- HOW MUCH SPACE DO I HAVE TO SHOW MY WORK?
For objects on the wall, we work per 5 meters, you can choose, depending on availability, how many modules you want. For objects that are presented free-standing, we work per 5 square meters, you can choose, depending on availability, how many modules you want.
For objects on the wall, we work per 5 meters, you can choose, depending on availability, how many modules you want. For objects that are presented free-standing, we work per 5 square meters, you can choose, depending on availability, how many modules you want.
- HOW CAN I HANG MY PAINTINGS?
Wooden walls are painted white, so you can drill a hole directly and hang a painting with hooks that you receive from the organization. These have a load capacity of 20 kg per suspension point.
Wooden walls are painted white, so you can drill a hole directly and hang a painting with hooks that you receive from the organization. These have a load capacity of 20 kg per suspension point.
- WHAT ABOUT PEDESTALS?
We advise the artist to bring his own pedestals, these often best match the artworks. Attention: damaged pedestals are not allowed at the event. Pedestals must always be in new condition to do justice to the artwork. It is also possible to rent pedestals via factoryforpiu.com.
We advise the artist to bring his own pedestals, these often best match the artworks. Attention: damaged pedestals are not allowed at the event. Pedestals must always be in new condition to do justice to the artwork. It is also possible to rent pedestals via factoryforpiu.com.
- WHAT ABOUT DISPLAY CASES AND COUNTERS?
We recommend renting display cases and counters at factoryforpiu.com, this way everything is ready and connected upon arrival. If you wish to bring your own display cases or counters, please bear in mind that they must be carried up the stairs. You must also send a photo in advance and discuss the connection that can be provided by the organization. Cables should not be loose on the floor.
We recommend renting display cases and counters at factoryforpiu.com, this way everything is ready and connected upon arrival. If you wish to bring your own display cases or counters, please bear in mind that they must be carried up the stairs. You must also send a photo in advance and discuss the connection that can be provided by the organization. Cables should not be loose on the floor.
- CAN I PLACE PAINTINGS ON THE FLOOR?
It is not allowed to place paintings on the floor. We ask everyone to do justice to the works of art and to provide sufficient space.
It is not allowed to place paintings on the floor. We ask everyone to do justice to the works of art and to provide sufficient space.
- CAN I HANG PAINTINGS ABOVE EACH OTHER?
It is not allowed to hang paintings on top of each other. We ask everyone to do justice to their artworks and to provide sufficient space. This is of course possible in the case of a 2-panel, 3-panel or installation.
It is not allowed to hang paintings on top of each other. We ask everyone to do justice to their artworks and to provide sufficient space. This is of course possible in the case of a 2-panel, 3-panel or installation.
- CAN I HANG A SCREEN TO SHOW MORE OF MY WORKS?
TVs or screens are not allowed at the event, but you can bring a catalog to show more of your work to the visitors. You can also bring a tablet, provided that no sound is played.
TVs or screens are not allowed at the event, but you can bring a catalog to show more of your work to the visitors. You can also bring a tablet, provided that no sound is played.
- WHAT IF I NEED AN OUTLET?
It is possible to order a socket. However, keep in mind that no cables may run loose. Please contact the organization when registering.
It is possible to order a socket. However, keep in mind that no cables may run loose. Please contact the organization when registering.
- WHAT DOES LIGHTING INCLUDE?
Standard LED lighting is provided, which is in line with what you are used to seeing at professional contemporary art fairs and exhibitions.
Standard LED lighting is provided, which is in line with what you are used to seeing at professional contemporary art fairs and exhibitions.
- IS THERE AN ELEVATOR IN THE BUILDING?
The casino is a building over 90 years old and unfortunately does not have a lift, but there is a stair lift for people with reduced mobility. If you wish to lift heavy items, you must contact the organization so that a removal lift can be provided during construction.
The casino is a building over 90 years old and unfortunately does not have a lift, but there is a stair lift for people with reduced mobility. If you wish to lift heavy items, you must contact the organization so that a removal lift can be provided during construction.
- IS THERE SECURITY DURING THE EVENT?
During the opening hours of the event, people from a recognized security company will be present, outside the opening hours of the event the space is not accessible.
During the opening hours of the event, people from a recognized security company will be present, outside the opening hours of the event the space is not accessible.
- IS THERE A STOREROOM?
There is a storage room for packaging material, there are no costs involved.
There is a storage room for packaging material, there are no costs involved.
- IS THERE A BAR AT THE EVENT?
Yes, throughout the day you can visit the central bar for all kinds of beers, wines and soft drinks. The bar is free during the entire event.
Yes, throughout the day you can visit the central bar for all kinds of beers, wines and soft drinks. The bar is free during the entire event.
- IS THERE A RESTAURANT AT THE EVENT?
In the casino there is a restaurant with a very affordable and beautifully elaborated menu if you want to eat after the event. There is no restaurant on site, but paninis are available at the bar.
In the casino there is a restaurant with a very affordable and beautifully elaborated menu if you want to eat after the event. There is no restaurant on site, but paninis are available at the bar.
- IS THERE PARKING PROVIDED?
During the set-up & breakdown of the event, a parking attendant will allocate your place, right next to the building. During the event you can park publically in the area to be paid at the parking meter.
During the set-up & breakdown of the event, a parking attendant will allocate your place, right next to the building. During the event you can park publically in the area to be paid at the parking meter.
- IS THE CASINO EASILY ACCESSIBLE BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT?
Knokke station is a fifteen minute walk, along the beautiful lake of victory, from here you have a direct tram connection with all coastal cities and a train connection with Bruges. There is a direct train to Ghent, Brussels & Brussels Airport.
