Bioart Belgium
Sci-art collective and Open Biolab
Bridging gaps by experimenting with techniques / Makerspace community.
Supporting Sci-art projects with residencies,workshops, lectures, Summerschools and internships
We have a fully equipped BSL 1 lab at our disposition.
Biohack Academy
Our Biohack Academy is geared towards people wanting to acquire concrete practical lab skills. You will familiarize yourself with all the aspects of the lab needed in bioart. From how to run the PCR-machine, to using the autoclave, but also how to set up a controlled grow environment for yeast, mycelium, algae and bacteria.
Mycelium
We offer the following workshops about mycelium:
– Mycelium: state of play of current research and production cases.
– Learn to grow mycelium and get experience with the properties of the material
Biomaterials
What are biomaterials and how do we make them? Do we design for compostability or sustainability? How do we introduce waste back effectively into the production cycle?
The course runs from design thinking on sustainability to hands-on sessions making algae based bioplastics, including various waste streams. We also look at the potential of bacterial leather. Final results can run from a personalised sample book to a fully realised piece.
Biochromes
We offer the following workshops about biochromes:
– Introduction to natural dyeing of textile
– Masterclass natural dyeing mordant baths
– Masterclass natural dyeing vat method
– Printing methods mordants
– Printing methods resistance dyeing
– Lake pigments, inks and paints
Monthly Lectures
Once a month we invite a guest speaker to speak about their artistic or design practice or their scientific research. The lectures are ‘pay what you like’, though a donation of 15 euro is recommended. Most lectures will be available both in person and online when possible.
Open Lab Days
We announce these though our Instagram. These are moments to come ask questions, work on your own projects or come introduce yourselves.
Designer
- 125 euro/year (valid 12 months)
This includes the same benefits as a volunteer membership, but includes 100 euro project budget.
Those 100 euro project budget go towards materials that help get your project idea into reality.
Through this system we can order in bulk and lessen shipping costs or find more hard to source materials for you.
Volunteer
- 25 euro/year (valid 12 months)
- Acess to the lab
- free workshops to enhance your skills.
- You become an active part of the community either in person,online or both!
Reach out!
Patron
- 500 euro a year
- You do not pay to attend our monthly lectures
- You recieve one privatly organised workshop with up to 3 particiants of your choosing
- You may attend a masterclass session without additional cost
- Should you specifically choose this membership to sponsor equipment, said equipment will be named after you if you so wish
All of the workshops above are bookable!
- Beginner workshops (Private)
- minimum 2 participants
- Masterclasses we announce these online
- Privately booked masterclasses: Minumum 4 participants
- Tracks are series of workshops resulting in an exhibition.These will be announced on our socials.
- Summerschools
- Residencies are subject to open calls which we announce in due course
- You can also just book a free call to talk to relevant community members about your own project.
Prices are between 60-100 euro per person depending on the material cost of the workshop
Reach out on: info@bioartbelgium.be
Artists
We welcome artists from all disciplines to interact with scientific concepts and ideas. As a way to tell stories or go down interesting intellectual and creative rabbitholes. As well as allow them to interact with new media.
Scientists
Scientists from different disciplines are welcome to share their expertise and enthusiasm. The interaction with artists and designers can help them bring some creativity back into their own methods.
Crafters and Designers
Traditional crafts and modern design practices are invaluable parts, not just of any makerspace worth its salt, but of society. We want to give people a chance to interact with different techniques.
Our Vision
We connect artists and scientists nationally and internationally.
Because we believe science and art are for everyone, without compromising on quality.
Our Mission
We’re dedicated to bringing together scientists, artists, designers, students and crafters. We support projects, run workshops, lectures, residencies, summer schools and open lab days.