Free Artist Residencies in Brussels
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5 fully funded residencies in Brussels cover both housing and a stipend.
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a.pass (Advanced Performance and Scenography Studies)
Brussels, Belgium
a.pass (Advanced Performance and Scenography Studies) offers a unique 2-month paid residency program for collectives of 3 to 10 people. This program, aimed at fostering collaborative and transdisciplinary artistic research, invites collectives to explore innovative methodologies and frameworks for sustainable artistic practices. Participants will engage in a reflective process on institutional frameworks, artistic research, and sustainability, contributing to the reimagination and reorganization of a.pass. The residency includes a stipend, travel and accommodation support, access to collective workspace, and a production budget. This opportunity is ideal for collectives interested in self-organization, collaboration, and transdisciplinary approaches to artistic research.
Culture Moves Salone Mobility Fund Grants for Sierra Leonean Artists
Brussels, Belgium
Organizer Information Kɔlchɔ de muv Salone / Culture Moves Salone is an EU-funded programme dedicated to supporting the development of Sierra Leone’s cultural and creative sectors. The initiative strengthens professional skills, networks, and market access for local artists, cultural organisations, and creative businesses through structured mobility and learning opportunities. The programme prioritises decentralisation beyond Freetown,
LIBITUM
Brussels, Belgium
A Belgian non-profit residency network supporting research, experimentation, and artistic creation across disciplines, including writing residencies in Brussels.
Mophradat
Brussels, Belgium
International nonprofit contemporary arts association supporting artists from the Arab world through funding, commissioning, collaboration, and gathering.
WIELS
Brussels, Belgium
WIELS is a contemporary art residency program located in a former brewery in Brussels that hosts up to 20 artists annually in two 6-month sessions. The program provides studio spaces, living accommodations, and a stipend while fostering critical reflection, professional feedback, and dialogue with peers within an internationally renowned contemporary art center.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there free artist residencies in Brussels?
Yes. Fully funded residencies in Brussels provide both accommodation and a stipend at no cost to the artist.
How competitive are free residencies in Brussels?
Free residencies tend to be competitive. A strong portfolio and clear project proposal will strengthen your application.
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