The Artonivo is another contemporary gallery/workshop in Bruges that aims to provide the impetus to young local artists and the work is "good" enough to blur the lines between professional and amateur. Though, this separation between pro and am is hardly recognized as everyone is encouraged to create something with the chance that it will be on exhibition. All types of art are encouraged; ceramics, jewelery, painting, sculpture, etc., a true space that belongs to the entire community.

Absolute Art Gallery is one of the finest contemporary art galleries in the heart of Bruges. They have two other galleries in Knokke. Don't go by its small facade as the interior is quite spacious. Adorned with artworks of artists like John Bizas, Jacqueline Bozon, Patrick Cornillet, Renaud Delorme, Jeff Kowatch, Carlos Mata, Wim Ricourt, Reinhard Voss and Peter Zuur, their list of artists are a blend of Belgian and international ones. You will find interesting sculptures, photos, paintings and more at this well-known art gallery.

In a city filled with ancient art and buildings, there is still a modern influence, however small, and the Galerie PinsArt is the place to find these more contemporary works. Set in a space that provides light and space, the gallery displays diverse pieces that range from multi-media expositions to sculpture installations. It is a nice museum to visit, when tired of the more archaic museums in town.

Groeninge Museum is the city's fine arts museum, well-known for its collection of 'Flemish Primitives', the name derives from the original school of Flemish painters such as Van Eyck, Memling, Gerard David and others. The building itself is an incarnation, dating from the mid-1930s and the collection is not limited to the Primitives, as there are also exhibits dedicated to the works of Baroque and Renaissance painters, in addition to smaller collections of contemporary artists, most notably the Herbert Collection.

Explore the art world of Paul Van Hecke at his art gallery in Bruges. He produces many forms of art work such as photography of statues, nature paintings and pop art. The gallery also contains the family's treasures such as hand-crafted jewelery, furniture, paintings and antiques.