanuel Van der Auwera discusses the genesis of his artistic practice, the inflection point that was 9/11 and how society at large processes trauma.

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“I look at life with an urge to understand its shape and core”: Elke Andreas Boon’s gaze at the brutal and vulnerable

“I look at life with an urge to understand its shape and core”: Elke Andreas Boon’s gaze at the brutal and vulnerable

Nothing holds Ghent's Elke Andreas Boon back as she unflinchingly tackles thorny questions on belonging and survival, pain and empathy in her wide-ranging oeuvre.

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