Residencies 2027 – Call for Applications (Belgian artists or artists residing in Belgium)
WIELS launches its annual open call for artists based in Belgium for a residency as part of its international residency programme.
These six-month residencies provide time for reflection and a studio space dedicated to research and artistic practice.
To apply, please carefully complete the online application form. The application deadline is set for 31 May 2026.
Please read the practical information and conditions below. ↓
Photo: Eline Willaert
How to apply?
- Fill in your personal information.
- Artistic approach: description of your work (max. 250 words).
- Statement of intent: description of your projects, ideas and expectations during the residency (max. 250 words).
- References: the name, email address, telephone number and profession of three people who know you professionally and can comment on your recent work and artistic development.
- Artistic production & resume: a Dropbox or Google Drive link (important note: the link must provide access to anyone*) containing either :
- Option 1: The files of a maximum of 10 images or videos, along with a numbered descriptive list of the visuals provided: title, date, technique, dimensions and a brief description of the work (max. 50 words each), and your artist resume.
Option 2: A PDF containing a selection of a maximum of 10 digital images with descriptions: title, date, technique, dimensions, a brief description of the work (max. 50 words each), and your artist resume.
Videos and moving images can also be shared via websites like YouTube or Vimeo — with a password or access code if required. Videos of still works will not be accepted.
*Important: Please ensure that this link is accessible to anyone with the link, without restrictions or access requests. Make sure that the sharing settings are set to “anyone with the link can view.” We recommend testing your link by sending it to someone in your network (who does not have access to your accounts) to confirm that it works properly. Links requiring access requests or prior authorisation will not be considered.
Your personal data will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and used solely for your application.
Practical information & conditions
This call is open exclusively to Belgian artists or to artists living and working in Belgium, with at least three years of contribution to the Belgian contemporary art scene.
As part of this program, an independent jury will select four artists, each of whom will be awarded an artistic recognition grant of €3,000.*
This grant constitutes an artistic distinction intended to support and highlight the quality of their artistic practice. It is awarded independently of any service or production obligation within the framework of the residency.
Residencies will take place from January to June or from July to December 2027.
*This amount is awarded as an artistic distinction, without any consideration. Under Belgian tax law, artistic prizes may be considered as miscellaneous income and may benefit, within certain limits, from a partial tax exemption. The tax treatment depends on the individual situation of the beneficiary.
If you have any questions about the application or the residency programme in general, please contact: residency@wiels.org. Please do not send emails to enquire about the selection results. Notifications will be sent in due course.
These residencies are supported by SOFAM.
