MAS together with MARVI and Ukrainian artist Anton Shebetko is looking for members of Belgium's queer community with a migration background to participate in a sewing workshop on 17 and 18 October 2026.
Together with Anton, participants will create a collective textile artwork reflecting on (in)visibility of queerness and the struggle for recognition and safety beyond geographical boundaries. The artwork, the making process and participant’s personal testimonies will become part of 'Among Us', a new MAS exhibition opening on 27 February 2027.
'Among Us' reflects on what it means to be yourself, to belong, to be (in)visible, to meet one another through the stories and experiences of LGBTQI+. It is an invitation to look and to be seen. To pause, to recognize, and perhaps to understand something new - about others, and about yourself.
Who can apply?
We are looking for people who:
- are 18 years or older and currently live in Belgium.
- identifie as queer (LGBTQIA+)
- have a migration background outside Western Europe and USA.
- are happy to donate a few items of colorful clothing that will become part of the collective artwork.
- are willing to share their story in a filmed interview for the exhibition. They may choose to appear anonymously in the final video.
- feel comfortable communicating in English, the main language of the workshop, although participants are welcome to use other languages as well whenever possible.
- are available for the workshop on 17 and 18 October 2026 at MAS.
No sewing experience is required. Whether you are an experienced maker or have never sewn before, everyone is welcome.
What do we offer?
- You will receive a compensation per workshop day.
- Lunch on both workshop days.
- A welcoming and safer space where everyone's identity is respected.
- The opportunity to meet other participants from diverse backgrounds.
- A creative and collaborative experience with artist Anton Shebetko.
- Behind-the scenes-experience at MAS.
- Contributing to a major exhibition.
How to apply?
Interested in joining us creating this artwork and sharing your story ?
Send us a short video or audio message, telling us more about yourself and why you’d like to take part in the workshop (max. 3 minutes). Send the application to +32 485 56 06 71 or queeringMAS@antwerpen.be
Apply before 1 September 2026.
Selected applicants are invited for a short online conversation on 8 or 11 September 2026.
For more information please contact: Carolina Ojeda at queeringMAS@antwerpen.be
MAS, Anton and MARVI look forward to hearing your story and creating something meaningful together!
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