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12.09.26 – 22.11.26,
Veva Leye, Jelle Martens, KIOSKexpoAgendaArtistic activitiesDrawing from seemingly endlessly proliferating word sequences—which arise from a single word through a simple rule and through association—Veva Leye creates montages that present the same words in completely different ways. Uncannily coagulating, these word images expand and contract in an accordion-like movement. A similar rhythm characterizes Jelle Martens’ (photo)graphic registrations that combine fragments, reproductions and trivial observations into layered prints and drawings. Every print layer, every drawing operates as a temporary frame bringing together images that only temporarily solidify, overlap, and fall apart again. Image and language tumble along, stumble upon. Letters form words form images reading looking.
Ommery De Zutter, KIOSKexpoAgendaArtistic activitiesThroughout July and August, Ommery De Zutter inhabited KIOSK as artist in residence. While KIOSK remained closed to the public during the summer, Ommery De Zutter, used the anatomical theater as a map for creating an immersive VR experience.
Ommery De Zutter’s exhibition de Wereldgeest, resulting from this residency, opens on 12 September and will be on view until 4 October.
What happens when creationbecomes materially endless?
When skills as a means of creation begin to play a secondary role?
How would expression unfold then?
In what way would it be different?
Is it valid?
Does it remain valid when it continues to be about itself?
Or does creation then become too entangled in itself?
And if that is the case, why shouldn’t it simply be allowed to
When does creation become useful to the Other?
Isn’t creation emerging from creation itself precisely creation?
Does it make sense to investigate the same idea from emptiness when someone has already taken it up from an established position?
Can we accept it when creation is no longer intended for us?
Where does the balance with the Other lie during creation?
Is the imbalance of time and energy with the Other not precisely what is necessary for creation?
Are we also the Other? Are we without the Other?
Does thinking about creation and the Other disrupt the existing balance?
Isn’t it simply obvious that the next forms of creation will move beyond our own abstraction, emerging from semantic-geometric constructions that surpass our own understanding and give rise to new realities?
Registration for the 2026 entrance examinations for students starting in the 2026–2027 academic year has now closed.
We will announce the new dates in early December 2026. At that point, you will also be able to register via our platform (step 2).
If you're curious about what the exam involves, read on. Please note that this information is subject to change until early December.
Make sure you are well prepared, punctually present at the starting hour and available during the entire duration of the trial.
start test
We will provide you with the exact audition schedule after the score deadline.
Location:
Campus Grote Sikkel
Hoogpoort 64, 9000 Ghent
The candidate will submit a minimum of 3 compositions (on score and/or recording in MP3 format) using the entry form. Fill in the necessary questions. Additional information (such as reviews, video,...) can also be shared via the form.
Based on the portfolio, a task is communicated to the candidates just under a week before the entrance exam. This assignment consists of two parts, a short analysis of a 20th- or 21st-century composition, and a short, new piece of music to be composed.
The test consists of four parts:
- Solfeggio, ear training and general music theory
- Written test
- Practical test
- Motivation interview
Solfeggio, ear training and general music theory
This test is compulsory for everyone.
Session May and July: Those who fail this subtest, but have passed the other subtests, will be given the chance to take this test again. If you pass this second attempt, you will be admitted to the study.
Session August: Those who do not pass this partial test cannot retake it.
written test
The candidate must provide a written answer to a general question on a current social, cultural and/or artistic issue. The aim is to allow the examination board to get an idea of the candidate's theoretical prior education, gauge the ability to formulate an opinion, develop a line of reasoning and edit a short written text. This test is a digital writing assignment, specified and due on the dates provided.
practical test
This practical test consists of several parts:
- Test basic technique on keyboard/piano. Prepare a piece that demonstrates your level on piano.
- Possibly: test own instrument (if other than piano/keyboard) or musical expression tool (e.g. laptop).
- Evaluation of the composition portfolio (forwarded scores, recordings, etc.).
- Questioning of the assignment imposed after digital submission of the portfolio.
motivation interview
During an individual interview, the candidate's motivation towards an art course in general and the specific field of study in particular will be examined. The experiences during the practical test as well as the composition of the candidate's portfolio can be a guide here. It is important that the candidate can explain own choices and clarify the study choice and expectations.
Interests, general and cultural knowledge, ability to think, creative attitude, insights and communication skills are assessed. Important qualities here may include critical sense, commitment, drive, love of art and music, perseverance, self-discipline, sense of humour,...
Please note that locations and times are subject to change. Changes will be announced on the spot.
On the last day of the session (or Monday evening after session 1), there will be deliberations and proclamation including a post-session discussion. During the proclamation, candidates will learn whether they are accepted or not. Immediately after the proclamation there is an opportunity for a debriefing, at which third parties may also be present. An e-mail with the results will be sent out after each proclamation.