Over 1,600 art studios open their doors for Atelier in Beeld Weekend

This weekend, art lovers across Flanders and Brussels will have a rare opportunity to step directly into the creative spaces of more than 2,500 artists. The fourth edition of Atelier in Beeld, organised by Kunstwerkt, will see over 1,600 studios open their doors to the public, offering an up-close look at the places where art is made and the people who make it.

Anywhere can be an art space

Atelier in Beeld aims to bridge the gap between visual artists and the broader public by giving visitors a glimpse behind the scenes. From attics, kitchens and backyard sheds to full-scale professional studios, the spaces are as varied as the artworks on display. Visitors can expect everything from painting, sculpture and ceramics to street art and glasswork.

Among the more unusual venues are the Spreekkamer in Sint-Niklaas, a former doctor’s office now filled with sculptural works, and an old police station in Merksem where 18 emerging artists will present their creations. In Kessel-Lo, visitors can view the assemblages of Carla Meertens, who transforms found and recycled objects into striking compositions.

With only two days to explore such a vast offering, Kunstwerkt has curated several inspiration tours to help visitors navigate the options. These thematic guides highlight particular materials, artistic styles or moods.

Narrowing down the options

One such theme focuses on colour-rich work. Artist Aurélie Prestigiacomo, based in Sunprise Studio, creates vibrant, emotionally charged pieces inspired by Mediterranean light and modern design. Her works invite viewers into worlds of serenity, escape and sensory experience.

Another featured artist, Koen Caerels, explores the friction between opposites: chaos and order, abstraction and clarity. He uses mixed-media works that layer techniques like drawing, cutting, printing and coding. His textured, colour-rich compositions are the result of a process-driven search for meaning and form.

For those interested in glass art, Gregory Moulin’s 3D glass collages offer a study in fragility and architectural influence. His work references modernist design from the mid-20th century and plays with light, transparency and reflection. “I like to work with the fragility and fragile character of glass, which gives the artworks a great sense of airiness,” he says. His latest collection, launching this May, is centred on themes of tenderness and hope.

Another standout in the glass category is Studio Hosanna, the creative partnership of Johanna and Wannes. Drawing on Johanna’s love for stained glass and Wannes’ contemporary design approach, they produce custom pieces that blend craftsmanship with modern aesthetics. Their work emphasises experimentation with shape, light and texture, revitalising an age-old tradition.

Studios participating in Atelier in Beeld will be open to the public on both Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00. Full listings and inspiration tours can be found on the event’s official website.

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