Arts Derbyshire

29.05.2026

Open Call: Seeking Disabled and Neurodivergent Artists for Sheffield Exhibition 🎨

Nirvanas Arts Collective are an emerging social enterprise based in Sheffield, however aiming to create change for disabled artists across the UK.

We are thrilled to announce that Nirvanas Arts Collective CIC is officially launching an open call for our upcoming summer exhibition!

We are looking for UK-based artists who identify as disabled and/or neurodivergent to showcase their work. Our mission is to bridge the accessibility gap in the arts, and we would love to find unique creative voices to be part of this show.

Exhibition Details

  • Dates: 12th – 23rd August
  • Location: Gallery 24, Snig Hill, Sheffield
  • Title: All things hidden and unseen
  • Any artist in the UK identifying as disabled and/or neurodivergent.

We want to make participating as stress-free as possible and here are some ways we aim to do that:

– Artwork can be sent via post.

– We offer a local pick-up service for artists based in Sheffield.

– In addition to the physical show at Gallery 24, all submitted artwork will be featured in our online gallery.

 

How to Apply

You can find the application details here:

Exhibition submission page | Nirvanas Arts Collective CIC

We also provide support to disabled and neurodivergent artists in other ways, such as through online social groups, workshops, and 1:1 mentoring. Interested in learning more about what we do? Head to the link here:

Nirvanas Arts Collective C.I.C | supporting disabled artists thrive 

Alternatively, feel free to reach out to us, or call (or text on whatsapp) 07834 578705 with any questions regarding accessibility or the submission process.

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