Knokke station is a fifteen minute walk, along the beautiful lake of victory, from here you have a direct tram connection with all coastal cities and a train connection with Bruges. There is a direct train to Ghent, Brussels & Brussels Airport.
- WHERE WOULD I BEST STAY?
Knokke is a tourist destination, close to Bruges, also Zeeland (Sluis, Cadzand, ...) and offers a lot of possibilities, also on websites such as airbnb and booking.com. The organization has also provided a nice arrangement for the artists in 2 hotels within walking distance.
Hotel Prins Boudewijn:
This hotel is a proper 3 star hotel, centrally located and known as "cercle des artistes" since 1885, at the time with artists such as Alfred Verwee! There are different rooms from 1 to 5 people. For the most recent rates, please visit the website, please note there are only a limited number of rooms available! Reservations can be made by contacting Pim, the manager of the hotel directly at [email protected] and mention that you are an artist of ArtistMeeting in the casino.
Hotel La Reserve:
Would you rather bathe in pure luxury? Then you can enjoy the 5-star hotel La Réserve, which was recently renovated in 2023, with the new restaurant of 3* chef Peter Goossens, just before the entrance to the Knokke casino. Thanks to the package you can choose between different room types depending on the availability. Reservations can be made by contacting [email protected] directly and mention that you are an artist of ArtistMeeting in the casino.
Attention: it is best to book these arrangements as soon as you know that you have been selected!
Knokke is a tourist destination, close to Bruges, also Zeeland (Sluis, Cadzand, ...) and offers a lot of possibilities, also on websites such as airbnb and booking.com. The organization has also provided a nice arrangement for the artists in 2 hotels within walking distance.
Hotel Prins Boudewijn:
This hotel is a proper 3 star hotel, centrally located and known as "cercle des artistes" since 1885, at the time with artists such as Alfred Verwee! There are different rooms from 1 to 5 people. For the most recent rates, please visit the website, please note there are only a limited number of rooms available! Reservations can be made by contacting Pim, the manager of the hotel directly at [email protected] and mention that you are an artist of ArtistMeeting in the casino.
Hotel La Reserve:
Would you rather bathe in pure luxury? Then you can enjoy the 5-star hotel La Réserve, which was recently renovated in 2023, with the new restaurant of 3* chef Peter Goossens, just before the entrance to the Knokke casino. Thanks to the package you can choose between different room types depending on the availability. Reservations can be made by contacting [email protected] directly and mention that you are an artist of ArtistMeeting in the casino.
Attention: it is best to book these arrangements as soon as you know that you have been selected!
- DO I HAVE TO PAY MY PARTICIPATION?
On the final registration form you can enter the publication data and the billing data. For example, the publication data is used to state on the nameplate. Only the name of the artist and city of origin is mentioned. The billing data is for the format of the invoice, suppose you have a mescenas, a gallery or other company that sponsors your participation and can recover the VAT, this is possible.
On the final registration form you can enter the publication data and the billing data. For example, the publication data is used to state on the nameplate. Only the name of the artist and city of origin is mentioned. The billing data is for the format of the invoice, suppose you have a mescenas, a gallery or other company that sponsors your participation and can recover the VAT, this is possible.
- WHAT IF I WORK WITH A GALLERY?
Artists are central during ArtistMeeting. Participation is therefore only possible as an artist. If you work with a gallery, it is best to discuss your participation, perhaps your gallery will be happy to support this extra visibility! Gallery data cannot be published.
Artists are central during ArtistMeeting. Participation is therefore only possible as an artist. If you work with a gallery, it is best to discuss your participation, perhaps your gallery will be happy to support this extra visibility! Gallery data cannot be published.
- CAN I GET GRANTS TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS EVENT?
We are aware of various subsidies that are often obtained when participating in these types of events. These are often reserved for foreign artists who present themselves at a foreign fair. it is best to contact your local government for this. In almost all cases, your invoice and proof of payment serve as supporting documents and you can therefore recover the costs afterwards if you qualify.
We are aware of various subsidies that are often obtained when participating in these types of events. These are often reserved for foreign artists who present themselves at a foreign fair. it is best to contact your local government for this. In almost all cases, your invoice and proof of payment serve as supporting documents and you can therefore recover the costs afterwards if you qualify.
- DO I HAVE TO PAY A COMMISSION IF I SELL A WORK?
The organization does not take commissions on works of art sold.
The organization does not take commissions on works of art sold.
- HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO PARTICIPATE?
The participation cost depends on the required surface area, the available space starts at 5 running meters or 5 square meters. Additional modules are cheaper than the first module. Participation starts for less than €3,000 and you could recuperate the VAT. Your participation includes a lot, such as a free bar, opening reception, stand construction, lighting, invitation cards, a beautiful printed catalogue,... You will receive all the details as soon as you have been selected to participate and can then view all the details without obligation.
The participation cost depends on the required surface area, the available space starts at 5 running meters or 5 square meters. Additional modules are cheaper than the first module. Participation starts for less than €3,000 and you could recuperate the VAT. Your participation includes a lot, such as a free bar, opening reception, stand construction, lighting, invitation cards, a beautiful printed catalogue,... You will receive all the details as soon as you have been selected to participate and can then view all the details without obligation.
-WHAT IF I HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS OR WANT TO CALL?
If you have any further questions about your application feel free to e-mail [email protected] you can always call us on +32 50 35 40 07 !
If you have any further questions about your application feel free to e-mail [email protected] you can always call us on +32 50 35 40 07 !